Properties of Lavender - PEAK SOAPBy Michael Holloway - 04.10.2022 LAVENDER NAME: Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula officinalis FAMILY: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) NOTE: Top-Middle AROMA INTENSITY: Medium AROMA: Floral, herbaceous, sweet, woody EXTRACTION METHOD: Steam distilled from the flowers POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE OILS: Lavandin, spike lavender, neroli, bergamot, basil (Linalool CT), cistus, frankincense BLENDS WELL WITH: All oils USES: Handmade soap, homemade candles, aromatherapy REPORTED THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES: Skin healing, analgesic (pain relief), antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, relives burns and sunburn, immune supportive, anticancer, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antifungal, antispasmodic, diuretic, nervine (calms and soothes the nerves), sedating, reduces the appearance of scars and blemishes, aids digestion, reduces fever, helps bruises and boils heal, helps relieve colic, helps relieve painful menstruation, encourages restful sleep, eases cough, helps relieve headache, balances blood pressure, stimulating, relaxing, combats irritability, adaptogenic, antidepressant, reduces anxiety, stress management, reduces fear, calms shock and panic attacks, encourages feelings of love. Categories All
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