Lavender

Lavender is often considered a must-have oil to keep on hand at all times due to its versatile uses, including calming and relaxing properties that promote peaceful sleep and ease feelings of tension.

Description

Lavender has been used and cherished for centuries for its unmistakable aroma and myriad benefits. In ancient times, the Egyptians and Romans used Lavender for bathing, relaxation, cooking, and as a perfume. Its calming and relaxing qualities, when taken internally, continue to be Lavender’s most notable attributes. Applied topically, Lavender is frequently used to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. Add to bath water to soak away stress or apply to the temples and the back of the neck. Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet to relax and prepare for a restful night’s sleep. Due to Lavender’s versatile properties, it is considered the must-have oil to have on hand at all times.

Primary Benefits

• Soothes occasional skin irritations
• Taken internally, Lavender reduces anxious feelings and promotes peaceful sleep
• Helps ease feelings of tension

Uses

• Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet at bedtime
• Keep a bottle of Lavender on hand to soothe occasional skin irritations
• Freshen your linen closet, mattress, car, or the air by combining Lavender with water in a spray bottle
• Take internally to reduce anxious feelings
• Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods, and desserts

Directions for Use

Aromatic: Use 3-4 drops in a diffuser.
Internal: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical: Apply one to two drops to desired area. May dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.

Plant Part

Flower

Extraction Method

Steam distillation

Aromatic Description

Powdery, floral, light