Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
Scent Note:
Heart/Middle Note
Scent Profile:
Fresh, floral, and sweet with a soft herbaceous touch. The scent is calming, reminiscent of a peaceful lavender field on a summer afternoon.
Blend Well With:
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary
❇️ Healing Properties
It's well known for calming and soothing properties. Promotes relaxation, reduces stress, soothes headaches, helps with sleep, and offers skin-calming benefits.
📜 Historical & Practical Uses
Lavender has been valued for centuries across various cultures for its calming, healing, and protective properties.
In Ancient Times: Egyptians used lavender in the embalming process and for perfumes. The Greeks and Romans often added lavender to baths to purify the body and mind, contributing to the modern association with relaxation and spa treatments.
Medieval Europe: Lavender was used to ward off diseases such as the plague and to protect against evil spirits. It was also often used as a strewing herb, spread across floors to mask odors and provide a fragrant environment.
Aromatherapy: Lavender oil is widely used to relieve stress, anxiety, and promote restful sleep. It is commonly diffused or inhaled directly for relaxation and to treat insomnia.
Topical Use: Lavender has natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal for soothing minor burns, cuts, and skin irritations. It's often added to creams, salves, and lotions for skin healing.
Culinary Use: Lavender has also been used in cooking, particularly in Provence, France, where it flavors teas, desserts, and savory dishes.
🔮 Energy Levels
Energy & Chakras
Supports the Third Eye and Crown Chakras, aiding clarity, insight, and spiritual alignment.
Emotional & Spiritual Connection
Supports the Third Eye and Crown Chakras, aiding clarity, insight, and spiritual alignment.
Mystical Stories
Historically, lavender was used in ancient Egypt for mummification and perfume. In medieval times, it was used to ward off evil spirits and protect against the plague.
🔬 Chemistry
Lavender oil contains linalool (around 20-45%) and linalyl acetate (25-45%), which are responsible for its calming, sedative, and anti-inflammatory effects. Other constituents include cineole, camphor, and limonene.
⛑️ Safety
Lavender oil is generally safe for most people but should still be diluted before applying to the skin. It is considered safe for use on children and during pregnancy in small amounts. However, some people may experience skin irritation or allergic reactions, so a patch test is recommended before use.