Essential oils put to the test: do they really beat stress?
NCT ID NCT07473544
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether inhaling essential oils can lower stress and help people relax. Two hundred healthy adults will breathe in either an essential oil or a placebo from an aroma stick during stressful and calming activities. Researchers measure heart rate and self-reported stress to see if the oils make a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- essential oil inhalation
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural way to manage everyday stress and promote relaxation.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early exploratory study, not designed to treat any medical condition. The effects may be small or no different from placebo.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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dōTERRA International
Pleasant Grove, Utah, 84062, United States
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