Researchers at the University of Arizona analyzed the effects of aromatherapy on horses. Results may lead to more natural ways to calm an anxious horse. Lavender, such as that found in HorseScents, was found to be most effective, and unlike traditional tranquilizers, atomized lavender oil does not have a lingering effect and can be used only when needed. Ann Linda Baldwin, professor of physiology at the University of Arizona, is one of the researchers on the study.