Lavender is
one of the most well-known (scented) essential oils used in aromatherapy.
Essential
oils are generally used in very small quantities, e.g. measured as a
small number of drops of the essential oil in a larger quantity of
an appropriate carrier
oil.
Properties*:
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analgesic;
anticonvulsive;
antidepressant;
antimicrobial;
antirheumatic;
antiseptic;
antispasmodic;
antitoxic;
carminative;
cholagogue;
choleretic;
cicatrizant;
cordial;
cytophylactic;
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deoderant;
diuretic;
emmenagogue;
hypotensive;
insecticide;
nervine;
parasiticide;
rubefacient;
sedative;
stimulant;
sudorific;
tonic;
vermifuge;
vulnerary. |
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam distillation (from fresh flowering tops). |
Main Constituents: |
linalyl acetate, linalol, lavandulol, lavandulyl acetate, terpineol,
cineol, limonene, ocimene, caryophyllene. (Note that the constituents
of the oil vary according to the location and conditions in which
the plant grew, these are typical examples.) |
From: |
Native to the Mediterranean countries, especially France and Spain.
A very popular plant, now cultivated all over the world. |
Where to Buy:
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This Section consists of summary information about
the most popular Essential Oils - as used in Aromatherapy. . For
more general information about Aromatherapy see: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapists, Massage, Carrier
Oils, and Business
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As described in Aromatherapy textbooks - this is NOT a medical
product. No medical benefits claimed.
Some essential oils are not safe for use by everyone - consult a
qualified aromatherapist before use. |
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This Section is about
Essential
Oils
(as used in Aromatherapy).
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Non-Aromatherapy
Uses of
Lavender Oil:
Many uses incl. pharmaceutical antiseptic products, as a fragrance
in soap, lotions, toiletries, and as a flavouring in food and drink
products.
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