The Lavender plant - or Lavandula, is native to the Mediterranean region. It has been grown and used for its beauty, as a culinary herb in the kitchen, and as a support for relaxation and sleep. Lavender is known for its distinctive purple and sometimes pink flowers, that welcome bees and other beneficial insects into the garden. The flowers and leaves of the Lavender plant are highly fragrant and are used to produce the famous oil.

How to use Lavender essential oil

• Add a few drops of Lavender Oil to your homemade cleaning products, along with some other Oils for Cleaning or freshen up the air in your home by using one of our Diffusers & Vaporisers.
• Lavender Oil is a gentle, therefore it can be used directly on the skin on pulse points. If using it for a massage or on sensitive skin, then it is best to dilute with Carrier Oils first. Add a few drops to your next bath for a blissful experience.
• Using the principles of aromatherapy, Lavender Oil can support an atmosphere of calm and relaxation. Add a few drops onto your pillow to enjoy Lavender oil for sleep.
• Try incorporating some Lavender essential oils into your workspace during times of increased pressure.
• Lavender oil in a carrier can be used topically to support the skin after a bump, graze, an encounter with a bee, or after touching something that was a bit too hot.

Try making our Homemade lavender linen and room spray for a multipurpose spray to deodorise your home, car, or to add a little calm to your day.

The benefits of Lavender Oil

There are a few different types of Lavender – all types support relaxation, but each also have their own unique properties:

• Lavender True – made from Lavandula angustifolia, this is the one to keep in your homecare kit. It can be used on the skin, and to create a calm atmosphere.
• Lavender Spike – made from Lavandula latifolia, this one is great during ills and chills season when used in a diffuser, or steam inhalation. Lavender spike is ideal for the young children and the elderly. · Lavender Sweet – made from a hybrid and unique for its gently scent, this is your go to for cleaning products, linen, and skincare. It’s also popular formuscles and joints when used in a massage oil or balm.

The best Essential Oil brands

HealthPost carries a wide range of Essential Oils, essential oil blends, and accessories so you can make the most of these versatile and fragrant products.

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