Virtues of LAVENDER

Author: Priscilla Proberts   Date Posted:27 November 2017 

Lavender has many virtues. Calming and relaxing, lavender works naturally.

Virtues of LAVENDER

Lavender has many virtues.

Calming and relaxing, lavender works naturally directly on our nervous system, without unwanted side effects and can be safely used on adult and children**. 

The most renowned type of lavender, which has been widely used since antique times, is the Lavandula Flower (angustifolia or officinalis). The Lavandula Flower works especially well for people with sleeping disorder, people who suffer from stress, headaches, anxiety and mood swings.

** Lavender Essential Oil is not suitable for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and children under the age of 3.

Did you know?

  • Lavender has also antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties which can help with breathing infections, cuts and bruises.

  • Lavender has healing properties which may help with skin conditions like burns and sunburns.

  • Lavender has anti-parasites virtues, and can be used to prevent nits and head-lice.

Aromatherapy.

  • Headaches: Massage 2 drops of Lavender Essential oil (can be diluted in a vegetable oil) on your temples.

  • Anxiety: Massage 2 drops of Lavender Essential oil (can be diluted in a vegetable oil) on your solar plexus.

  • Burns and sunburns: Run cold water (not too cold) on affected area for 15min. Dry the skin, then apply 2 drops of lavender Essential oil (can be diluted in aloe vera). Repeat 3 times a day.

  • Calm and relaxation: Use 4 drops of Lavender Essential oil in a diffuser. 

  • Sleep and relaxation: Add 20 drops of Lavender Essential oil to a warm bath in the evening. Soak for 15 minutes.

*** Lavender Essential Oil is not suitable for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and children under the age of 3.

Infusion.

Make the most of the relaxing virtues of lavender by infusing 2 tea spoons of dried lavender flower in a cup of boiling water for 7 min. Then drink.
 

Sachets.

To keep your laundry and clothes fresh, free of mites and smelling lovely, put small sachets of dried lavender flowers in your wardrobes and draws.