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.
I have never used essential oils before, but would really love to try this. I work midnights, so I have a hard time sleeping during the day….this may work!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Great idea for Dream. My husband uses it which I mixed in a roll on bottle. The balm though would be great. I use it too, but he more so. Thank you!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m using tea tree oil for a little problem on my chest, and so far, I’m liking what it’s doing. It might save me from another trip to the dermatologist.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m just starting out but it looks like the list will be endless.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Essential oils are perfect for making my own candle melts. Mix them in with the wax, pour them in the flexible molds (ice cube trays) and let them harden. Then it’s just toss them in a melter to make the whole house smell divine!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I haven’t used essential oils in a REALLY long time – I used to make handmade soap and loved it for that (time to get back to that btw). I have trouble getting a good night’s sleep, so this is what I most look forward to making – it would be my first project!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Lemon essential oil on my counter top to sanitize them and leave the kitchen smelling fresh.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m a newby when it comes to Essential Oils. I love the smell and find that they boost my mood. I have problems with depression and have found that these help. I haven’t figured out which one is best for me yet. I’m looking forward to learning more about them.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love to use Lavender./ It really helped me this summer when I got poison ivy.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Essential oils, how I love thee!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love to use them in new combinations to make therapeutic face mists (currently love lavender, geranium and some cedarwood), homemade lotion bars and also to use in oil cleansing. Jillee you are unparalleled in your Christmas giving! Such amazing giveaways!
The thing I use EO for most: peppermint oil for headaches! Easy, quick and effective.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Just yesterday I ordered a few oils to get me started and I’m anxiously waiting for them to come in. I’ve been reading all of your information, and your sister’s information on her website, on the benefits and uses of EO. Thanks for sharing so much helpful knowledge!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I just started using essential oils an Im here to tell you they I work!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I used Jeddy’s blend on my daughter before school. She said it makes her feel calm. Great stuff!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I would make a little something for my kids to help them sleep and for my hyper nephew to calm him down!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I can’t wait to make a batch of the many different types of salves. We use essential oils for just about everything. If I win this I can make them even sooner :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I am excited to try the sleep salve. I did just make the coconut oil scrub but I only had peppermint so I substituted that for the lavender. Loved it!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.So far my favorite is the lavender. It seems I use it in everything. I made the Whipped Body Butter, the Whipped Facial Cleanser and the Moisturizer for myself and now my husband is using it. I also made some for all of the adult females for Christmas. I used small jars and they got a little of everything. Eight different products in all. I am hoping to convert them. Thanks Jillie for all your “One Good Thing” I get daily.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I use a variety of oils every day. I am using Shield like crazy now and I also really like Zen.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.“Dream Stick”….. “Mmmmmmm!” Thatsounds so nice, bet it helps keep heels soft too!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I am very new to essential oil use, so I mainly use tea tree oil and lavender for bug bite relief, infection control, and relaxation at night.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’ve never tried essential oils and all of your posts about them always make me want to try them! I would certainly like to try that dream salve, I never sleep very well. It would be interesting to see how much it helps!!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have anxiety, and because of that I also have a hard time sleeping. My mind just wont turn off. I would have to say that Dream has almost cured me of this. I also really love Zen and Bliss. They have really helped with my anxiety.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love using essential oils for so many different things. I make sugar scrubs, antibacterial counter wipes, scented fabric sachets, carpet freshener, and so much more! I’m always looking for something new to try.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I am new to the EO’s. A friend who has been an herbologist for 20 yrs. made me a bottle of Bach Flower Essence. She put it together according to my answers on a questionere. Within 4-3 days I was feeling more energized and GOOD! Also use arnica for sore muscles, drink lemon water daily, and love the ac vinegar+honey+cayenne+fresh ginger cold/cough preventative. Want to learn more about the EO’s :D
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