The Essentials in Bath & Body "

Wonderful Benefits of Lavender

Lavender is antibacterial, anticonvulsive, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, antiviral, anticoagulant, carminative, cordial, deodorant, decongestant, diuretic, hypotensive, insecticidal, parasiticidal, restorative, sedative, tonic, vermifugal, and vulnerary.

Good for the mind, body & soul

Lavender helps support a calm composure and reduces irritability, apprehension, stress, nervous tension, insomnia, nightmares, and is generally balancing to the psyche as well as the body.

Relax by placing a few drops of lavender oil on a handkerchief or tissue and then sniffing it throughout the day. Or, inhale its vapors by placing lavender in an oil burner for both calming and stimulating effects.

Relax in a scented and antiseptic bath by wrapping sprigs of lavender in muslin or cheesecloth and letting the bath water run over it as it fills your tub. If you don’t have sprigs of lavender, try adding a couple of drops of lavender essential oil.

Common uses

Throughout history, lavender oil has been prized for its impressive healing properties. Its strong cleansing and germicidal effects make it valuable in the treatment of skin disorders and injuries. It was even used on the battle fields of World Wars I and II to prevent infection and relieve pain when other medical supplies were scarce.

Lavender works well in the treatment of acne, eczema, dermatitis, fungus, burns and wounds. It makes a refreshing astringent as well as an effective skin moisturizer. It can alleviate aches, pains and swelling from arthritis, injury, headache, and other maladies. Lavender can also alleviate motion sickness.