Description
Lavender oil is a popular essential oil that is used for a variety of purposes, including aromatherapy, massage, and skin care. Lavender is also an adaptogen, meaning it has properties that can help to balance out the body's natural response to stress. Lavender is sourced from Bulgaria. The oil comes in a variety of sizes and packaging options, including an amber glass with a HDPE plastic cap and dropper insert.
Lavender oil is arguably the world's most popular essential oil. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and an astringent. It is effective on minor skin irritations, mild acne and burns as its antiseptic properties help to speed the healing process. And the scent of lavender is both relaxing and uplifting and offers relief for depression. It is often used to calm anxiety and can help with insomnia. Lavender is a favourite in aromatherapy for these reasons.
Lavender is also an adaptogen essential oil.
Why we love it: lavender is one of the most versatile essential oils available and should be a staple in every home. It has a soothing fragrance and many beneficial skin and therapy properties.
Further reading: Lavender, The Queen Of The Oils
Sizes: 10ml, 20ml, 30ml (with pipette top), 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L.
LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL USES & BENEFITS
Make your own lavender products: bath salts and soaps, candles, face care products and natural home cleaning products
Lavender is one of the most widely used essential oils in aromatherapy
Lavender can help ease anxiety, and is relaxing, calming and uplifting
Lavender can aid restful sleep and help with insomnia
Lavender is an adaptogen essential oil
Lavender has antiseptic and antibacterial properties
Lavender is anti inflammatory and an astringent, and can help with acne, irritation and problem skin
HOW TO USE LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL
Add to your burner or diffuser: 3-6 drops.
Add to your humidifier: 5-8 drops, or as desired.
Steam inhaling: Add 2-3 drops of essential oil to a bowl or basin of steaming water. Place a towel over your head to capture the steam. Close your eyes, lean over the bowl and inhale until the steam cools. Do not lean too close to the steam or you may burn yourself. Children to only inhale with adult supervision, and may require less essential oil.
Blend a few drops with 10ml carrier oil to use as a massage oil.
Add 1-2 drops to a carrier oil or your favourite moisturiser and then apply to face and skin.
You can add a few drops to wet towel and apply as a cold compress to soothe any specific area of the body.
LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL INGREDIENTS
100% pure lavender essential oil (Lavandula angustifolia),
Country of Origin:South Africa
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