DHEA in Sleep Spray Formulation
Question
I am developing a room/pillow spray intended to promote sleep. I am considering using the following ingredients: DHEA, Deep Sleep fragrance, Lavender Oil, Vanilla Oil, Dipropylene glycol, and Reed Diffuser Base.
- Is DHEA suitable for use in this type of spray to aid sleep?
- How do the other listed ingredients contribute to the formulation and the intended sleep-promoting effect?
Answer
DHEA in Sleep Spray Formulation
Regarding your question about using DHEA in a room spray or pillow spray to aid sleep, based on the properties of DHEA, it is not typically used for promoting sleep or relaxation in this manner. Therefore, including DHEA in your proposed formula would not contribute to the sleep-inducing effect you are aiming for.
The other components you mentioned are more relevant for a room or pillow spray formulation:
- Deep Sleep fragrance is designed to promote relaxation and sleep.
- Lavender Oil is well-known for its calming and sleep-enhancing properties.
- Vanilla Oil can add a pleasant, comforting scent to the blend.
- Dipropylene glycol and Reed Diffuser Base are commonly used as carriers or bases for room sprays and diffusers, helping to dissolve and disperse the fragrance.
If your primary goal is to create a spray to help with sleep, it would be advisable to omit the DHEA from your formulation and focus on the combination of sleep-promoting fragrances and essential oils like Deep Sleep and Lavender Oil, along with suitable bases like Dipropylene glycol and Reed Diffuser Base.
