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 not had much experience with essential oil, but have been wanting to start using them more. I have used peppermint oil under my bathroom sink to deter mice, and used essential oil on my light bulb for scent in my rooms with the light on. Love the idea of using essential oils more.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love Essential oils, and want to learn more about using them. I think the roll on sleep one sounds like a good idea.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.It’s so hard to choose, I have so many favorites lol Peppermint is probably the one and tea tree oil are what I use the most, everything from poo-pourri, room freshener to hand lotion, foot salve and so many face products. I just love how it makes your senses become so alert and refreshes you! Thanks for sharing all these wonderful tips and recipes!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Any of these great items would be so much fun to win! Pick me please.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Love using lavender essential oils in soaps (bar and soft soap).
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have just started using essential oils. I love the Mexican lime to help my son stay focused at school during the day.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love using my defuser at night, before bed.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love using essential oils for everything around the house! I’ve started going as much homemade as possible this past year, and I’m totally hooked. I love lavender, and citrus for beauty products (like hair gel and deodorant) and cleaning. I would love to try a sandalwood for more of a masculine scent for the hubby! Also, I’d love to use more lavender for our baby girl’s bedtime. Thanks Jillee for all your nifty posts! It’s my favorite part of the morning :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m a newbie to oils but am loving them so far. With all the stress of the season this is for sure one that I am going to try!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Oh my goodness, i so want to try essential oils for so many things! For inner peace, for restful sleep, for achy body, for all that ails me and more.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I can probably convince my disabled veteran husband to let me try them on him also. He has a variety of Gulf war illnesses that he suffers from to include muscle and joint pain, insomnia, digestion issues and the list goes on.
As you can imagine, we would be most grateful to try safe and natural remedies. Thank you!
I am a widow and work two full time jobs. Sleeping has been an issue and I want to make the dream salve. Money is tight so I have been saving to get the supplies. Thanks Jillee for the constant stream of good ideas!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m like a lot of people, have never bought an EO because of the cost, but probably used products with them before. I want some lavender or some mint in my life I think.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I use them in my homemade laundry detergent
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I use frankincense and myrrh in my diffuser at Christmastime…such a wonderful and unusual smell, especially with the other smells of balsam and pine and cinnamon and cooking spices and cookies…it’s Christmas all through the house. I just made a recipe for non-petroleum jelly and I love it on my cheeks, lips, eyelids and toes!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.There are so many different ways to use the EOs, I haven’t even scratched the surface yet.
There is never enough time in the day to play with the different uses of the oils.
I love them!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Lavender for everything! :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I lost my comment…I love adding essential oils to my home made cleaning products and laundry!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have only tried lavender but am looking forward to trying the slleep combo. I need a good nights sleep.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’ve ordered Jeddy’s Blend for my grandson and his mom. I can’t wait to get it and surprise them with the wonderful results I’ve heard about. Also, I’m giving the healing salve as Christmas presents to co-workers.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I recently tried your salve for cold hands….works great! My husband especially liked it as he suffers from arthritis in his hands.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Now I’m anxious to try more essential oils.
Clary Sage at night for hot flashes!!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I use tea tree and lavender most often but I’d love to try more!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love to use a blend that helps my kids breathe when they are stuffed up. I mix it with coconut oil and rub it on their chest and feet. I have been wanting to try a diffuser so I hope I win!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have been reading all your posts on essential oils and, as I transition into more natural products, find this is something I definitely want to try. However, as a single Mom, essential oils can be pricey for the budget. Would love to win your giveaway prize to get a boost on moving toward a more natural life. Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have not used essential oils before but have heard ladies from church talking about how helpful they are. I have wanted to try them, but honestly don’t know where to begin. I think the “poo” spray would be something I would like to try as I keep trying to find something to eliminate the smell verses trying to mask it with the smell of flowers ( it doesn’t work).
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