A calming scent like lavender or jasmine will not solve poor sleep on its own, but it might help reinforce a bedtime routine. Sleep researcher Rebecca Robbins, Ph.D., suggests using a familiar scent, lotion, or essential oil as a sensory cue that rest is approaching. Research has also linked aromatherapy with improved sleep quality, though scent is best treated as one small part of a larger wind-down routine, not a stand-alone sleep solution.
Sources: GQ; PubMed.
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