If there's
only one essential oil you'll ever purchase, make sure it's lavender. This
versatile oil has such a wide array of uses that you'll wonder how on earth you
coped without it.
Not only is
it like a perfume with relaxing and calming properties, but having lavender on
hand is like having your own first aid kit.
Here are
some things we like to use lavender for:
- · Calming and sleep
Lavender can either be inhaled straight from the bottle or from a
diffuser. Lavender is most famous for its calming effects, and it can also be
applied topically on your feet, temples, wrists or anywhere really. A couple of
drops could also be added to your pillow for all-night calm and relaxation.
Similarly you can purchase a bubble bath such as this one
or a bath salt that contains pure, organic lavender essential oil for the ultimate
relaxing experience.
- · Insect bite
Been bitten by a bee, mosquito or other insect? A drop of lavender will
stop itching and reduce swelling.
- · Burns
If you burn yourself, forget burn cream. Simply apply the lavender to a
minor burn and you'll be shocked at the outcome; no pain, no redness.
- · Relieve allergies and hay fever
Rub some lavender in your hands and inhale deeply. Smelling lavender can
help alleviate symptoms.
- · Diaper rash
Mix some drops of lavender in a carrier oil such as almond, coconut or olive oil and apply straight to baby's diaper rash. Works wonders, decreases soreness and redness, and removes the need for rubbing extra chemicals on your baby's bottom!
- · Food flavoring
Ever wanted to eat something lavender flavored? Well if you buy a therapeutic grade lavender essential oil from a reputable company, it is a completely safe and delicious way to get extra flavor into your food. Simply add a drop or two to your brownie mixture, cake mixture, salad dressings or water, and enjoy. Remember, essential oils are very strong and concentrated so start off with less.
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