If you’ve ever found yourself lying in bed with a busy mind, waking in the night unable to settle back in, or feeling like sleep just doesn’t come as easily as it used to...you’re not alone. So many of us move through our days overstimulated and carry that tension straight into the night, leaving the body feeling wired when it’s time to rest.
This class is designed to gently support that transition. Through aromatherapy, you’ll learn how to create a sense of calm that signals to your nervous system that it’s safe to unwind. Rather than forcing sleep, we’ll focus on creating the conditions that allow sleep to come more naturally. Softening mental chatter, easing physical tension, and bringing the body into a more restful state.
In this class, you’ll learn simple, research-based ways to use essential oils in your evening routine so you can unwind from the day and settle into a calmer, more restful state. The goal is to create a rhythm your body starts to recognize, making sleep feel easier and more natural over time.
This class is for you if falling asleep feels like a struggle, your mind stays busy at night, or you wake up and can’t settle back in. If you’re looking for a natural, simple way to unwind in the evening and want to feel more calm, grounded, and supported as you head into sleep, you’ll find this class both helpful and easy to integrate into your routine.
How aromatherapy supports the nervous system for deeper, more restorative sleep
The connection between scent, the brain, and the sleep cycle
What research says about essential oils like lavender and chamomile for sleep quality
Whether essential oils can influence dreams, emotional processing, and nighttime awareness
How to choose the right oils based on your unique sleep challenges
The most effective ways to use essential oils at night (diffusion, topical, inhalation)
Simple bedtime rituals that signal the body it’s time to rest
How to create a personalized sleep blend that feels grounding and supportive
Safety tips and best practices for nighttime use
How to create a sleepy linen spray to incorporate into your nightly routine.
*This course also includes a 16-page eBook on using aromatherapy for better sleep.
Class is open worldwide and is recorded for those who aren't able to attend live.
Holly Brandenberger
If you're ready to feel empowered and confident around essential oils & holistic health then you're in the right place!
I'm Holly, Registered Nurse and Certified Aromatherapist living near Seattle, Washington on my family farm. I received my Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing in 2006 from Marquette University and have worked in a variety of nursing specialties including trauma,burns, post-surgical, endoscopy and hospital administration. I discovered aromatherapy in 2015 and loved how aromatherapy can strengthen the mind-body connection and initiate a relaxation response. I became a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist and have been expanding my education ever since through specialized courses in utilizing aromatics for stress, trauma, and emotional wellbeing. I am also Certified in Aromapsychology.
I am the founder of Science of Essentials, an online educational platform providing aromatherapy and holistic health education worldwide. I am the author of the bestselling book Aroma Alchemy, available worldwide, where I teach others how to use aromatherapy with confidence and intention. I also teach aromatherapy certification courses through The School for Aromatic Studies and currently collaborate with hospital systems to bring aromatherapy to the bedside in support of patient care. My deepest desire is to share the knowledge I’ve gained by bridging modern medicine and holistic health to serve and support others.