The Best Diffuser Blends for Yoga

Whether you own a yoga studio or dabble around with some stretches at home, a diffuser next to your yoga space is an excellent way to breathe deeper and get more relaxed with your yoga practice. 
 
 At Sha Faun Enterprises, we keep a diffuser and some of our favorite Young Living essential oils next to our yoga space. Aromatherapy and yoga are a perfect combination for helping to reduce stress and anxiety. We want to share some of our favorite essential oil blends with you. Let's getting into a relaxing mindset while we stretch out on our yoga mats. 

Sha Faun's favorite essential oils diffuser blends for yoga: 
Mountain Breeze Blend: 
 
A little bit earthy with a splash of bright citrus to bring you calm feelings while you stretch out and breathe deeply on your yoga mat. This blend is excellent for those mid-day stretching sessions or a pre-bedtime session. 

• 3 drops of Patchouli
• 2 drops of Frankincense
• 2 drops of Clary Sage
• 1 drop of Orange. 
  

 
Place in your clean diffuser and enjoy!

Meditation Blend: 
 
Awaken your mind and your senses while you focus and let go of chasing your thoughts. Run-away thoughts can get in the way of our yoga practices. This blend can help calm and focus your mind. 

• 3 drops of Lavender 
• 3 drops of Sandalwood 
• 3 drops of Eucalyptus 

 
Focus: 
 
Focus on your mind-body connection with this earthy and sweet blend for when you need to focus before a task or a big deadline. 

• 3 drops of Cedarwood
• 2 drops of Bergamot
  
• 2 drops of Geranium 

 
 
Love Yourself: 
 
Lift yourself up and tap into your self-care with this soul-enriching blend. During these challenging times, we could all use a little more loving ourselves. 

• 3 drops of Ylang Ylang
• 3 drops of Rose
  
• 2 drops of Lemon
• 1 drop of Chamomile 

 
Be Present: 
 
The woodsy aroma of Cypress and Pine can help you let go of your worries and center yourself in the moment. We could all use a little more centering and being present in the moment. 

• 3 drops of Pine
• 3 drops of Cypress
• 3 drops of Geranium 

 
Wake Up: 
 
Awaken your mind for the day with this stimulating and refreshing blend. Perfect for an early morning yoga sesh. Not recommended for use near bedtime. Rosemary is great for helping your memory. Try this before an important meeting or exam. 

• 3 drops of Lime
• 2 drops of Rosemary
• 2 drops of Cedarwood 
  
• 2 drops of Peppermint
  

Studies have shown that yoga helps strengthen muscles, improve posture, and reduce stress on your bones and joints. Yoga is also good for your mind. Yoga reduces stress, encourages better sleep, and lifts your mood. The benefits of yoga, together with the aromatherapy benefits of essential oils, are the perfect recipe for a relaxing and productive yoga practice. 
 
For more ways yoga and essential oils can help you lift your mind, body, and spirit, and to learn more, start your Young Living essential oil journey today!