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Lavender

Latin name - Lavandula officinalis/vera/angustiflia

Family - Lamiaceae (or Labiatae)

Keywords

Analgesic

Antidepressant

Balancing

Healing

Rejuvenating

Soothing

Principal properties and efects

Lavender is one of the most popular and versatile essential oils used in aromatherapy. Its aroma is familiar to almost everyone - well established as a remedy.

Highly recommended for the nervous system relieving depression, anxiety and insomnia. Balances mood swings and soothes anger, frustation and irritability. Useful for shock.
Helpful for high blood pressure, palpitations and other cardiac disorders.
Invaluable for pain relief in conditions such as arthritis, lumbago, rheumatism, sprains and strains.
Renowned as an immune system booster, lavender is recommended for all infections and viruses, catarrh, colds and throat disorders.
Excellent for all skin care due to its powers of rejuvenation and balancing effects. Helps to heal burns, sunburn, acne, boils, bruises, eczema, psoriasis and wounds and sores of all descriptions.

Special precautions

None. A gentle essential oil suitable for all ages from babies to the elderly.

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