Lavender

Code 3575 15 ml  Retail $25.66 or/ Pref. Cust $22.58 or/ $ Wholesale $19.50

 Lavandula angustifolia
Therapeutic grade "A" Lavender is the most versatile of all essential oils and can be added to any other essential oil or essential oil “blend”.   Literally, and entire book had been written on this one oil, Aroma: Lavender published by Alchemical Garden.  Today, Lavender is one of the few essential oils to still be listed in the British Pharmacopoeia. 
 

Studies in the past have unambiguously demonstrated that Lavender has many diverse essential oil components that are anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anticonvulsant, anti-tumoral, analgesic, antiseptic, and anti-depressant as a natural sedative.   A study most relevant for aromatherapy was published in 1987, in the German language, by R. Deininger and A. Lembke.  It was presented again in 1995 in San Francisco and can be found, in the English language, in the Proceedings of the 1^st Wholistic Aromatherapy Conference, San Francisco (1995).

Lavender is widely known for its treatment of burns.  This is not for treating extensive or deep burns, but a response for everyday first and second-degree burns occurring in the home.  It is also used to sooth a sun-burned skin, especially on small children.  It is excellent to place on surgical scare, the sooner the better to reduce scarring scarring (Helichrysum would be an excellent first choice!).  Another complementary oil for treating burns is Melaleuca alternifolia or the blended oil of Melrose.   Combing lavender with the Melaleuca is a good idea because it creates an wonderful synergistic  effect.

Lavender is also useful when the necessity to be calm and relaxed prevails.  Lavender contains chemical components of sedative properties.   This makes it great to use at bedtime to promote a restful sleep.  This oil, along with “Peace and Calming” makes for a wonderful natural remedy for restless-leg syndrome.  Our therapeutic-grade Lavandula angustifolia is an approved dietary supplement, so adding one drop of our lavender to a cup of Chamomile tea  creates a wonderful sleep aid.  In addition, 5-drops of Lavandula angustifloia and a teaspoon of V-6 Mixing Oil (or any vegetable oil, or coconut oil is wonderful) for a local massage provides well-being and relaxation.   If time does not allow for a full body massage, do your own neck and shoulders!

Lavender plays a complementary role for respiratory problems.   When combined with other infection fighting oils it can aid in the relief of cough spasms, chest pain or wheezing.  Try adding it to Melaleuca alternifolia or Ravensara - - - or tweaking Lavender into our blended oils of R.C. or Raven.  Lavender with the Eucalyptus oils quickly opens up sinus passages and helps tremendously during hay-fever season.  

Lavender also plays another complementary role for inflammation problems.  Try adding lavender to peppermint oil and massaging it into painful joints and muscles.  Adding one drop of lavender and one drop of ginger to a cup of tea may also be helpful.  A lavender, clove and wintergreen body massage or on painful body areas can be very effective.

Lavender is an excellent First Aid or travel companion because it is so versatile and a natural antiseptic. Use it to cleanse cuts and wounds.  It is ideal for daily skin and hair care.  Lavender has positive effects on the Cardiovascular System, Muscles and Bones and the Nervous System.  It is safe for use on small children and animals.

Lavender is on of the seven oils inside the Essential 7 Kit

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