Slumber Essential Oil Blend Sleep Sticks For A Good Night’s Sleep
I’m always looking for ways to get a better night’s sleep, and Slumber Blend has been certainly been a big help in that regard. I have, in the past, used it to make my own sleep salve, but I was looking for a format that would be less disruptive to my early-to-bed, early-to-rise husband.
I’ve always been more of a night owl, so when I would climb in bed at night (or the wee hours of the morning), I would have to find the jar of salve, take the lid off, put it on, then replace the lid and put the jar back, which was a bit noisy and required turning the light on so I could see what I was doing. He didn’t complain about it, but I woke him up more than once (despite my best efforts).
As I considered how I might solve this dilemma, I remembered the post I wrote years ago about making “winter cheeks sticks“, and realized I had my solution right there! All I had to do was use Slumber blend in place of lavender oil, and I’d be able to make my own homemade sleep sticks that would be quick and easy to apply!
Here’s how to make them.
DIY Slumber Sticks: How To Make Your Own Sleep Sticks
You’ll need:
- 1/4 cup virgin coconut oil
- 1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil (or other carrier oil)
- 2 Tbsp beeswax pastilles
- 35 drops Slumber Essential Oil Blend
- Empty lip balm tubes
- Double boiler (or a pot and a metal/glass bowl)
- Measuring cup
Directions:
In the top of a double boiler, or in a glass or metal bowl suspended over a pot of simmering water, combine the coconut oil, liquid carrier oil, and beeswax. Stir occasionally until melted and combined, then remove from heat.
Add 35 drops of Slumber to the melted oil mixture and stir.
Pour the oil mixture into a measuring cup with a pour spot, then use it to carefully fill your empty lip balm tubes. Allow the oil mixture to solidify completely before using.
This recipe will fill about 20-25 small lip balm tubes. If you have any empty tubes left over afterward, you can use them to make homemade lip balm or stain treatment sticks! (Or, for a larger Slumber stick that covers more surface area, you could use an empty deodorant container rather than a lip balm tube.)
Once you have made your sticks, using them is easy — simply swipe a stick over the bottoms of your feet once you’ve climbed into bed, or while enjoying a cup of sleepy time tea. You’ll be off to sleep in no time!
Love the idea of sleep sticks but don’t want to DIY? Just grab my Slumber Blend Ready-to-Apply Roll-On! The convenient roll-on bottle makes it quick and easy to apply Slumber blend topically. No mixing required and no mess!
You don’t just have to take my word for it that Slumber will help you sleep better! Just check out these customer reviews:
“3 weeks ago I started using Slumber. I didn’t think it was making a difference until I forgot to turn the diffuser on one night. I won’t be making that mistake again! The oils helps me relax and fall asleep easily.”
Sherry
“This really works. Without it I’d wake several times a night. With Slumber I sleep thru the night. Absolutely GREAT product!!!”
Lorraine B.
“My first use was the first good night’s sleep I have gotten in well over a year! Fantastic!”
Valerie S.
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DIY Slumber Sticks
Equipment
- Double Boiler or bowl set over a pan of simmering water
- Empty lip balm tubes
- Measuring Cup
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil or other carrier oil
- 2 Tbsp beeswax pastilles
- 35 drops Slumber Essential Oil Blend
Instructions
- To the top of a double boiler, add the coconut oil, liquid carrier oil, and beeswax pastilles.
- Stir until melted, then remove from heat.
- Add the essential oils, stir, then transfer the oil mixture to a measuring cup with a pour spout.
- Fill empty lip balm tubes with the oil mixture, then allow the mixture to solidify for a few hours before using.
My favorite thing to do with essential oils is for cold symptoms. I put eucalyptus and peppermint oils in the bottom of the shower. It clears my head and energizes me.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I enjoy using essential oils in creating hand crafted soaps, lotions and salves. I like finding new blends to make friends and family feel better naturally.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I really want to try Lavender essential oils
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Right now I’m diffusing Doterra’s Holiday Joy blend. It’s wonderful.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love essential oils! One of my most used and most favorite “recipes” is a blend of Lavender, Geranium, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Rosemary and Eucalyptus…. I have this blend on hand always. I have sinus trouble and this blend is for sinus headaches and congestion. Works great.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I usually just diffuse my oils but this post inspires me to try something new.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.We used essential oils for hair loss and it also helps reduce dandruff.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I use lavender EO on my feet every night to help me sleep. I also just started putting it on my lips if they feel chapped and it works well!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.We have used the Lavender oil at night for our daughter, it seems to help her sleep better. I have used lemon oil in the vacuum cleaner, it leaves a wonderful lemony smell in the room when I’m done.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I like using essentials oils in my homemade laundry soap, I use orange for that. I am new to using the oils so would love to win.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Oh, what do I NOT use EOs for? Lavender is my go to oil. I use it like the Dad on My Big Fat Greek Wedding uses Windex. It’s great for cuts, relaxing, sleeping, teething. Love that stuff!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m finding such good health with essential oils, and would love to win a few extras, since the investment in them is pretty pricey.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I put a few drops of lavender essential oil onto my pillowcases (doesn’t stain) to aid in falling asleep and having a calm, restful night.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I am the same as everyone who replied: I would love to win the package!!
Sheila
I have never used essential oils before, but i would love to. I would most likely use the lavender to help get my 10 month old twins to sleep through the night better or some other essential oil to help them when they are congested. thanks for the giveaway!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Jeddy’s Blend. It really works and makes a difference in the lives of those close to me.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I like to put 2 drops each of lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint on a handkerchief to help clear my sinuses. You can carry it around during the day or place it on your pillow at night.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I always put lavender oil in my hot bath!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’ve been using Lavendar to help my son fall asleep. It works like a dream. :) But I need to find something to help him stay asleep. Think this dream mix might work?
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love essential oils and am right now mostly using them for homemade deodorant, but I would love to try the dream sleep blend!!! This is the best giveaway yet!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love mixing some coconut oil and a drop each of lavender and peppermint essential oils and applying to my scalp. This helps to promote hair growth and a healthy scalp. Plus it smells divine.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Fairly new to EO. My first was a headache blend that I just LOVE! Have also used lavender for sleep and liquid X blend. Can’t wait to try more!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.My favorite essential oil blend right now is Shield!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love essential oils for lots of things, but one of my favorites is for my hubby’s eczema! We use the LLP blend mixed with some homemade lotion and it help keep the itchy flakies at bay :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I am new to EO, but cannot wait to try all of your great ideas.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love putting rosemary and lavender in my lotion. It’s a bonus that is might help repel mosquitoes in the summer
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