Lavender Essential Oil

Description

100% Pure Lavender Essential Oil

Botanical Name: lavandula angustifolia

Uses of Lavender Essential Oil

• Use a few drops of Lavender on your pillow at night before bed to calm the mind.
• Diffuse to improve the scent of a room and encourage mental relaxation.
• Try adding a few drops to your AC filter for a fresh, floral scent in your home.
• Apply a few drops to a burn or insect bite to reduce appearance of redness and discomfort.

This oil is sourced from

France

Physical Description

Lavender essential oil is pale yellow in color while the absolute oil process captures the color constituents of the flowers, making it deep green-blue in color.

Aromatic Description

Lavender essential oil has a refreshing, slightly medicinal scent that is softened by earthy, floral sweetness.

Biological Makeup and Components

Linalyl acetate (up to 40%), linalol (40%), lavandulol, lavandulyl acetate, terpineol, cineol, limonene, ocimene, caryophyllene. Components vary according to source. High altitudes tend to produce higher ester content.

Extraction Technique

Lavender  oil is extracted by steam distillation of the fresh, flowering tops of the plant.

Information for Aromatherapists

Lavender essential oil is a middle note and blends well with most oils, like citrus and florals. We recommend the following oils: Cedarwood, Clove, Clary Sage, Pine, Geranium, Vetiver and Patchouli.

Cautions

• Lavender  is non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing and safe for all skin types.
• For external use only, do not ingest.
• This oil is safe for infants, however always consult a doctor before using.
• Avoid direct contact with eyes.
• Always keep essential oils out of reach of children.
• Keep this oil tightly closed and in room temperature or a cooler spot.