Aromatherapy products featuring “sleep-aiding” effects are popular among people with insomnia, but the question of “whether aromatherapy can treat insomnia” has always existed. Medical experts clearly stated that sleep-aiding aromatherapy can only help improve sleep and cannot replace professional treatment.

Studies have shown that small molecules in essential oils such as lavender and chamomile can be absorbed by the human body through smell, which can increase θ waves and α waves in the brain’s rest stage, help relieve anxiety, relax the body and mind, and have a certain improvement effect on primary insomnia. However, for secondary insomnia caused by diseases, drugs, etc., aromatherapy cannot play a therapeutic role.

Experts reminded that the quality of sleep-aiding aromatherapy products on the market is uneven, and the concentration of essential oils is unknown. Excessive use may cause dizziness and discomfort.

It is recommended to use it 1 hour before going to bed, with diffusion for 20-30 minutes each time, and keep the room ventilated. If you suffer from long-term insomnia, you should seek medical advice in time to find out the cause instead of relying on aromatherapy.

At the same time, 1% concentration of lavender essential oil has a better sleep-aiding effect, and you can pay attention to the ingredient concentration label when purchasing.

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