Lavender

🌿 Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)

 

General Description:

 

One of the most popular and versatile oils in aromatherapy, lavender is known for its floral, gentle, and calming scent. It is considered a true all-rounder for physical, emotional, and energetic care and can be safely used by most people.

 

Main Therapeutic Properties:

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• Natural calming and sedative

• Anxiolytic and emotional balancer

• Analgesic and anti-inflammatory

• Skin healing and regenerating

• Muscle relaxant

• Sleep inducer

 

Indications for Use:

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• Emotional: for states of anxiety, stress, irritability, and insomnia

• Physical: in cases of muscle pain, cramps, mild burns, insect bites, and minor skin injuries

• Aesthetic: for sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin

• Energetic: excellent for harmonizing spaces and promoting a sense of inner peace

 

Most Common Uses:

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• Room aromatization (in diffusers or sprays)

• Relaxing baths and foot soaks

• Compresses and massages (always diluted in a carrier oil)

• Add 1 drop to the pillow to aid sleep

• Direct inhalation or use in an aromatherapy necklace

 

Contraindications and Precautions:

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• May cause drowsiness if overused during the day

• Although one of the safest oils, pregnant women in the first trimester should consult a professional before use

• Topical use should be diluted to avoid irritation on very sensitive skin

• Not recommended for continuous use in prepubescent boys, as some studies suggest potential hormonal activity in rare cases

 

Curiosities:

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• It was widely used in Ancient Rome to scent bathwater and bed linens

• The name “lavender” comes from the Latin lavare, meaning “to wash,” reflecting its traditional use in purification and cleansing.