Lavender essential oil is not only perfect for aromatherapy, but can be used for so much more. It is uplifting, calming, and fragrant and can be used to help with sleep, relaxation, headaches, and much more! Lavender blooms from late June to the end of August in the many fields of the Provence region in France. Nicknamed ‘Blue Gold’, Lavender oil is sought after by the world’s greatest perfumeries.
Apart from the mood-enhancing and soothing properties, lavender essential oil is a great addition to beauty & skincare routines. Lavender essential oil is packed with antioxidants and vitamins (such as Vitamin A and E). Vitamin A, is also called retinol, and is well-known for preventing signs of aging since it protects the skin from destructive free-radicals. It also helps with cell renewal, which provides utlra-soft skin after every use. Vitamin E is also excellent when it comes to protecting the skin from sun damage – it’s also found in lavender essential oil. Additionally, vitamin E acts as an emollient, which basically keeps the skin hydrated and moisturized. It calms itchy skin and functions as a natural anti-inflammatory to help reduce redness, swelling, and dryness of the skin.
Aromatherapy:
One of the top benefits of lavender essential oil is definitely its mood-boosting abilities. Add 8 to 10 drops in a diffuser or burner for the ultimate aromatherapy session.
Goodbye stress & anxiety:
Lavender essential oil is a go-to natural choice for reducing stress and anxiety. Many studies have shown that Lavender Essential oil carries potent anxiety-reducing, mood-enhancing and pain-relieving properties. It does so by reducing the levels of cortisol in the body (aka the stress hormones). To reduce stress, simply add a few drops of Lavender essential oil to your diffuser or oil burner to relax and unwind after a long day – or optimally, by your bed before sleeping. You can also apply the Lavender Essential Oil topically for the same benefits, but make sure to do a patch test before to ensure there are no allergic reactions.
A good night sleep:
Thanks to its stress-relieving qualities, Lavender Essential Oil is excellent when it comes to promoting faster and deeper sleep. You can diffuse Lavender Essential Oil in your room before sleeping or apply a few drops to your temples or behind your ears – or even use it as a pillow mist to have the best sleep of your life!
Relax and unwind:
Lavender Essential Oil has been used for many years to promote relaxation and peace of mind. To get the best relaxation benefits, simply add a few drops to a hot bath or add it to your body lotion or massage oil for the ultimate aromatherapy massage. The smell of Lavender will instantly relax you and create an air of serenity.
Fussy babies:
Did you know? Even babies can reap the benefits of Lavender Essential Oil! You can dilute and diffuse some Lavender drops in your baby’s room to help them calm down and sleep better – you can even add a few drops of Lavender Oil to a carrier oil such as Argan Oil or Sweet Almond Oil to give them a baby massage. These oils are natural and are safe to use on delicate baby skin.
Hair growth goals:
Aside from relaxation and aromatherapy, Lavender Essential Oil has been used by many generations to stimulate hair growth. It does so by improving blood flow to the hair follicles, it also prevents infections and controls dandruff which gives you a healthier scalp. You can add a few drops to your shampoo, conditioner, or even make a hair oil using a carrier oil of your choice with a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil.
Beards need it too:
There’s a growing trend when it comes to beard care and beard oils – and there’s no better oil than Lavender when it comes to stimulating beard hair growth and keeping the skin underneath healthy. Lavender Essential Oil helps soothe the skin and controls acne breakouts thanks to its anti-microbial properties. You can simply dilute a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil in a carrier oil of your choice and gently massage it onto your beard.
Acne of the past:
Lavender Essential oil is a great choice when it comes to choosing an oil that regulates sebum production and fights acne-causing bacteria. It also helps heal the skin barrier faster and keeps it hydrated and protected, all the while reducing redness and any swelling that may be present.
Keep aging at bay:
We all know that anti-oxidants are essential to keeping our skin youthful. Luckily, Lavender Essential oil is packed with them! Incorporate those beautiful anti-oxidants in your skincare routine by adding a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil to your daily moisturizer or face oil.
Post-workout pain relief:
Thanks to Lavender oil’s anti-inflammatory properties, you can add it to a massage oil and massage any sore muscles after a good workout or yoga session. This will help ease any pains – including joint pains.
Headaches:
Before reaching out to your medicine cabinet, try rubbing some Lavender Essential Oil to your temples. This will help alleviate any migraine or headache you may be experiencing.
Cuts & wounds:
Lavender Essential Oil should be a staple in your first-aid kit. Since it has anti-bacterial and healing properties, it can help speed up wounds healing, along with any cuts or even insect bites. It can also reduce the appearance of scarring since it stimulates the regeneration of skin cells.
Ditch the chemicals:
Lavender Essential oil’s anti-septic properties make it an ideal choice for those looking to switch from harmful household chemicals to more natural alternatives. You can use it to clean surfaces around the house or spray it to kill any bacteria in the air.
Laundry:
You can add a few drops of lavender essential oil to your washing machine or when drying your clothes to make them smell beyond wonderful!
