Lavender

Description

Lavender essential oil  is steam distilled from the flower of the lavender plant. Aromatically, Lavender has a powdery, floral, light scent.
"Lavender has been used and cherished for centuries for its unmistakable aroma and myriad benefits. In ancient times, the Egyptians and Romans used Lavender for bathing, relaxation, cooking, and as a perfume. Its calming and relaxing qualities, when taken internally, continue to be Lavender’s most notable attributes. Applied topically, Lavender is frequently used to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. Add to bath water to soak away stress or apply to the temples and the back of the neck. Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet to relax and prepare for a restful night’s sleep. Due to Lavender’s versatile properties, it is considered the must-have oil to have on hand at all times."

Top Uses

Always follow recommended dilution when applying. Use caution when taking internally.​

• Lavender is widely used for its calming and relaxing qualities.
• It soothes occasional skin irritations.
• Lavender reduces the appearance of skin imperfections.
• This essential oil helps to ease feelings of tension.*
• Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or the bottoms of feet to prepare for a restful night’s sleep.
• Freshen your linen closet, mattress, car, or the air with a light mist of Lavender combined with water in a spray bottle.
• Add Lavender to bath water to soak away stress, or apply it to the temples and the back of the neck.
• Use it in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods, and desserts.
• Take Lavender internally to reduce anxious feelings.*
• Take Lavender internally for a peaceful sleep.*
• Lavender makes a great addition to any hair treatment, shampoo, or conditioner. It can help keep the scalp looking clean and healthy.
• It helps to keep hair looking thick and healthy.
• It may support the heart and cardiovascular system.*
• It may also help to support healthy immune function and response during times of seasonal threats.*
• Lavender synergistically helps to soothe and calm the nervous system.*
• It can be particularly calming and support healthy moods during menstruation and menopause.
• Lavender promotes feelings of vitality.
• It can reduce anxious feelings, even when the ability to smell aromas has been lost.
• When diluted and massaged on the abdomen of infants or when added to bath water, Lavender can promote calming and soothing feelings.
• This essential oil evokes positive feelings of self-awareness.
• It is helpful to diffuse when trying to stay on task.
• Lavender subjectively improves work environments.
• It promotes feelings of clear breathing and open airways.

Emotional Aspects

Lavender is regarded as the "Oil of Communication & Calm." It may assist one with open communication, calm, expressive, emotional honesty, self-aware, and peace of mind. Lavender may also assist one in releasing blocked communication, fear of rejection, constricted, tense, racing thoughts, emotional dishonesty, hiding, fear of self-disclosure, feeling unseen, unheard, or unloved.

Main Constituents 

• Linalool
  
  • ​Calming and relaxing aroma surface cleansing properties
  • May support healthy immune system function and gastrointestinal health*
  • Soothes and calms nervous system*
• Linalyl acetate
  
  • ​Calming aroma
  • Surface cleansing properties
  • May support relaxation of smooth muscles*
  • Supports heart and cardiovascular health
  • Promotes gastrointestinal health and immune function*
  • Soothing and calming effects on the nervous system* 
• Ocimene
  
  • ​Surface cleansing properties
    

Blends Well With

• Clary Sage
• Frankincense
• Manuka
• Serenity: Restful Blend
• Spearmint
• Tangerine
• Wild Orange

Found In

• Anchor
• AromaTouch
• Calmer
• ClaryCalm
• Immortelle
• PastTense
• Peace
• Rescuer
• Serenity

Sourcing Information 

One of the main reasons I chose dōTERRA is because of where and how they source their essential oils. dōTERRA believes that plants produce the best chemical properties when they are grown and harvested in their native habitat. ​
dōTERRA sources Lavender from Bulgaria. Each batch of essential oils goes through the following battery of tests to ensure that they are pure, potent, effective oils worthy of the dōTERRA name:

• Organoleptic testing
• Microbial testing
• Gas chromatography
• Mass spectrometry
• Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Chirality testing
• Isotopic analysis
• Heavy metal testing

You can access the GC/MS reports of each batch of dōTERRA essential oils. These tests are done by an independent third party lab. Your unique Quality ID is located on the bottom of your bottle. Enter that ID at sourcetoyou.com to access the reports.

You can learn more about how dōTERRA sources Lavender essential oil in the videos below:​

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​* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Research Resources:

​doterra.com
The Essential Life
​Emotions & Essential Oils