Lavender

Lavender

General Features

Lavender is a flowering plant in the mint family that is easily identified by its sweet floral scent. It is native to the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and India, with a history dating as far back as 2500 years. In ancient times, lavender was used as a holy herb. Additionally, it was often used to freshen up and give a light scent to a variety of personal items, such as clothes and hair. This plant is purported to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antidepressant, antiseptic, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, as well as antispasmodic, analgesic, detoxifying, hypotensive, and sedative effects

General Applications

Lavender is also grown for the production of its essential oil, which comes from the distillation of the flower spikes of certain lavender species. The oil has cosmetic uses, and it is believed to have some medicinal uses. Lavender essential oil, in contrast to the plant form, is toxic when swallowed. Lavender essential oil is one of the most popular and versatile essential oils used in aromatherapy

Therapeutic Applications

Several studies have shown lavender essential oil may help promote sleep and fight insomnia

Researchers have also found that lavender scent may help anxious dental patients

Lavender is ideal for use for all skin types. Often cited as a beneficial oil in the treatment of acne, Lavender may help combat bacteria on the skin that causes blemishes. It may also improve skin wellbeing, as it has been known to increase cell regeneration and may add that special glow to skin

Lavender is possibly effective for treating Alopecia, which is a condition in which hair is lost from some or all areas of the body

Several studies have shown lavender essential oil may help promote sleep and fight insomnia

Lavender might help to alleviate premenstrual emotional symptoms or PMS

A team of researchers at the Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran, carried out a study to determine whether aromatherapy with Lavender essential oil might reduce symptoms of pain in children after the removal of the tonsils

To take other benefits of this plant, you can also drink its tea. This form of lavender can offer a calming beverage that helps ease anxiety and promotes sleep

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