Lavender Oil Breakdown

Lavender Oil 

Lavandula angustifolia

There is a reason that lavender is one of the most widely used and widely known essential oils. The list of uses for this calming giant in the essential oil world is probably one of the longest. Both versatile and gentle, it is a popular choice for families with children and animals. Sometimes referred to as the queen of essential oils, this flower based oil is a staple in any natural wellness kit.

Description: "Lavender is often considered a must-have oil to keep on hand at all times due to its versatile uses, including calming and relaxing properties that promote peaceful sleep and ease feelings of tension.*"

Directions for Use:
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity. See additional precautions below.

Primary Physical Benefits:
Soothes occasional skin irritations
Taken internally, Lavender reduces anxious feeling and promotes peaceful sleep*
Helps ease feelings of tension.*

Primary Emotional Benefits:
peace, clear speech, honest communication

Negative emotions addressed:
Controlled by worry of rejection, feeling like a wallflower, hidden, inability to communicate, tense, deceptive with self, hiding true emotions and thoughts

Aromatic Description:
Powdery, floral, light

Body Systems addressed:
- Integumentary (skin/glands)
- Endocrine System
- Cardiovascular/Circulatory System
- Emotional System

Suggested uses:
- Widely used for its calming and relaxing qualities.
- Soothes occasional skin irritations.
- Reduces appearance of skin imperfections.
- Helps to ease feelings of tension.*
- Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet 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 to bath water to soak away stress or apply to the temples and the back of the neck.
- Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods, and desserts.
- Take internally to reduce anxious feelings.*
- Take internally for a peaceful sleep.*

Cautions:
"Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

Statements with asterisks refer to internal use. All others refer to aromatic or topical use."

Other Lemon references:
- Lavender cupcakes with lavender cream cheese frosting
- Lavender Oil Spotlight
- Lavender and the Immune System
- Lavender, blueberry, banana, coconut shake
- Rosemary Lavender Hair Rinse
- Soothing Salve
- Yoga Mat Spray
- Sourcing
- Dry Shampoo
- Lip Balm
- Linalool
- 6 Tips for a better night's sleep
- Diaper Cream
- Razor relief serum

To purchase lavender connect with the wellness advocate who directed you here, or if you do not have a wellness advocate connection visit my sales site at www.mydoterra.com/maggiedubois or contact me directly here for an opportunity to get your oil at a discounted price.

Sources: www.doTERRA.com, Emotions and Essentials Oils: A modern resource for healing



*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

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