CBD, the Vagus Nerve, and Choosing Between Stress-Less and Mind/Body Balance
Which Bee Well roll-on is right for your wellness goals?
The Vagus Nerve: Your Body’s Built-In Stress Regulator
The vagus nerve is one of the most important parts of your nervous system. It's the main highway of the parasympathetic nervous system, responsible for calming your body after stress and maintaining balance across vital functions — including heart rate, digestion, and mood.
Stimulation of the vagus nerve has been shown to:
- Reduce anxiety
- Lower inflammation
- Improve sleep
- Support emotional regulation
You don’t need expensive devices to benefit. Targeted topical CBD application — especially near the auricular branch of the vagus nerve behind the ear — can promote a calming response when paired with essential oils that interact with the nervous system.
Stress-Less: Targeted Relief for Acute Stress and Anxiety
Stress-Less is our go-to roll-on for moments when life feels overwhelming.
Key Features:
- Full-spectrum CBD (200 mg)
- Lavender – soothing and sedative
- Bergamot – bright, citrusy mood lifter
- Ylang Ylang – balances nervous energy and heart rate
When to Use:
- During acute stress or anxiety
- Before a meeting or social event
- As part of your evening wind-down routine
Where to Apply:
Apply directly to the depression behind each earlobe, where the vagus nerve lies closest to the skin. This precise application supports a rapid calming response through vagus nerve interaction.
What It Excels At:
- Promoting immediate calm
- Soothing anxious thoughts
- Supporting nervous system reset during high-stress moments
Mind/Body Balance: Daily Support for Grounding and Emotional Clarity
Mind/Body Balance helps restore equilibrium when your emotional energy feels off — aligning your physical and mental state throughout the day.
Key Features:
- Full-spectrum CBD (200 mg)
- Clary Sage – hormone-balancing and emotionally centering
- Frankincense – grounding and focus-enhancing
- Cedarwood – stabilizing and deeply calming
When to Use:
- During emotional fatigue or overwhelm
- When working on mindfulness or grounding
- As daily nervous system support
Where to Apply:
As with all Bee Well roll-ons, apply to the area directly behind the earlobe, the most effective point for vagus nerve stimulation and nervous system balance.
What It Excels At:
- Enhancing meditation or breathwork
- Supporting mood regulation
- Reconnecting mind and body after emotional stress
Which Should You Choose?
| Use Case | Choose Stress-Less | Choose Mind/Body Balance |
|---|---|---|
| Acute stress or panic | ✅ | – |
| Daily emotional balance | – | ✅ |
| Social anxiety or performance stress | ✅ | – |
| Hormonal/emotional overwhelm | – | ✅ |
| Sleep prep or wind-down | ✅ | ✅ |
| Vagus nerve stimulation | ✅ | ✅ |
Pro tip: Some users apply Stress-Less in the moment, and use Mind/Body Balance as a foundational tool throughout the day.
Let the Vagus Nerve Work for You
Your vagus nerve is a powerful ally in staying calm, centered, and healthy.
By combining CBD with targeted essential oils and precise application behind the earlobe, Bee Well’s roll-ons offer natural, science-backed support for your nervous system.