Hands down, without a doubt, I get more questions about balancing hormonal health than anything else.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
[Dr. Axe](
Dear {NAME},
Hands down, without a doubt, I get more questions about balancing hormonal health than anything else.
That’s because so many women out there are suffering from unnecessary symptoms, looking for science-backed ways to [balance hormones naturally](.
And I believe that essential oils . . . the right essential oils . . . are critical to restoring hormonal harmony in women’s bodies.
Because . . .
. . . periods don’t have to be debilitating.
. . . menopause doesn’t have to mean waking up in sweaty sheets
. . . you can learn to support your hormones throughout life, helping them shift into better balance.
So whether you’re dealing with fertility factors, painful periods or signs and symptoms of menopause, there’s an essential oil that can help restore hormones to optimal levels.
Here are the top 7 oils for supporting women’s health naturally:
#1. Evening Primrose
An omega-rich powerhouse rich in gamma linoleic acid, a vital building block for healthy hormones
- Native Americans and European settlers used evening primrose for food
- Seeds of the flower are cold-pressed for oil rich in essential fatty acids
- Helps relieve PMS symptoms
- Promotes hormone balance
- May boost fertility
- One of the best carrier oils for skin
- Also hydrates skin and hair
- Anti-inflammatory agent commonly used to relieve autoimmune disease problems
- [More evening primrose oil benefits and uses](
Evening Primrose for Women’s Health & Beyond
Hormone Balance Serum (30-60 Uses)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons evening primrose oil
- 30 drops clary sage essential oil
- 30 drops thyme essential oil
- 30 drops ylang ylang essential oil
Directions
- In a small glass bottle, mix all ingredients.
- Pour into a glass vial with a dropper.
- Rub 5 drops onto your neck twice daily.
Anti-Aging Serum
Ingredients
- 1⁄4-ounce of jojoba oil
- 1⁄4-ounce of evening primrose oil
- 1⁄4-ounce of pomegranate oil
- 15 drops of vitamin E
- 20 drops of lavender or frankincense essential oil
- 10 drops of carrot seed oil
Directions
Mix ingredients together
Place mixture in a dark glass bottle
Use in the morning and at night on your face and neck
Skin Soother
- Rub on the skin to calm itchy areas or to soothe uncomfortable areas
Evening primrose oil works well as a carrier oil with many essential oils, including:
- Lavender
- Lemon
- Peppermint
- Basil
- Rosemary
- Grapefruit
- Orange
- Geranium
#2. Clary Sage
A vital essential oil that helps support a woman’s body during different stages of life, from painful periods through menopause
- One of the most “essential” oils to have on hand when it comes to women’s health
- Highly beneficial when dealing with cramps, heavy menstrual cycles, hot flashes and hormonal imbalances
- Inhaling clary sage oil vapors can reduce cortisol stress hormone levels by up to 36% and improve thyroid levels in postmenopausal women
- Clary sage also produces an antidepressant effect
- The main chemical component of clary sage oil is linalyl acetate, making it one of the most relaxing, soothing and balancing essential oils
- Safety: Clary sage oil is not safe for use during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester or when using it on the abdomen, because it may trigger uterine contractions; avoid use if taking heart medication
- [More clary sage oil benefits and uses](
Clary Sage for Women’s Health
Hot Flash Massage
- Dilute 5 drops each of clary sage, Roman chamomile and peppermint oils with 1 tablespoon of evening primrose oil oil
- Massage onto the body
- Also add these oils to a bath
Natural Hormone Support
- Clary sage oil contains natural phytoestrogens, which give it the ability to produce estrogenic effects.
- For estrogen level support, apply 3 drops regularly to your abdomen or 2 drops to your neck
Period Cramp Hero Blend
- Clary sage oil’s antispasmodic effects helps alleviate cramps
- To relieve menstrual discomfort, take it internally or apply it topically to your abdomen
Rest & Relaxation Promoter
- Clary sage oil is a natural sedative
- To help relieve insomnia and feelings of anxiety, diffuse it at your bedside or rub 1 to 2 drops onto your neck and the soles of your feet
Clary sage oil blends well with other hormone-supporting essential oils, including:
- Ylang ylang
- Thyme
- Geranium rose
#3. Ylang Ylang
With a positive effect on immune health, blood flow and emotions, ylang ylang oil is considered a natural remedies for endocrine and reproductive disorders
- In Chinese medicine, ylang ylang is known for its calming effect on the heart
- Considered a natural antidepressant
- Smelling ylang ylang oil helps induce a calm, relaxed state
- Shown to decrease blood pressure and heart rate
- Enhances sexual energy
- Safety: Some cases of sensitivity, nausea and headache have been observed when ylang ylang is used in excessive amounts
- [More ylang ylang oil benefits and uses](
Ylang Ylang Oil for Women’s HealthNatural Aphrodisiac Perfume
- Shown to act like a natural impotence remedy; helps stimulate libido in men and women
- Apply it topically to the temples, wrists or the back of your neck
Anti-PMS Potion
- Helps to reduce the cramps, tension and stress associated with PMS
- Combine 2 drops of ylang ylang and 2 drops of lavender
- Apply mixture topically to the back of your neck and on your lower abdomen
Anger Alleviater
- Known to aid in the release of negative emotions, including anger, low self-esteem and jealousy
- Diffuse it or inhale vapors directly from the bottle to help wash away frustration
Mood Improver
- Acting directly on the olfactory system of the brain, inhaling ylang ylang oil can have immediate, positive effects on your mood and act like a mild, natural depression remedy
- Combine 3 to 5 drops with a carrier oil like primrose oil and massage it onto the temples and back of the neck
Blood Pressure Regulation
- Considered one of the most helpful essential oils for controlling blood pressure and preventing heart arrhythmia
- Dilute it in a 1:1 ratio with a carrier oil and apply 1 drop topically over your heart, or add 2 drops to a cup of water or warm tea
- Only use very high-quality, organic brands and check ingredients carefully, looking for only Cananga odorata flower oil
Ylang ylang oil blends well with other hormone-supporting essential oils, including:
- Ylang ylang
- Geranium rose
#4. Thyme
Known to boost the body’s Qi, reversing low energy and weakness
- Promotes healthy skin
- May relieve feelings of depression
- Balances hormones
- Safety: Avoid if taking heart medications or if you have high blood pressure; avoid use during pregnancy; people with epilepsy should also avoid high doses of thyme oil
- [More thyme oil benefits and uses](
Thyme Oil for Women’s HealthHormone Balancing Tonic
- With progesterone-balancing effects, thyme oil may also relieve symptoms of menopause, including mood swings, hot flashes and insomnia
- Diffuse it, or apply it to the back of your neck, on your wrists and on the soles of your feet
- Do not use around pets
Uterine Fibroid Fighter
- Uterine fibroids are caused by high levels of estrogen and low levels of progesterone
- To help break them up, rub 2 drops each of thyme, clary sage and frankincense oils over your lower abdomen twice daily
Thyme oil blends well with other hormone-supporting oils, including:
- Geranium rose
- Ylang ylang
- Clary Sage
#5. Geranium Rose
- Geranium oil use dates back to ancient Egypt, when it was used to beautify skin
- In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it’s used to strength Yin to treat infertility
- In animal studies, geranium essential oil, applied intravaginally, decreased the number of fungal candida cells
- Safety: Since geranium oil influences certain hormone secretions, avoid using it during the first trimester of pregnancy, and use in topical dilutions only thereafter; may irritate sensitive skin
- [More geranium rose oil benefits and uses](
Geranium Rose Oil for Women’s HealthPre-Period Health Boost
- Geranium helps regulate hormone levels and eases symptoms of PMS and menstruation
- Apply 1 to 2 drops topically to your abdomen along with clary sage oil, orange
- Oil and a carrier oil just prior to the onset of your menstrual cycle
Skin Improver
- Geranium oil acts as an astringent, inducing contractions and improving skin tone which improves skin tone
- Minimizes wrinkles
- Add 2 drops to facial lotion or equal parts of coconut oil and apply it twice daily
Geranium rose oil blends well with other hormone-supporting essential oils, including:
- Ylang ylang
- Clary sage
#6. Lavender
An essential oil to keep on hand at all times due to its versatility, including promoting peaceful sleep and easing feelings of tension
- Lavender has been used for medicinal and religious purposes for more than 2,500 years, according to ancient texts
- Today, it’s the most commonly used essential oil in the world
- A 2011 study found a blend of lavender and bergamot oil helped treat depression or anxiety, causing significant decreases in pulse rate and blood pressure
- It takes 27 square feet of lavender plants to make just one 15 mL bottle of lavender oil
- Shown to reduce insomnia and improve symptoms of Alzheimer’s, along with reducing depression by 32% in people suffering from PTSD
- Safety: For most people, lavender oil is well tolerated
- [More lavender oil benefits and uses](
Lavender Oil for Women’s Health
Lavender Oil for Deep Sleep
- Diffuse 5 drops of lavender oil beside your bed, or apply 2 to 3 drops to the back of your neck, as well as your chest and temples
Lavender for a More Relaxed State
- Diffuse lavender oil beside you during the workday to help soothe stress behaviors and promote healthy blood pressure
Lavender oil blends well with other hormone-supporting essential oils, including:
- Clary sage
- Ylang ylang
#7. Bergamot
A unique citrus oil that helps release the burden of emotional pain
- A natural mood balancer with unique properties that are both uplifting and calming
- A potent muscle tension eraser
- Stimulates hormonal and digestive juices
- Safety: Avoid direct sunlight for up to 12 hours after external application; if you use bergamot oil and have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly, as it may affect blood sugar control
- More bergamot oil benefits and uses
Bergamot Oil for Women’s Health2-Second Stress Buster
- Applied topically by rubbing 1 to 2 drops onto temples and wrists
Massage Enhancer
- Encourages lymphatic drainage
- Apply 2 to 3 drops to feet before bedtime or combine 3 to 5 drops with a carrier oil for a calming and relaxing massage
Bergamot oil blends well with other hormone-supporting essential oils, including:
- Lavender
- Clary sage
I hope you'll be able to incorporate one of these into your life.
Yours in good health,
Dr. Axe
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