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Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia)
Botanical Family: Lamiacae or Labiatae (mint)
Plant Origin: Utah, Idaho, France
Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the flowering top
(Source: ”Chapter 4, Single Oils.” Essential Oils Pocket Reference. Comp. Gary Young. 5th ed. N.p.: Life Science, n.d. 77-78. Print.)
Harvest day at the Young Living Lavender farm.
How is it used?
- Lavender is one of few essential oils that can be applied “neat”, or without being diluted by a carrier oil.
- Diffuse for relaxation a reduction in feelings of stress and a general sense of well being.
- Apply to the bottoms of the feet before bed for restful sleep (especially for children).
- Diffuse with lemon and peppermint for seasonal respiratory support.
- Rubbing diluted lavender on the big toe, temples and back of the neck may be effective in reducing tension.
- May be used as first aid for minor burns and scrapes.
- May increase concentration when inhaled.
- Add a drop to mascara tubes to extend the life of the product.
- Add a drop to night time moisturizer to combat excess oil production and acne.
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This is part of a series about the Everyday Oils collection that comes in Young Living’s Premium Starter Kit. Get started with essential oils here.
Read about the rest of the Starter Kit Oils:
- Frankincense
- Peppermint
- Lavender
- Lemon
- Thieves
- R.C.
- DiGize
- Copaiba
- Panaway
- Purification
Disclaimer: None of the statements in this post have been evaluated by the FDA.
Furthermore, none of the statements in this post should be construed as dispensing medical advice, or making claims regarding the cure of diseases.
Around the web:
- Lavender Linen Spray
- Calming Lavender-Magnesium Scrub
- Lavender-Chamomile Baby Wipe Solution Bits
- Face Mask
- Acne Treatment Spray
- Sleepytime Spray
- Coconut-Lavender Lip Balm
- All-purpose Cleaner
- Healthy Body Butter Recipe
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