Lavender essential oils derived from Lavandula angustifolia
(large wild lavender plants) are frequently and incorrectly interchanged with
true lavender essential oil cultivated from Lavandula officinalis. Lavandula officinalis is a smaller plant that
grows in the Mediterranean Alps making it harder to cultivate and thus very
expensive to produce. The lavender
essential oils you purchase for personal use will most likely be oils of
Lavandula angustifolia. Essential oils
derived from Lavandula officinalis will most like be found in specialty massage
spas or in a professional aromatherapist’s office.
It is no wonder that lavender is by far the most popular and
widely used essential oil in aromatherapy.
Its therapeutic properties range from antidepressant, antiseptic and
analgesic to decongestant, deodorant and sedative.
Health
Use Ideas
- Lavender oil has a cooling effect. Applying a few drops to minor burns can provide immediate relief of the burning sensation in addition to accelerating the healing process.
- The sedative properties of Lavender make it a wonderful natural remedy for insomnia sufferers. Just place a few drops of lavender oil to your pillow to help induce sleep.
- The calming effects of Lavender help to relieve stress. Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a tissue and hold a few inches from your nose and inhale.
- Lavender is naturally antiseptic. Diffuse lavender into enclosed spaces to prevent the spread of germs.
Beauty
Use Ideas
- Hydrate your skin with lavender floral water to reduce redness and blotching. To make floral water add 2 drops essential oil to one ounce spring water.
- Add several drops of lavender to shampoo to help control oily hair.
- Reduce bad breath by rinsing your mouth with a cup of water
Lavender
essential oil is definitely a staple essential oil to have for all aromatherapy
enthusiasts.
References
Funk &
Wagnall Encyclopedia
“The
Aromatherapy Bible” by Gill Farrer-Halls
“The A-Z
Guide to Healing with Essential Oils” by Shelagh Ryan Masline and Barbara Close
Lavender essential oil is definitely a staple essential oil for all aromatherapy enthusiasts. You don't have to have the essential oil on hand to experience the wonder of the aroma of lavender. Try these lavender products from www.aromatherapysoothers.com:
References
Funk & Wagnall Encyclopedia
“The Aromatherapy Bible” by Gill Farrer-Halls
“The A-Z Guide to Healing with Essential Oils” by Shelagh Ryan Masline and Barbara Close
NOTICE - Information in this post are for informational purposes only. This information should not be used in place of medical advice.
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