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Lavender Essential Oil ~ Lavendula angustifolia

Plant/ part ~ Shrub/Flowers  •  Extraction ~ Distillation of flowers

Precaution ~ Not during early months of pregnancy or w/low blood pressure.

Useful as an antiseptic aiding insect bites, cuts & sores; safe to use undiluted externally on the skin. In Aromatherapy: skin care products, throat gargles, baths, household & insecticide sprays, hair treatments, pet care, in sachets for closets.

It can ease anxiety & depression, works well with insomnia from its sedative & tension relieving properties. The nurturing qualities give support during times of panic & fear by acting on the central nervous system so also effective with bipolar disorder.

Physically is an effective analgesic for headaches, muscles aches & pains, strains, sprains, soothing inflammation and burns. The sedative actions on the heart can assist in lowering high blood pressure. Easing menstrual cramps & increasing scanty periods is why it needs to be avoided during early pregnancy. Excellent for healing skin problems: balancing sebum, reducing scaring & inflammation, helpful in cases of acne, boils & cysts. Improves skin appearance by its ability to increases skin cell growth. Lavender works on the aura bringing connectedness to Spirit. Plant a shrub & enjoy it daily.

 

Sources:The Fragrant Heavens, Valerie Worwood & The directory of Essential Oils, Wanda Sellar

Contact: Essential Spirit Healing Arts - 805.583.5727 or www.essentialspirit.net

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