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Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender is one of the most versatile essential oils. It is referred to as the “Swiss Army Knife” or the "everything oil".  I mentioned Lavender in my Essential Oils and the Spring Season, so I want to provide a little more information on the oil. I personally use it almost every night to support great sleep and keep a calm mind. I will diffuse it before bed and I have also created a lotion with coconut oil and will rub it under my nose when I get into bed. It has worked very well for me for both falling asleep and an overall better night's rest. Below I've listed just a few of the most common uses for the oil.

Calming
Diffuse 1-2 drops of lavender oil.  Rub 2-3 drops of lavender oil in your cupped palms, then use the inhalation method to calm the mind.   Rub on the feet, temples, wrists (or anywhere) for an immediate calming effect on the body.

Sinuses
Rub a drop of lavender oil between your palms and inhale deeply to help keep your sinuses healthy. You can also do a "lavender swipe". Put a drop on your finger and swipe the inside of your cheek. This doesn't taste good, but it is effective.

Sleeping
Many people put a drop of lavender on their hands and spread on their pillow at night to help get a good night of rest. 

For healthy skin, put a drop of lavender on:
Bee sting / Insect bite
Minor burn
Cuts
Lips
Mix with melrose and coconut oil = great for keeping skin smooth and moist, especially in the winter


If you couldn't tell already, lavender is wonderful for the skin. Many people include it in their DIY face moisturizers or serums. I plan on making one soon that will include lavender, and will post the recipe.

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