Botanical Name : Lavandula Angustifolia
Origin : France
Extraction : Extracted from the flowers by steam distillation
Scent : Light, fresh and sweet smell
Properties : Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, anti-rheumatic, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, bactericide, carminative, cholagogue, cicatrisant, cordial, cytophylactic, decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, emmenagogue, hypotensive, nervine, rubefacient, sedative, sudorific and vulnerary
BACKGROUND
Lavender essential oil is the most versatile of all essential oils. Therapeutic-grade lavender has been highly regarded for the skin. Lavender has been clinically evaluated for its relaxing effects, helping to encourage rest & quality sleep. It may be used to cleanse cuts, bruises & skin irritations affiliated with eczema, acne, sunburns, soreness & inflammation. The fragrance is calming relaxing & balancing – physically & emotionally.
BENEFITS AND USES
- Induce Calming Effect - Rub 2-4 drops on the bottom of the feet for calming effect for the body
- Promote Restful Sleep - Rub 2-4 drops on your palms & smooth on your pillow to help you sleep
- Bee Sting/Insect Bite - Apply 1-2 drops on a bee sting or insect bite to stop itching & reduce swelling
- Minor Burn - Apply 1-2 drops on a minor burn to decrease pain
- Cuts - Apply a few drops on the cut to stop bleeding, clean wound & eliminate bacteria
- Eczema/Dermatitis - Mix 2-3 drops with shea butter or lotion or coconut oil and use topically on skin condition
- Dry/Chapped Skin - Add 2-3 drops to lotion or olive oil or shea butter and rub on dry or chapped skin
- Chapped/Sunburn Lips - Rub a drop on chapped or sunburned lips
- Scar Tissue - To reduce or minimize the formation of scar tissue, massage 2-3 drops on and around the affected area
- Natural Deodorant - Rub 2-4 drops over armpit area to act as a deodorant
- Hay Fever - Rub 1-2 drops between your palms and inhale deeply to help alleviate the symptoms of hay fever. Lavender is a natural antihistamine
- Dandruff - Rub several drops into the scalp to help eliminate dandruff
- Sweeten Laundry - Place a few drops on a wet cloth & throw into the dryer to deodorize & freshen laundry
- Allergies - Diffuse 5-10 drops to alleviate the symptoms of allergies, lavender is a natural antihistamine
- Rashes - Apply 2-3 drops to a rash to stop itching & restore the skin
BLENDS WELL WITH
Bergamot, Black pepper, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Clary sage, Clove, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Marjoram, Oakmoss, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Ravensara, Rose, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Thyme, Vetiver
PRECAUTION
Although Lavender oil is considered one of the safest essential oils, you should discontinue to use if you have any allergic reactions. Always try to dilute Lavender oil with a base or carrier oil, lotion or water before applying or spraying it to the skin to see if your skin can adapt to it.
Our Essential Oils are 100% pure. However, we do NOT recommend the ingestion of essential oils. They are highly concentrated and have the capacity to cause serious damage if used internally without the necessary expertise required. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or having a medical condition, consult a doctor before use.