Those who have struggled with sleep are praising a £3 purchase from Amazon for improving their nightly rest. Shoppers on Amazon believe it’s due to a ‘miracle oil’ that calms their minds and makes it easier to fall asleep.
Freshskin Beauty’s Essential Lavender Oil costs just £3.14 on Amazon. Lavender oil has been traditionally used to induce relaxation, which is essential before going to bed. Research suggests that using lavender oil for aromatherapy can enhance sleep quality, particularly for individuals with insomnia, depression, and anxiety.
Scientific studies have also found that lavender oil may increase the duration of deep, slow-wave sleep, which is vital for growth, memory, and immune function. A 2015 research project involving university students with ‘self-reported sleep issues’ demonstrated that lavender improved their sleep quality.
Lavender oil aromatherapy has also been linked to reduced physical and emotional stress symptoms, lower blood pressure and heart rate, and increased relaxation. Another study focusing on oral lavender medication showed that it could enhance sleep quality and alleviate anxiety as effectively as a low dose of lorazepam, a sedative.
Freshskin Beauty’s Essential Lavender Oil has received an impressive customer rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon. One reviewer stated, ‘I use this on my pillow before sleep. It helps me fall asleep right away.’ A second person added, ‘Best sleep ever. I placed a couple of drops on my pillow and fell asleep immediately. I had one of the best sleeps I’ve ever had, which is unusual for me because I’m always stressed and can’t sleep.’
However, not everyone was equally impressed. One Amazon customer remarked, ‘I rarely leave negative feedback, but this product is very weak.’ Another commented, ‘I’m not going to lie, it doesn’t smell like anything.’
In contrast, another individual was delighted with Freshskin Beauty’s Essential Lavender Oil, saying, ‘Excellent oil from Freshskin, as expected. Freshskin provides most of my oils. The quality is consistently high. They are genuine essential oils, not fragrance oils. I have some that I don’t use regularly but still smell great years later, and others that I use up quickly. Far superior to artificial scents in your home.’
Other options for lavender oil include Holland and Barrett’s 10ml Lavender Pure Essential Oil for £6.50 and Dunelm’s Lavender Jar Candle with Cork Lid for £4. Boots also offers the AromaWorks Petitgrain and Lavender Reed Diffuser for £11.99.
