Before starting to use essential oils there is some information you should know. The most important one to start with, is the safety when using it different ways. If you are purchasing essential oils from other companies please follow their recommendations as not all oils are made the same. Visit Safety Guide & Ways to Use Essential Oils for more information.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) has a fresh, sweet, floral, herbaceous aroma that is soothing and refreshing. Because it is the most versatile of all essential oils, no home should be without it. Lavender is an adaptogen, and therefore can assist the body when adapting to stress or imbalances. It is a great aid for relaxing and winding down before bedtime, yet has balancing properties that can also boost stamina and energy. Therapeutic-grade lavender is highly regarded for skin and beauty. It may be used to soothe and cleanse common cuts, bruises, and skin irritations. The French scientist René Gattefossé was among the first to discover these properties when he was severely burned in a laboratory explosion. Lavender may also be used to enhance the flavor of foods. Lavender has an approximate ORAC of 3,669 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter.
How To Use:
Diffuse or inhale directly for aromatherapy. Apply topically to skin irritations, cuts, or wherever desired.
Diffuse or inhale directly for aromatherapy. Apply topically to skin irritations, cuts, or wherever desired.
Primary Benefits:
Supports normal sleep
Cleanses skin irritations
Soothes and relaxes the mind and body
Eases bodily tension and stress
Cleanses cuts, bruises and, skin irritations
Supports normal sleep
Cleanses skin irritations
Soothes and relaxes the mind and body
Eases bodily tension and stress
Cleanses cuts, bruises and, skin irritations
Tips of how to use Lavender essential oil from Young Living product management team and YL distributors:
Skin
- Rub on affected areas of the skin.
- Combine several drops with 1 oz. of water, and mist on face with misting spray bottle for skin rejuvination.
- Drop Lavender oil on a cut to speed up the healing process.
- Put a drop of Lavender oil on a bee sting or insect bite to help releave the effects.
- Rub Lavender oil on the feet for a calming effect on
the body.
- Diffuse or inhale lavender essential oil to calm your mind, body, and spirit after a hard day’s work.
- Add 4–5 drops of lavender essential oil to a bath and use in warm bath for relaxation.
- Rub Lavender oil on dry or chapped skin.
- Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a cotton ball and place in your linen closet to scent the linens and repel moths and insects.
- Rub 2 - 4 drops of Lavender oil over the armpit area to act as a deodorant.
- Place a drop of Lavender oil in your water fountain to scent the air, kill bacteria and prolong the time between cleanings.
- Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a wet cloth and throw into the dryer, which will deodorize and freshen your laundry.
- To alleviate the symptoms of motion sickness, place a drop of
Lavender oil on the end of the tongue or around the naval or behind the ears.
- Rub a drop of Lavender oil on your palms and smooth on your pillow to help you sleep.
- Rub a drop of Lavender oil on chapped or sunburned lips.
- Spritz several drops of Lavender oil mixed with distilled water on a sunburn to decrease pain
- Mix 5drops of lavender, 1 oz of virgin coconut oil, 1 oz of Aloe Vera and apply
Cautions
Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use.
Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use.