Lavender Essential Oil

7 Oct

Written By Yasmine ElGhamrawy

Latin Name: Lavandula angustifolia

Chemistry: Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, B-Caryophyllene.

Aroma: Sweet, floral, fresh.

Good for: Immune stimulant, Central nervous system sedative, Anti-inflammatory

Energetics: Balancing, healing, soothing and nurturing. Invokes a state of tranquillity and calm.

Traditional use: One of the most versatile essential oils and plants. Its use as an analgesic has been well documented over the years and is one of the most studied essential oils.

Lavender bee — **Lavender varieties**

There are over 450 varieties of lavender from over 45 different species. Angustifolia, latifolia (Spike) and x intermedia (Lavandin) are the most commonly used for aromatherapy. Each with its unique chemical constituents and therapeutic properties.

The aroma of lavender is very easily recognised and can be pretty divisive. However, when well blended with other essential oils, it is surprising how many who would previously not tolerate it on their end up loving blends with lavender as a part of a synergy. It is an exceptional oil that can mix with others and bring out different scent notes depending on what it combines. Due to the numerous studies over the years of lavender and its chemical constituents, it is well known to help with issues like pain (1)inflammation (2)allergies (3)immune support (4)stress relief (5) and wound healing (6), among others.

For External Use only
Do not apply undiluted to skin
If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with a professional aromatherapist or your physician before use.
Keep away from children
Keep away from pets
Store in a cool, dark place.
Patch test before use
Keep away from mouth and eyes.
Mask Drops: Calm blend
Blended Drops: Calm blend , Rest Blend
Aroma Patch: Calm blend, ReBalance Blend
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REFERENCE

1- “The effect of lavender oil on stress, bispectral index values, and needle insertion pain in volunteers” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21854199/

2-” Lavender oil inhibits immediate-type allergic reaction in mice and rats” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10217323/

3-” Biological activities of Lavender essential oil” https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ptr.1103

4- “Effects of lavender aroma on sleep quality in healthy Japanese students” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22582680/

5- “Topical lavender oil for the treatment of recurrent aphthous ulceration” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22558691/

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