nightly rituals // relaxing before bedtime

I love routine, I love rituals - they keep me grounded. 

Every morning I make our bed, each night it is impossible for me to go to bed with the dishes in the sink, dirty counter tops or an un-vacuumed floor. I actually get really anxious, to the point I can't relax until the above tasks are completed. It's the same with clutter, clutter and I do not get along but that is a story for another day.

In addition to a morning routine I have a nightly one too or a ritual  you could call it.

Dinner, a cup of decaf tea, the normal teeth brushing, lotioning of the hands and about an hour of reading in bed to decompress and settle in for bed.

 To this routine I have added the ritual of essential oil diffusing.

Through my partnership with NOW as a Wellness Influencer I was able to get my hands on my very own diffuser. It was love at first sight when I saw the Faux Wood Diffuser, it is even prettier in person. I had never used a diffuser before and was a little uncertain how it would work- but it is super easy! Drops of essential oil are dropped into the water basin with luke warm tap water, then screwed into the base. Press the power button and instant essential oil mist is born, which has an added benefit of adding moisture to the air as well.

There are 2 settings, one with a night light and one without.

A summary directly from NOW

• Advanced Ultrasonic Atomization Technology
• Stylish Design With LED Color Changing Night Light
• 8½" H x 5" W
• No Heat Involved/No Risk of Burns
• Just Add Tap Water and Essential Oils
• Runs Cool Steam Up To 8 Hours
• Automatically Shuts Off
• 2-in-1 Mini Air Humidifier Which Can Also Be Used For Aromatherapy
• Revolutionary Way To Create Soothing and Therapeutic Atmosphere
• Great For Home or Office
• BPA-Free
• Extremely Quiet
• Easy to Clean

NOW® Solutions Wooden Ultrasonic Oil Diffuser unites scientific innovation with contemporary design to create an essential oil diffuser that's the perfect complement to your home or office. This attractive, flower-shaped diffuser is BPA-free and utilizes high-frequency ultrasonic electrical vibrations to create an ultra-fine aromatherapy mist. This diffusion method doesn't utilize heat, which maintains essential oil integrity and holistic properties. NOW® Solutions Wooden Ultrasonic Oil Diffuser is perfect for daily use and is a healthy alternative to synthetic room fresheners and scented candles.

I love the Clean Air Blend at night and am in love with the Tangerine during the waking hours. The tangerine essential oil is also heavenly in a warm bath with epsom salts + baking soda- it makes the entire bathroom smell amazing!

My go to nightly tea as of late has been the Green Tranquility - it is perfect for unwinding at the end of a long day.

I would love for you to experience oil diffusing in your own home along with a cup of relaxing tea!

Now Solutions is giving one lucky reader the following!

(1) Ultra Sonic Faux Wooden Oil Diffuser

3 essential oils // selected by NOW Solutions

(1) box of Green Tranquility Tea

(open to US Residents only)

 Enter below for your chance to win!

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(Diffuser in action!)

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*I was provided this product for review as a participant in the NOW Influencer Program #NOWWellness however all thoughts and opinions are my own