Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)

• Promotes calm and relaxation
• Supports restful sleep and eases stress
• Soothes skin irritations and sunburns
• Useful in massage for muscle tension relief
• Balances emotions during anxious moments
• Freshens linens, rooms, and personal spaces
• Ideal in skincare, bath, and diffuser blends

Uses

• Diffuse: Add 5–8 drops to a diffuser to calm the mind and promote restful sleep.
• Inhalation: Add a few drops to a tissue and inhale deeply for instant relaxation.
• Topical: Dilute 2–3 drops in a teaspoon of carrier oil, then apply to temples, wrists, or sore muscles.
• Bath: Mix 4–6 drops with a carrier oil or unscented bath salt before adding to warm water.
• Room Spray: Blend with distilled water and alcohol or witch hazel for a soothing room or linen mist.

Botanical Name

Lavandula angustifolia

Extraction Method

Steam Distillation

Plant Part

Flowering Tops

Origin

Greece

Main Compounds

Linalool, Linalyl acetate, (Z)-β-Ocimene, (E)-β-Farnesene, Terpinen-4-ol, β-Caryophyllene, Lavandulyl acetate, (E)-β-Ocimene

Aromatic Description

Fresh, floral, herbaceous with soft balsamic undertones

Perfumery Note

Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma

Medium to Strong

Safety Information

Generally regarded as safe for most users.

Non-toxic, non-irritating, non-sensitizing at proper dilution.

Avoid use near the eyes or on mucous membranes.

Kids: Very safe; ideal for bedtime and calm.

Pets: Cats are sensitive to essential oils, including lavender. Ensure proper ventilation and avoid topical use on pets.

Pregnancy: Generally considered safe when used at low dilution after the first trimester. Always consult a qualified practitioner.

• For external use only.
• Do not apply undiluted to skin.
• Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
• If pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision, consult a healthcare professional before use.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.