Lavender is one of the safest oils and can even be used for animals and pets under certain circumstances. You can drink Lavender – Lavandula Angustifolia as a tea by using dried flowers and leaves infused with boiling water. Both the petals and essential oil are popular to use in hand-made soap. Dried Lavender leaves and Lavender essential oil can be used to prevent clothing moths.
Lavender essential oil is extracted from the flowers and leaves of the lavender plant and is rich in beneficial compounds like linalool and linalyl acetate. These compounds are known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial properties.
Lavender can be used to treat skin irritation, burns, and acne, as well as to reduce inflammation, relax muscles, and soothe headaches. Wow what a spread. No wonder Lavender is so popular and versatile. Go Lavender!
The sweet and soothing scent of lavender has been used for centuries to promote relaxation and a sense of calm. Lavender has a long history of use dating back to ancient Egypt and Greece. It was used to scent perfumes, ointments, and linen. In the Middle Ages, it was used to treat depression, headaches, and other ailments.
We offer 2 strands of Lavender.
Lavender – Lavandula Angustifolia that originates from Bulgaria and is organic, contains no pesticides or sprays and is 100% pure and natural. It is obtained from a single plant source and is seasonally available.
The second is Lavender Mailette, also known as Purple Haze, which is a true lavender and contains higher concentrations of linalool and linalyl acetate. It is the preferred choice for many because the fragrance is softer and is a more gentler version of lavender, especially for children, sensitive people and people with compromised immune systems or people that are sensitive to camphor or 1.8 cineola. Shall we call it SUPER LAVENDER!?
Purple Haze
Lavender Mailette (Lavandula angustifolia), also known as “Purple Haze“, is a true lavender and has special qualities. The oil is also distinctive in it’s softer, more gentle floral fragrance with little camphor on the nose. This makes Lavender Mailette the preferred choice, especially for children, sensitive people and people with compromised immune systems. Also people that are sensitive to camphor or cineole.
Lavender falls in the sweet, floral and herbal categories.
Lavender true – is one of the most popular and versatile essential oils and is a must have in the laundry. It’s used in most skincare products. There are 47 different known strands available! The flowers and leaves are used as a medicine.
Today, Lavender is still used to relieve depression, has detoxifying, antispasmodic, analgesic, hypotensive and can have a sedative effect. In aromatherapy and other essential oil practices it is applied to relieve inflammation. Some studies have shown that Lavender has an anti-anxiety effect but extensive studies have not been done with essential oils yes. We know that science is paying attention to them now.
Lavender can be used in an essential oil diffuser, applied topically in a carrier oil, or taken in capsule form. However, it is important to use lavender safely. Inhaling pure lavender oil can lead to nausea and headaches, so it is important to use it in small amounts. It is also important to use lavender oil that is 100% pure and free of additives – like ours.
Lavender – Lavandula Angustifolia – is also used to help heal minor burns and bug bites. It may even help with digestive problems. As mentioned before, it is often applied to relieve pain from headaches, sprains, toothaches, and sores. It can also be used to prevent hair loss.
Let’s summarise.
Therapeutic Properties:
anthelmintic, antibacterial, antidepressant, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, antivenomous,
calmative, cicatrizing, cytophylactic, sedative, soporific, spasmolytic, vulnerary, antiseptic, antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, antispasmodic, analgesic, hypotensive.
Therapeutic Uses:
Inflammatory conditions, skin infection, wounds, cuts, grazes, rashes, itching, stress-related eczema, nervous psoriasis, sunburn, burns, prevent hair loss, toothache, muscular spasm, muscular contraction, abdominal cramp, headache, migraine, insomnia, nervousness and related conditions, acne, pimples, insect bites, stress, tension, anxiety, tension, panic; insect deterrent.
Have a look at Lavender Essential Oil Numerology.
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The information on this blog is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as advice, diagnosis or implied treatment. Please consult a professional should you experience discomfort or dis-ease. Our products are used by our customers to support the body’s innate ability to heal itself, using fragrance that promotes feelings of well-being and a healthy, positive mindset.