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Best Essential Oil Case for Travel

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Essential oils offer a powerful, plant-based way to reduce travel anxiety, help cure jet lag, and battle motion sickness. But do you have what you need to keep your oils safe when you travel? Here’s how to pick the perfect essential oil case for travel.

I have an MBA (and not an MD), so the advice in this article is based on my personal experience and how I travel with essential oils. It should in no way be perceived as medical advice as I’m clearly lacking the letters required on my diploma to be a physician.

While it’s easy to tuck your essential oils in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight at home, traveling with essential oils can be more complicated. To keep your oils organized, prevent leaks, and ensure the amber bottles don’t break en route, you’ll want an essential oil case. 

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In order to pick the best essential oil case for your specific needs, consider the following:

1. What Oils Do You Travel With?

Do you travel with a single 10-ml roller bottle, three to six 15-ml essential oil bottles, or 50+ essential oil bottles of various sizes? Choosing the best essential oil travel case for your needs is highly dependent on the number of essential oils and the types of bottles you need to transport.

2. What Sort of Protection Do Your Oils Need When Traveling?

A pretty wooden box may provide adequate essential oil storage at home, but this type of case can be heavy, and it doesn’t typically provide the type of protection that glass bottles need when you are traveling. 

Do you plan on packing your essential oils in your checked luggage or your carry-on? If your oils will go in a checked suitcase, I recommend a hard exterior with a foam insert that will provide additional protection as your bag is tossed around during its journey and other suitcases are piled on top of it. But if your oils will always be in our carry-on bag, then you might prefer a lightweight, soft-sided essential oil storage case.

3. Do You Need Additional Storage Space in Your Essential Oil Travel Case?

If you like to carry essential oil accessories – like droppers , funnels , labels , or an opener – with you when you travel, then you might prefer an essential oil storage option that includes pouches, pockets, and other space for these items.

4. What is Your Budget?

The list of essential oil travel cases I evaluated ranged from silicone sleeves for individual roll-on applicators to small, soft-sided cases for a handful of oils to a large, hard-sided case that can hold up to 72 bottles of essential oil. Each of these cases is a high-quality solution, and prices range from $7 to $29 (before tax and shipping).

5. What Sort of Return Policy or Guarantee is Important to You?

Sometimes the online purchase that you’ve carefully researched doesn’t look as good in person as in the photos, or perhaps it doesn’t work quite the way you imagined. If  you want the confidence of returning your essential oil travel case for a full refund, should it not meet your expectations, be sure to research the return policy before you buy. And if you want some reassurance that the manufacturer will stand behind its product after you’ve taken a trip or two with your essential oil travel case, be sure to also understand any warranty or guarantee offered.

Can I Travel with Essential Oils?

Yes, you can absolutely travel with essential oils. But when you do, you’ll want to ensure that they retain their potency by keeping them in a cool, dry place and out of direct sunlight – just like you do at home.

How to Travel by Car with Essential Oils

If you’re traveling by car, be sure not to leave your oils in a hot vehicle for an extended period of time. If you want to leave your oils in your car while you spend the day hiking at Yellowstone National Park or exploring the Smithsonian museums , consider putting them in a cooler.

To use your essential oils when you travel by car, consider a car vent diffuser . Lemon and other citrus oils are great to pack on a road trip because they brighten moods and help the driver focus on the road. If you’re traveling with passengers who suffer from motion sickness, diffuse lavender, ginger, or spearmint essential oil to help curb their symptoms.

Sage Advice: If you travel with fur babies, be sure that any essential oils are pet-friendly before diffusing them in your car.

How to Travel with Essential Oils on a Plane

Because I want them handy and to ensure that they aren’t ever any hotter than I am, I always pack my essential oil bottles in my carry-on luggage. In the United States, airline passengers are currently restricted to a quart-sized bag of liquids in containers that are 3.4 ounces or less each. Because essential oils are typically sold in 5ml, 10ml, or 15ml bottles – and because a 15ml bottle is roughly 0.5 ounces – I’ve always been able to pack my “must-have” essential oils for travel in my carry-on luggage.

If you must pack your essential oils in your checked luggage, consider sealing them or your essential oil travel case in a large Ziploc bag to protect your clothing and other belongings against spills.

Sage Advice: Because other travelers may be sensitive to the scent of your essential oils, consider applying them before you board.

How to Pack Essential Oils for Travel

Regardless of your transportation mode, here are helpful tips for packing your essential oils for travel.

Narrow Your Selection

While you may have a wide range of oils at your fingertips at home, you don’t need to bring all of them with you on your trip. If you focus on a few oils that have a wide range of uses, you’ll be able to pack lightly without any issues. I’ve traveled the world with these four oils , and I’ve never needed any others while on the road.

Clearly Label the Bottles

If your oils are traveling with you in their original bottles, you should be all set. But if you are downsizing – pouring 5ml of lavender oil from your 15ml bottle into a smaller container, for example – be sure to clearly label each bottle. Essential oil stickers are one labeling option, but you can also use a label maker or simply write the name of the oil on a small piece of masking tape affixed to the bottle.

Best Essential Oil Travel Cases

To write this article, I personally evaluated a wide range of highly rated essential oil carrying cases. Beyond my personal assessment, these attractive options received glowing customer reviews and are offered at budget-friendly prices. Whether you’re seeking a soft- or hard-sided container or need to carry a single roller bottle or up to 70 essential oil bottles, you’re sure to find the perfect essential oil case from the list below!

Best Large, Soft-Sided Case: Luxja Carrying Case

This double-layer, soft-sided carrying case holds up to 30 essential oil bottles of all sizes – 5ml to 30ml – including 10ml roller bottles. It also features zippered compartments and pouches that make it easy to pack essential oil accessories like droppers, labels, and funnels in the case. This case is available in black, purple, gray, lavender, and pink. If you need a slightly smaller size, try this option that holds up to 20 essential oil bottles.

Best of Both Worlds: Luxja 12-Bottle Essential Oil Carrying Case

If you need to carry up to 12 bottles of essential oil as well as accessories, this double-decker, soft-sided clutch bag is a compact option that provides plenty of space for both. This carrying case is available in black, blue, gray, and purple. And if you want a slightly smaller version of this travel case, Luxja also offers a single-layer option .

Largest Carrying Capacity: Fitnate Essential Oil Case

For a hard-sided, lightweight travel case, this is a great option. The molded foam insert has slots for up to 30 bottles of oil and can accommodate 5ml, 10ml, and 15ml containers. If you need a larger essential oil carrying case, there is also a 70-bottle option . 

This travel case includes a multifunctional bottle opener that makes it easy to remove roller balls or plastic reducer caps without using your fingernails. It also comes with a sheet of colorful round labels to place on the top of each essential oil cap to help you find the desired oil in the case. 

This essential oil carrying case is only available in black with robin’s egg blue trim.

Best Value: Beschan Essential Oil Case

If you need a large, travel-ready storage container that works at home or on the road, this is the perfect essential oil travel case for you. With a molded foam insert as well as elastic straps, this durable carrying case makes it easy to pack a wide range of essential oil containers – including rollers and 5ml, 10ml, and 15-ml bottles – as well as accessories. This case also comes with four sheets of label stickers, a bottle wrench, four droppers, and more.

While it’s only available in basic black, you can select from two sizes based on what works best for you, including the largest carrying capacity that holds up to 70 bottles of oil. 

Best No-Frills Option: Hipiwe Hard-Shell Essential Oil Case

For a lightweight option that holds up to 20 bottles of essential oils, including 10-ml roller bottles, this durable carrying case gets the job done. Although it’s only available in black and purple, this water-resistant, hard-shell case with a foam divider will protect your oils from breakage, sunlight, and other potential damage when you travel.

Best Essential Oil Purse: Evoon Essential Oil Carrying Case

Designed to look more like a purse than a box, this zipper-top essential oil bag can hold up to 12 bottles of essential oils of all sizes:  5 ml, 10 ml, and 15 ml. A mesh zipper pouch built into the top provides storage space for labels, droppers, and other accessories, and there is additional space between the rows of bottles. This case is available in green, light blue, and red.

Best Compact Size Hard-Shell Case: Aroma Outfitters 10-Bottle Essential Oil Case

Not only does this hard shell case protect your glass bottles from breakage, but it also insulates your oils to ensure that any leaks or spills don’t damage other items in your purse, backpack, or suitcase. This compact-size case holds up to 10 roller bottles and fits perfectly in a purse, glovebox, or diaper bag. It’s available in black, light blue, and pink.

Sage Advice: If you are looking for something a little bit larger, this hard case is also available in a 14-bottle size.

Best Compact Size Soft-Side Case: Two-Pack Polka Dot Carry Case

If you want to store essential oils in two places, this option is best for you. Each of these zippered soft-side cases holds up to six bottles of oil, making it easy to keep one in your purse and one in your glove compartment, carry-on, or diaper bag. Each two-pack includes one blue and one green polka dot essential oil bag.

Best for the Minimalist: Zippered Key Chain Pouch

If you really want to travel lightly, this bottle holder stores up to ten mini amber vials in a zippered pouch that can easily be clipped to your purse, backpack, or another travel bag. Fill each container with your favorite essential oils or a teaspoon of carrier product (like fractionated coconut oil, grapeseed oil, or almond oil) to ensure that you have what you need for your trip, but in travel-sized quantities.   

Best for 10-ml Rollerball Containers: Silicon Sleeves

If you mostly travel with rollerball containers of oil, this set of six silicon roller bottle sleeves is the best option for you. Simply slide a bottle into the roller bottle holder sleeve and easily attach it to your purse, backpack, or diaper bag using the adjustable strap.

Do You Have a Favorite Essential Oil Carrying Case?

What type of travel case do you prefer for your essential oils when you travel? What do you like about it? Any additional tips and tricks to pass along to help others pick the perfect travel case? Share your experiences in the comments section below.

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I think traveling with essential oils that may reduce travel anxiety or help cure jet lag is a great idea! I have often problems with jet lag. I highly appreciate that they are plant-based. Great tips!

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It still amazes me that 8 months ago I didn’t use essential oils, and now, I’m not sure I could go a day without them. Especially when I travel, my essential oils are my arsenal of wellness and happiness– just a few bottles cover so many things! They’ve been to Florida (twice), OBX (twice), Atlanta, Boston, Turks & Caicos… seriously, they’ve saved me more than once and I can’t believe that my little tote of oils can do SO DARN MUCH. Here’s some tricks to traveling with oils, plus my inside scoop on which ones you should never leave home without whether you’re going down the street or across the globe. 😉 Bon Voyage!

1. Invest in a carrying case! They aren’t very expensive and make great gifts too. I carry on all my oils when flying, so it tucks right into my carry-on or purse. The everyday essential oil case I have is very similar to this one . I also have a keychain carrier that’s perfect for using and sharing the oils on-the-go, and that little guy has saved me more than once.

2. Yes, they can go through the x-ray at the airport. While it’s probably better to have them hand checked, I never have enough time to go through that rigamarole. I simply send them through the scanner in my oil case and they’re JUST FINE.

3. Roadtrips and oils go hand in hand. Ever get sleepy on the road? Peppermint is my go-to roadtrip oil! I put a drop in my hands or in my car diffuser and I’m back on track. Purification is also amazing for roadtrips, especially the we’ve-been-in-the-car-for-hours-eating-fast-food variety. 😉

4. To diffuse or not to diffuse? If I’m taking a road trip (particularly an extended one) I’ll usually pack my Young Living home diffuser because it works so well. However, that’s not very practical for flying or when space is tight. They do have travel diffusers (the YL Orb diffuser looks amazing) but when I’m packing light I skip it and use my hands to inhale the oils.

4. Don’t be caught without a carrier oil. Some oils need to be diluted before using (like Thieves, which you will certainly want to have while traveling) so I filled an empty oil bottle from an oil I’d used up with V6. You can also use olive oil, sweet almond oil, or other carrier but you’ll definitely want a little bit on hand, even if it’s in a tiny sized sample bottle.

My Must-Have Essential Oils for Traveling

So now you know the how, here’s the what! These are the oils I never want to leave home without, and how I use them while on the road:

Citronella oil – We all know what citronella is good for. If we’re staying in a hotel, I dab this all over the beds. When we’re outside, it’s our DIY outdoor spray . Ditch the chemical sprays and go with all natural citronella!

Thieves oil- Also in our Hall of Fame, if I could only take one oil, it would be Thieves. I actually take two bottles with me. One is diluted with a carrier oil and has a roller ball on top. I use that on our feet after walking through security sans shoes, and each morning and night. The other bottle is straight up Thieves with no carrier oil, for just in case. It’s also great in warm water as a ‘tea’ for when you’ve been talking too much (who, me?)

Purification oil- Ever stay in a room with more than one person? Go on a girlfriends getaway and share a bathroom? Are you catching my drift? Make your own ‘Poo-pouri’ by putting a drop or two right in the potty to negate odors. Also makes a great outdoor spray, or use if there’s stinky situations to clear the air. Tee hee.

Peppermint oil- great for improving focus! See #3 above for how I use it in the car.

Valerian oil- Valerian is my best friend. It smells terrible, but I put a few drops on my feet, cover them with socks, and zzzzz…. was I saying something?

Lavender oil- Ahhhhhhh, lavender. Like a spaaaaaa. Calming and soothing. Perfect for airplane takeoffs, landings, turbulence, and pretty much any point while flying if you’re at all like me.

Valor oil- See lavender. Valor is my favorite smelling oil of all time. I drench myself in it (not really, figuratively– really a few drops behind the ears or on the jawline) and I feel ready to fly! (or kayak, or snorkel, or whatever brave thing I need to do).

Deep Relief oil- this roll on blend is formulated for using after activity or when you overdo things a bit. Not that I do that while on vacation. (cramped planes? carrying 4 suitcases through the airport?  hiking gone wild? BOOM!)

DiGize Vitality oil- a must-have for traveling! Don’t leave home without it!

Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier- I LOVE THIS STUFF. It’s softer on my hands and smells terrific, like Christmas. I feel good using this on my kids (all the time) while traveling!

NingXia Red- I drink NingXia Red daily. It’s totally changed my life. It’s a nutritional supplement made with powerful NingXia Wolfberry puree and other essential oils to optimize wellness. I love the 2 oz. packets because I either throw them in the cooler or bring them along and store in a fridge for my daily boost! They are shelf stable but taste better cold, so it’s totally fine to travel with them at room temperature (but I highly recommend drinking it cold because it’s tasty).

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15 Best Essential Oils for Travel

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1. Lavender

3. purification or citronella, 4. panaway or wintergreen, 4. tea tree, 5. eucalyptus, 6. peppermint, 7. ginger or digize blend, 9. bergamot, 11. peace & calming, 12. rosemary, 13. frankincense, 14. ylang ylang, 15. roman chamomile.

Can You Take Essential Oils on a Plane?

Plane etiquette, traveling by car, essential oils in cold climates, essential oils in warm or hot climates, top tips for traveling with essential oils.

• You can take standard vials of airplanes, just make sure you put them in a sealed bag.
• If you are traveling with bottles you mixed yourself, a good idea is to label them, for your reference as well as through the airport security.
• Store your oils in a cool, dry place and if needed gently warm up oils in your hands.

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Hi Tracey! I’m just trying to figure out how many drops of oils to put in the 2ml bottles for my purse and do you dilute them? Thanks, Donna

It depends on the recipe – but I usually do about 5-10 drops in a 2 ml bottle.

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5 Favorite Essential Oils for Traveling and How to Use Them

Do you have a family vacation, summer trip, or even a weekend getaway planned? When on the road or in the air, my oils are always with me. I make sure to take the extra time when packing to include these 5 favorite essential oils for traveling.

While traveling is usually an exciting adventure, there may be a few unexpected issues that arise while away from home. Having my oils with me brings me comfort and piece of mind.

I love knowing that if an itchy bug bite, car sick child, or smelly hotel room comes my way...I have a natural solution ready!

Do You Bring Essential Oils With You When Traveling?

During a giveaway, we asked our fans: Do you bring essential oils with you when you are traveling?  The answers were multiple choice and they were:

We had 218 people vote, thank you for participating. Here are the results:

Do the results surprise you? I expected the majority would say they did but I didn't expect that 90% usually-always bring essential oils when traveling. That just shows how much we love essential oils!

5 Essential Oils for Traveling

Here are my favorite essential oils for traveling, plus reasons why I like to use them when traveling. Your list may be a little different to accommodate you and your family and that is OK. Use this list as a jumping off point and bring what YOU need!

Quick Tip: Keep you travel bag and suitcase fresh by placing a few drops of your favorite essential oil on a tissue and put it inside the luggage. You may need to let it dry so it doesn't transfer any oil residue on your clothing or items in your suitcase.

More Essential Oils for Travel

Besides peppermint essential oil, tea tree oil and lemon essential oil, there are more essential oils that could be helpful during traveling.

Here are more oils that people find helpful when traveling: eucalyptus, rosemary, myrrh, bergamot, chamomile, Clary sage, geranium, juniper berry, marjoram, Melissa, neroli, palmarosa, patchouli, and sandalwood.

In addition, oils for relaxation and immune system are beneficial during the travel season.

Essential Oil Ideas for Travel

If you're looking for an energy boost, consider using lemon or grapefruit oil. These invigorating scents can help you feel more alert and focused, perfect for long days of sightseeing. Add a few drops to your diffuser or inhale directly from the bottle when you need a pick-me-up.

Lavender oil is one of the most popular essential oils and for good reason. Its calming and relaxing properties can be a great help when dealing with travel stress. Simply add a few drops to your diffuser or apply topically to your temples and wrists.

Another great option for travelers is peppermint oil. It can help relieve nausea and motion sickness, making it perfect for long car or plane rides. Simply dilute with a carrier oil and apply topically to your stomach or inhale as needed.

Essential Oils Accessories for Traveling

Here are some other supplies to think about adding to your packing list:

Essential Oil Car Diffuser

I love having an aromatherapy car diffuser in my car, especially for road trips. Last weekend I was on the road with my family and due to lots of curvy turns, I was getting a little nauseated (so was my oldest son). I just added several drops of peppermint to my car diffuser clip and the issue was gone!

Aromatherapy Inhalers

Essential oils have strong scents so they could potentially offend others around you in a car or airplane. A personal inhaler is a good option, prefill with the scent you anticipate needing and carry it with you!

Roller Bottles

Have some essential oils blends you can't live without? Roller bottles are a great way to bring them on the go, especially if they are a part of your daily routine. Prefill with essential oil blends you or your family will need on your trip.

I have a medium size carry case that I can easily grab and fill with all my essential oil goodies when traveling, but not completely overdo it :)

Carry Case for Purse

I also like to have a travel case and small vials filled with my oils in my purse.

Carrier Oils for Traveling

To apply essential oils topically when traveling, you will need to have an essential oil carrier with you.You can bring whatever you prefer, here are the two I like to travel with.

My favorite everyday carrier oil is jojoba oil . It absorbs good, mixes well with essential oils and great for all skin types. I like to fill a recycled 15 ml essential oil bottle with my carrier oil I am bringing, that way it is compact and easy to carry. It also allows me to plenty of space two bring another carrier oil if I need. Here is my favorite jojoba oil brand:

Unscented Lotion

This is an another easy way to apply essential oils topically without leaving any greasy feeling. I like to use unscented lotion with my bug repellent essential oils, pain rubs, and after shower moisturizer. Here is my favorite from Plant Therapy , even my husband liked it (and he is really picky with lotion!):

5 Tips to Avoid Jet Lag While Traveling

Are you traveling soon and worried about jet lag? You're not alone. Millions of people suffer from jet lag each year. But with these five tips, you can avoid jet lag and make your travel experience much more enjoyable.

• Leave on your trip well rested and hydrated
• Use flight as time to rest
• Stay awake until an early local bedtime
• Use lavender essential oil before bedtime for a good night's sleep
• Apply lavender roll on to the back of your neck and temples or under your nose to calm nerves during a bumpy flight

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10 essential oils for travel: bring these on your next trip.

Making plans to travel can be extremely exciting but also a little nerve-wracking. 

Some people love the experience of hopping on airplanes, while others find it to be stressful or uncomfortable. Depending on where you’re traveling and the length of your trip, sometimes travel anxiety is hard to avoid.

If you plan to take a trip somewhere soon, you may benefit from using essential oils to keep those travel-related worries at bay. 

Can You Carry Essential Oils On A Plane?

Travel guidelines can be tricky to navigate, especially when it comes to carrying essential oils. You may not want to leave your essential oils in a checked suitcase because there is a possibility they could spill or break. If necessary, you can easily pack them in a way that ensures they’ll be protected and arrive safely when you land.

However, if you use essential oils to help ease your travel worries, you probably want to carry them on board with you to use when needed. One thing to note is that most airports have restrictions on what you can bring on board with you. When traveling, the standard TSA rule is that you can bring containers that contain up to 3.4 ounces of liquid, and you can bring as many of these containers as you want, as long as they are individually 3.4oz or less. 

Most essential oil bottles are 0.5oz in size, so you should be fine to bring them aboard. Just make sure to pack them well in a ziplock bag in order to avoid any spills or damage to the bottles.

Essential Oils That Kill Germs In The Air

There are plenty of movies and TV shows that portray train stations and airports as romantic settings full of possibility. While there is something special about traveling, the truth is that these settings are also full of germs. People shuffle in and out of these spaces all day, every day. 

For the germaphobes reading this article, here are a couple of essential oils that are commonly used to cleanse the air around you (and even potentially boost your immune system).

Tea Tree Oil

This essential oil has powerful properties that can kill bacteria and viruses in the air. This 2006 study looks at how tea tree essential oil has antimicrobial properties that may help fight infections both topically and in the air. In fact, some people use tea tree oil as a natural hand sanitizer because it has been shown to kill viruses such as the flu, E. coli, and more. 

Eucalyptus Oil

A 2012 study showed that there are strong antiviral properties found in eucalyptus oil that can help to treat & prevent infections. In addition to these properties, eucalyptus oil has a refreshing aroma that can open airways and relieve congestion with anti-inflammatory effects. 

Essential Oils That Give You Energy

Another factor of traveling and vacations is the amount of time and energy it takes to get to and from your destination. Whether you are driving, flying, or taking other transportation– it’s essential to stay alert & awake. Now, you may have a 20-hour flight that you can get some sleep on, but you also will probably suffer from jet lag.

When it comes to traveling, sometimes drinking coffee isn’t enough to keep you energized along the way. These essential oils can help give you a clear mind and boost of energy to stay awake & beat fatigue during your journey. 

Rosemary Oil

Rosemary is known to have stimulating properties that can awaken your mind. A 2012 study concluded that when used for aromatherapy inhalation, rosemary oil has positive stimulative effects on mood, brain activity, and other responses. 

Most citrusy essential oils provide an awakening and energizing effect, especially when inhaling the aroma. The vibrant scent of lemon oil has even been shown to improve productivity in factory work environments.  A 2010 study looked at the effects of lemon essential oil aromatherapy and noted that it could improve cognitive function. That being said, it may help you stay alert during exhausting days of travel. 

Peppermint Oil

The minty, refreshing scent of peppermint oil is well known to awaken your senses to help you energize. In 2013, a study looked at the effects of peppermint oil on athletic performance. Among the results of this study, it was shown that peppermint oil aromatherapy can help prevent fatigue.

Our boomboom mint variety nasal inhaler pack uses the perfect blend of peppermint oil, spearmint oil, eucalyptus oil, and other natural flavors to give you a refreshing boost of energy and focus.

Essential Oils That Help You Relax

Many people who don’t like to travel will say that it makes them feel nervous or anxious. Traveling is something that forces you out of your comfort zone, which can easily throw off your mood and emotions. In fact, the fear of traveling (known as hodophobia) is one of the most common phobias worldwide. 

Your fear may be related to past experiences or more specific concerns like the fear of flying. Most people will have some kind of fear related to travel– some cases more severe than others. It may be common, but it’s still hard to manage. That’s why we wanted to share some essential oils that can help you get rid of those anxious feelings during your trip.

Anxious or nervous feelings can feel suffocating at times, especially when traveling. The soothing aroma of lavender essential oil has been researched and shown to provide a calming effect on your nervous system and mental state. Many people use lavender oil to ease their anxiety & soothe their worries while traveling.

Sweet Orange

The sweet orange essential oil has been researched over the years and shown to provide a wide variety of positive benefits. A study in 2013 showed that inhaling this essential oil was effective in reducing stress levels in patients experiencing emotional/anxious feelings. 

A 2015 study looked at the effects of geranium oil when used for inhalation for aromatherapy. This research showed that the essential oil was able to decrease physical symptoms of anxiety, including muscle tension and rapid breathing and providing mental relaxation.

Our boomboom essential oil "Relax Roll-On"   uses the perfect blend of these essential oils and more to ease anxiety & body pains, among other benefits.

Essential Oils That Help You Breathe Better

Traveling may cause you to experience trouble breathing due to anxiety, high altitudes, and other environmental factors. When you need a breath of fresh air to open up your airways on the go, certain essential oils can help you & improve your breathing .

This essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can refresh your respiratory system to help improve breathing. It has a minty aroma and soothing effect that can clear your sinuses, making it easier to breathe normally. It also can give you fresh breath during long travel days when you feel the need to freshen up but can’t brush your teeth. 

Frankincense

Using frankincense oil for aromatherapy has been shown to benefit patients with COPD symptoms (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). One of the main symptoms of COPD is difficulty breathing, but this 2015 study showed that using frankincense oil was able to act as a highly effective treatment.

Frankincense is also commonly used to help relieve nausea or an upset stomach.

If you are interested in using essential oils to improve your breathing, check out our lineup of inhalers and roll-ons . These products use the perfect blend of spearmint and other essential oils to open your airways for enhanced breathing.

Final Thoughts

While traveling can be enjoyable and exciting for some people, it is a common source of stress for others (especially during a global pandemic). The physical and mental effects of travel-related stress may be tough to avoid, but they are manageable.

With the help of these 10 essential oils, you can prepare for a pleasant experience the next time you travel.

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Great American Natural Products is a "Healthy Lifestyle Boutique" that encourages each customer to be happy in the skin they're in. We carry a full range of vitamins, herbs, and supplements, as well as a wide selection of teas, herbs, spices & Essential oils for aromatherapy. Customers can also browse our gift area for a large variety of bath & body care, candles, natural makeup and hundreds of whimsical items! Nestled within our store is a clothing boutique that offers trendy, comfortable clothing for women of all shapes and sizes. Our goal is to offer quality products, expertise, and excellent customer service. A unique shopping experience for body, mind, and spirit. …

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I came here on a recommendation that i could find some herbal remedies to help with my sleepless nights caused by endless night sweats. When I drove up to the shop's parking lot I was hesiitant to go in. It appeared closed for the parking lot was sparse and no windows to see if the lights were on. No plants were out froont as if this was a running operation. I was the only car in the parking lot yet I was curious to see what was possibly inside if they were open. I wanted to know what could they have that could help. I walked in and was pleasantly surprised by a well lighted, clean, very organized shop that was filled with herbal remedies, nutritional supplements, essential oils, fragrant oils, teas, bath salts, hand made soaps, pet care products and all kinds of holistic remedies As well as beautiful gift ideas from jewelry to items to decorate you kitchen & home. I have learned since that the owners are trained on these herbal mixtures and can help with your ailments. Sounds like they are a wealth of information and knowledge on the subject. Yes, this place is legit. Look to coming back to see what else they offer for it appears many different types Natural product is their specialty.

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Driving by you wouldn't have a clue as to the delights inside. Looking at the name, you wouldn't either. Walk inside, and you can get lost in here for a good hour and a half. This is an apothecary, a tea shop, a natural foods shop, a clothing store, organic housewares and more all rolled into one. Talk to the ladies behind the counter and they are a myriad of information on every type of vitamin and natural pill you can imagine. There is a lot of knowledge in that store and every time I go in, I walk out feeling good. Beautiful gift ideas, impressive back room with clothes, amazing spot to get healthy and no guilt if you walk out not buying anything. I absolutely recommend this shop and visit them often for teas, herbs, gifts and more.

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