Lavender Essential Oil

Benefits

Lavender essential oil benefits and uses include relief of the symptoms of stemming from the most common skin conditions (including but not limited to acne, bruising bug bites and burns), it also cures digestive issues, mental stress and whooping cough.

Instructions for Use

Lavendar oil can be used internally when diluted for ailments of the intestines. It also can be consumed for headaches, anxiety, exhaustion and bronchial issues. Lavender is famous for its ability to treat all types of burns ranging from UV burns to thermal contact burns. If you burn yourself on the stove apply lavender immediately. It is also good for bug bites, lice, bad breath, genital discharge and anal fissures. It is a popular ingredient for beauty products that help cure acne, excess sebum production, boils and wounds. It also makes a lovely scent via a diffuser, candle or warm bath.

History and Additional Information

Lavender oil has been used for at least 2,600 years. The Greeks used it to ease constipation, chest pains, and throat infections. Legend has it that Adam and Even took Lavender from the Garden of Eden. Romans reportedly used lavender oil for bathing, and perfuming rooms with its fine scent.

Details

• Latin/Botanical Name: Lavendula officinalis.
• Other Names: English Lavender, Lavender.
• Family: Lamiaceae.
• Part of Plant Used: Flowers.
• Place of Origin: Mediterranean

Characteristics

• Odor/Fragrance: Sweet, fresh, herbaceous, floral, fruity with camphorous nuances
• Color: Clear tinged with yellow
• Aroma strength: Medium
• Consistency: Thin
• Note: Top/Middle

Blending Suggestions: cedarwood, pine, clary sage, geranium, nutmeg.

Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil: This oil does not have any reported safety issues. Care must always be taken because of the strength of essential oils, always test small amounts before fully using.

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