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Lavender essential oil

Lavender essential oil is extracted from the stock of Lavandula angustifolia mill, from fresh flowers and branchlets. The main supply of the stock is clonal lavender, which is propagated by cuttings.

Identification:
Lavender essential oil is an extract which presents as a pale-yellow mobile liquid, with a characteristic fresh floral odour. The active component(s) in a typical oil sample are Linalool (20–52%), Linalyl acetate (10–25%), Camphor (6–9%) and others.

lavender essential oil bottledIndications (benefits from use of product):
Lavender essential oil is a herbal extract/product . Volatile oil from Lavandula angustifolia is a natural remedy for various diseases for centuries. It has antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, and immuno-stimulating action. The linalyl acetate in lavender essential oil has sedative and calming properties, while the linalool fraction confers antibacterial, antispasmodic, anxiolytic, anti-insomnia, and antioxidant properties of lavender. Further, due to lavender essential oil’s antioxidant properties, it’s potentially effective for improved brain function, reducing brain oxidative stress and improving cognitive impairment. It can be useful to reduce skin conditions, from canker sores to allergic reactions, acne, and age spots.

How to Use:

Massage and Spa therapy: Lavender essential oil is used in aromatherapy. The oil promotes relaxation and helps to treat anxiety, fungal infections, allergies, depression, insomnia, eczema, nausea, and menstrual cramps. Combined with other essential oils such as rosemary, lavender has been credited for supporting hair growth and mitigating the effects of alopecia (hair fall) when massaged in the scalp daily. Carrier oils are vegetable oils which reduce help the oil get into the skin, reducing the concentration without reducing potency. For every 15-30 drops of essential oil, use at least 10ml of carrier oil (Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil are excellent local options of carrier oils). Blend with carrier oil of choice prior to massage to minimize any skin sensitivity.

Inhalation: Breathing in the scent of lavender essential oil or applying lavender essential oil to the skin transmits messages to the limbic system, a brain region known to influence the nervous system and help regulate emotion. Add six to eight drops to hot water in a bucket and use as a facial steam. Alternatively, add two to three drops in handkerchief, place over nose and inhale.

Skin rubs: Use for tension headaches caused by muscle contractions, and many allergic reactions. A blend of lavender and peppermint essential oils provides relief. Dab a couple drops of your oil mixture onto your fingers and massage it onto your temples, the back of your neck, your shoulders, and your chest area.

Using a Diffuser/Humidifier: Use three to four drops in diffuser of choice with 100ml of clean water to generate the vapour. You can diffuse Lavender essential oil in the bedroom or living areas to relieve allergies and enhance sleep quality.

Other Uses

Flavorant for foods and beverages: Lavender essential oil can enhance flavours of cakes, puddings, muffins, teas and even salad dressings. It’s completely edible, but only use high-quality, 100% pure grade oil. Add 1–2 drops to your recipes for a surprising flavour booster.

Cosmetic and Perfumery use: An essential ingredient, providing a middle note/floral scent in perfumery, cosmetic products to relieve skin conditions listed above.

Antiseptic: For use on wounds, cuts, burns, bites, stings, and sores, especially more likely to have better efficacy when blended with either of clove, cinnamon, or tea tree oils.


lavender essential oil bottled

lavender essential oil bottled

lavender essential oil bottled

Side effects and management in event of misuse/ingestion:

Lavender essential oil is generally well tolerated. In rare circumstances it can cause allergic reactions for users with skin sensitivity.

Wilful misuse of Lavender essential oil can take the form of oral ingestion or use of undiluted concentrate in excess proportions. In both instances, decontamination will be necessary, and in the case of oral ingestion and allergic reaction, seek the help of a trained medical practitioner.

Additional information:

Find our products packaged in durable aluminum cans, amber bottles with droppers and drippers. Alternative packaging and seals will be specified as they become available.

Essential oils are volatile and lose their potency when exposed for long periods to oxygen and direct sunlight. Store the oil in its original sealed container, in a cool and dark space.

Before Use:

Lavender essential oil can be highly toxic when ingested. Small ingestions of pure oil (≥1mL) can lead to severe symptoms. Do not ingest or apply through oral ingestion. Always seek a competent prescription from a trained practitioner, or as part of a culinary preparation. Seek medical guidance if you are pregnant or a nursing mother.

Use the essential oil on external surfaces of the body. It should be diluted; using the oil directly or in high concentrations can cause skin irritation. Lavender oil must never be used near the eyes, inner ears, or on any other sensitive areas of skin.

The oil is generally safe for use on adult skin but should never be applied to the face of infants. Individuals who suffer from allergic sensitivities could potentially experience skin irritations with the use of Lavender oil. This can be uncomfortable, and potentially dangerous in higher exposure amounts.

Shelf-life Information

We are confident that the product will remain effective if you store properly. Keep pure essential oils in their primary bottle/container, away from direct sunlight, and excessive heat. Do not leave the bottle opened to prevent exposure to oxygen.

Your essential oil is viable for 36 months (3 years) *** and more.

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