Lavender is a Universal Oil because it does so much!
Can you remember the first time you smelled Lavender? I think my first experience of inhaling lavender was through a home-made eye pillow that was given to me as a gift. It was heavenly. French lavender has always been one of my favorite scents and it’s one of those oils that everyone has heard of or smelled at some point in their life. When people hear the word aromatherapy, they think of Lavender right away. It’s calming, soothing, reassuring, blissful!
When I started learning more about essential oils, I discovered that Lavender has properties which may aid the body in many ways. I was astounded! This is one amazing plant essence.
The scientific name for Lavender is Lavandula augustifolia. It is steam distilled from flower tops. Its scent is floral, sweet, herbaceous, balsamic and has woody undertones.
The body systems affected by Lavender are the cardiovascular system, emotional balance, the nervous system and the skin – the body’s largest organ.
Consider Lavender for…
- Widely used for its calming and relaxing qualities.
- Soothes occasional skin irritations.
- Reduces appearance of skin imperfections.
- Helps to ease feelings of tension.*
- Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding or bottoms of feet for a restful night’s sleep.
- Freshen your linen closet, mattress, car or the air with a light mist of Lavender combined with water in a spray bottle.
- Add to bath water to soak away stress or apply to the temples and the back of the neck.
- Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods and desserts.
- Take internally to reduce anxious feelings.*
- Take internally for a peaceful sleep.*
- May help to support a healthy immune system when taken internally.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
I like to keep a bottle of Lavender in the shower and place a couple of drops behind my knees. It makes the shower smell nice and it’s soothing to my mind. This is also a great oil to diffuse into the air to make it smell pretty!
Essential oils typically have two benefits; physical and emotional. Let’s look at the emotional side of Lavender.
Lavender promotes consciousness, health, love, peace and a general sense of well-being. It also nurtures creativity. Known as The Oil of Communication, Lavender aids in opening the 4th Chakra which is the energy center associated with verbal expression. It calms the insecurities felt when one risks their true thoughts and feelings and addresses a deep fear of being seen and heard.
Individuals in need of lavender hide within, blocking all forms of true self-expression. This fragrant oil supports in releasing the tension and constriction that stems from fear of expressing one’s Self. Lavender encourages emotional honesty and insists that one speak their innermost thoughts and desires. As individuals learn to communicate their deepest thoughts and feelings, they are liberated from their self-inflicted prison. It is through open and honest communication that an individual experiences unconditional love and acceptance. Through Lavender’s courageous spirit, one is free to share their true self with others. Emotions addressed: blocked communication, fear of rejection, feeling unseen or unheard, constricted, tension, emotional dishonesty hiding, fear of self-discosure.
Lavender blends with most oils – especially citrus oils; also with clary sage and geranium.
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