Lavender oil is one of the most versatile and popular essential oils. The essential Lavender oil is collected by the process of distilling the tiny blue-violet flowers of the lavender plant. It can take over a hundred pounds of flowers to make one pound of lavender essential oil. Lavender flowers are harvested for distillation in the summertime, when the plant is in full bloom and the essential oil is at its peak quantity.
Lavender oil has been popular for thousands of years, and has long been used in the production of perfume and skin care products. It has many enduring features including the ability to quickly be absorbed by the skin. There are many potential uses for this oil; it is a powerful antiseptic and useful for many physical and emotional conditions. Because of it’s calming, fresh, and peaceful scent it is commonly used in aromatherapy. It is gentle on the skin so it can be used without dilution. Lavender oil has a unique aroma which is a perfect balance for both relaxing and uplifting. Lavender is extremely adaptable, mild, and gentle enough to use with adults all the way down to infants. Lavender essential oil with it’s pleasing aroma is a multi-purpose powerful oil that should be in every home.
Lavender oil is: diuretic, detoxifying, relaxant, restorative, sedative, anti-inflammatory, decongestant, relaxing, analgesic, antidepressant, refreshing, antibiotic, antimicrobial, antibacterial, healing, and antiseptic.
Use Lavender oil to:
1) improve relaxation and sleep better
2) soothe burns, cuts, scrapes, and other wounds
3) prevent and minimize scarring
4) dilute with a carrier oil and use for stress relief through massage
5) use as a fragrant bath oil for your health and relaxation
6) drive insects and mosquitoes away
7) use as a perfume
relieve headaches and migraines
9) reduce your blood pressure
10) treat insect bites
11) refresh tired feet, muscles, and head
12) restore body and mind to balance
13) help alleviate anxiety
14) relieve muscles aches
15) slow wrinkle formation
16) heal, rejuvenate, and moisturize aging and damaged skin
17) provide relief from sunburns
18) refresh, calm, and lift the spirits
19) treat problem skin conditions such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, and others
20) reduce insomnia
21) reduce and minimize hyperactivity
22) reduce inflammation and pain
23) help stop athlete’s foot
DISCLAIMER: The information in this article is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent. Anyone suffering from any disease, illness, or injury should consult a doctor. The suggested uses only apply to the use of Therapeutic Grade Young Living Essential Oils. APPLY ONLY TO THE USE OF THERAPEUTIC GRADE, YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS.
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