Oil of the Week: Lavender

Every week I will attempt to showcase a oil that I am using a lot, is new to me, or just because I darn right feel like it! I think oil education is so important, and I would love to share the knowledge, and my personal opinion/experience with a certain oil.

This week, I would like to introduce to you...

Lavender

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; it is widely used for its calming and relaxing qualities which continue to be Lavender’s most notable qualities. 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 promote 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.

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.

Primary Benefits

Soothes occasional skin irritations

Taken internally, Lavender reduces anxious feeling and promotes peaceful sleep*

Helps ease feelings of tension.*

Aromatic Description

Powdery, floral, light

Collection Method

Steam Distillation

Plant Part

Flower

Main Constituents

Linalool, linalyl acetate

My favorite way to use?

I love lavender for skin irritations, but also learned this cool trick below!




 And for those who enjoy a video... here is Lavender in a nutshell!

My favorite way to buy?

A wholesale membership! Start your membership here.

Or email me at joannarakoski@gmail.com for more information.