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What is it?
How it can help you?
How to use it
Can you put lavender oil in water?
How do you use lavender oil in water?
How do you heat up lavender oil?

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Lavender essential oil is extracted from lavender plants and is commonly used in a variety of heath and beauty products. It has antiseptic and anti-fungal properties and, unlike some of the other essential oils, can be used undiluted because it doesn't usually cause skin irritation. The sweet smelling oil has also been used to provide relief for asthma symptoms, psoriasis, eczema, acne and to soothe cuts, bruises and sore muscles. Because it has a calming scent, it can also be used as a sleep aid. Although lavender essential oil doesn’t require diluting, it is easily diluted with water, or your favorite oils, lotions and creams.

Option 1:

Pour the carrier oil into a dark glass bottle until it’s almost full. Add the lavender essential oil. For an 8 oz. bottle, start with 1 tsp. and then work up to 2 tbsp., if desired. This mixture can be used as a massage oil, a body moisturizer, and it can also be added to your bath. Pro tip: for use in the tub, add the oil (1 oz.) while the water is running so it mixes well.

Option 2:

Fill a spray bottle with water. For an 8 oz. bottle add 5 to 10 drops of lavender essential oil. This mixture can be used as a room freshener, on your bedding, or anywhere you want to have the scent of lavender.

Option 3:

Add 2 cups of boiling water to a bowl and then add 5 to 10 drops of lavender essential oil. Lean in until your nose is 12 inches from the bowl and inhale. Using steam with lavender essential oil may help reduce the discomfort of colds and asthma.

Tip

When mixing lavender essential oils, the strength of your mixture will depend on how you’re planning to use it. For instance, for pain relief and massages, the stronger the better. For relaxation, you may want to use less essential oil.

Warning

Although lavender essential oil is normally safe, even when undiluted, if you have sensitive skin, test the lavender essential oil mixture on a small patch of your skin before more extended use.

What is it?

Lavender oil is extracted from the flowers of the lavender bush using steam distillation. It has a familiar, sweet, floral fragrance, and is a common ingredient in bath products and perfumes. The oil was first used by the Romans to scent their baths and newly washed linen. Lavender’s name comes from the Latin lavare, meaning ‘to wash’. The earliest record of its medicinal use is by the Greek physician Pedanius Dioscorides (AD 40-90). These days it’s widely used by aromatherapists for a range of conditions and is one of the most versatile essential oils around.

How it can help you?

Headaches Lavender oil has minor painkilling properties; it appears to reduce the transmission of nerve impulses that carry pain signals. To help clear headaches, add three to five drops of the pure essential oil to a bowl of very hot water (not boiling) and inhale the vapour for 5-10 minutes. Or, if you’re out and about, apply a few drops of the essential oil to a tissue and inhale at regular intervals. You could also add a drop to the tip of each forefinger and massage your temples (using undiluted lavender essential oil is generally safe, but avoid applying directly if you have sensitive skin, as it can cause discomfort for some).

Anxiety Lavender has soothing properties and is often associated with calming or relieving anxiety due to its sedative effects. A recent clinical study found inhaling the vapours from lavender essential oil eased agitation in people with dementia. It’s a great oil to sniff when you are feeling stressed or worried.

Insomnia Its relaxing properties also means it may help if you have trouble sleeping. Try putting two or three drops on your pillowcase before going to bed.

Spots, bites and stings It’s antibacterial and is one of the few essential oils that can be applied direct to the skin – dab neat onto the affected area. Lavender also relieves itching, thanks to its anti-inflammatory action.

IBS Lavender oil is antispasmodic, so it can help relieve IBS-related cramps when used in abdominal massage. For an effective blend, mix together 20ml of base oil, such as grapeseed, and add four drops of lavender, two drops of peppermint or black pepper, and two drops of chamomile.

How to use it

Lavender combines well with most other essential oils, so you could try mixing it with rose or jasmine for a luxurious blend of scents. Or use it with neroli or bergamot for the ultimate in relaxation.

Vaporisation Using oils in a vaporiser is an easy way to add ambience to your home. Simply add 6-12 drops of lavender essential oil and breathe in the fragrant perfume for a soothing effect.

Massage This is such a relaxing way to enjoy lavender’s maximum benefits – ask your partner to knead your back and shoulders with a lavender blend. Use up to five drops of the pure essential oil, or a blend of oils, in a base of 10-15ml (one tablespoon) of wheatgerm or jojoba oil.

Bathing Benefit from lavender’s relaxing properties by adding 8-10 drops of essential oil – a single oil or a blend – to a full bath. Stir up the water to help disperse the oil. While you relax in the bath, the skin will absorb a small amount of the oil.

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The benefits of lavender oil

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One of the most versatile essential oils used in aromatherapy, lavender oil is associated with multiple health and wellbeing benefits. Here's how to use it.

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Healthy magazine

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Can you put lavender oil in water?

Lavender is a great scent for both women and men. You can try adding pure oil directly to your skin, or you can dilute oil in water or with a carrier oil for a more subtle scent.

How do you use lavender oil in water?

You can even use pure Lavender Water for this purpose. You can mix a few drops of Lavender essential oil with water or other carrier oil and sprinkle it or spray it on the walls around your shower area. You could even use a diffuser or vaporizer to get the Lavender essential oil's aroma-based advantages.

How do you heat up lavender oil?

Making lavender oil requires simple ingredients. Heat the olive until it bubbles at pot edges. Add lavender and simmer for 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature, and strain twice—once through a metal strainer and the second time through a coffee filter.