Essential Oils for Focus
It’s late in the afternoon, your mind is wandering again, and you just need to finish up the task at hand. You may be asking yourself, “Why is it so hard to concentrate?” Don’t be so hard on yourself, it happens to the best of us. Factors like lack of sleep, stress, or environmental distractions may be causing you to get off track, but it’s helpful to know that many Essential Oils can counteract this.
Specific compounds in certain therapeutic oils (like 1,8 cineole and A-pinene) can aid in memory, concentration, and focus. Utilizing these natural plant extractions may help neurotransmitters in the brain. So what Essential Oils are best for alertness and mental stimulation, and what is the best way to use them? Here is a list of the top Essential Oils and blends for Focus.
Rosemary Essential Oil
This pungent herbal oil is traditionally known as the “oil of remembrance.” It is said that Greek scholars used to inhale its aroma while studying. Multiple studies have shown that Rosemary oil can enhance memory as well as mental alertness, and possibly help to prevent Alzheimer’s Disease.
Peppermint Essential Oil
If you have ever smelled Peppermint before, you know that it has an instant fresh factor. That cool and minty scent is what helps to break through brain fog, uplift your mood, and provide a boost of energy. Simply inhaling the smell of Peppermint can encourage mental stimulation and cognitive function.
Vetiver Essential Oil
When it feels like your head is in the clouds and your feet won’t touch the ground, reach for Vetiver Essential Oil. This earthy oil is super grounding and stabilizing. Vetiver can aid in easing nervous tension and providing calm when feeling irritable. Additionally, this Haitian oil has shown to be beneficial for children who are easily distracted.
Lemon Essential Oil
Ahhh! Who doesn’t feel refreshed with a sniff of Lemon? This bright citrus oil is loved by many for its ability to invigorate. Lemon can help to lighten a heavy mind and increase focus while providing a revitalized mind
Grapefruit Essential Oil
Similar to Lemon, Grapefruit is a great oil for renewal and energy. Just the scent of this cleansing oil can help to clear clutter from the mind, bringing clarity and a positive outlook. Grapefruit is a wonderful partner for the herbal oils on this list. For an even bigger and brighter smell, try White Grapefruit Essential Oil.
Basil Essential Oil
Basil, like other herbs, helps support cerebral function. Particularly, it aids in balancing the adrenal cortex and the nervous system. This translates to an Essential Oil that is beneficial for fighting fatigue and headaches, while also combatting symptoms of stress.
In several studies, Sage has proven to be an incredible cognitive enhancer. This means that it may improve head and body connection in addition to boosting the ability and accuracy of performing tasks at hand.
Coffee Essential Oil
Just like your favorite cup of Joe can give you that mental wake up you need in the morning, inhaling the scent of Coffee Essential Oil can be invigorating and stimulating. Try Iced Coffee Essential Oil for an even stronger and more robust smell.
REVIVE Hocus Focus
Containing several of the single oils listed above, Hocus Focus is a powerhouse for achieving better concentration. This blend is easy to use whenever you need to clear out mental exhaustion, get centered, and be productive.
REVIVE Concentrate
When an overactive and stressed mind is the reason you have lack of focus, Concentrate is the blend for you. This synergy contains calming oils that help to ease your nerves and feel stabilized.
REVIVE Brain Time (Our Choice for Kids)
Keeping your children on task can be a whole other issue, that is why REVIVE created Brain Time. This kid safe synergy is perfect for fighting stress, improving concentration, and enhancing attentiveness. We love this blend for homework time.
How to use Essential Oils for Focus
When looking to achieve focus, we want to use the olfactory receptors to stimulate the part of the limbic system that can reduce stress and increase alertness. Essentially, you can just inhale one or a blend of the Essential Oils on this list to help with that. A couple deep breaths straight from the bottle is enough to make a difference.
For longer lasting effects, we really love to diffuse our oils! Just 3-5 drops in your REVIVE diffuser is all it takes to get you on your way to Focus Land. Diffusing in your office or at the homework desk can be super helpful for getting you in the zone.
Another great option is to apply your Essential Oils topically with a carrier oil. This is a wonderful idea for personal use and very handy when on-the-go. Simply add a drop or two of your desired Essential Oils or blend to Fractionated Coconut Oil or Golden Jojoba Oil and rub onto pulse points as needed.
