Botanical and common names:

Lavendula augustifolia

Plant family:

Labiatae or Lamiaceae

Personality profiles:

Lavender has a beautiful, versatile aroma. It can reduce mental stress and anxiety. Aids in treating insomnia. Characteristics of lavender oil include: harmonious, calming, healing, caring, compassionate and embracing. It is considered a very safe oil to use and is very useful.

Main properties:

Antiseptic

Analgesic

Anti-convulsant

Anti-depressant

Anti-rheumatic

Antispasmodic

Anti-inflammatory

Carminative

Sedative

Effects & Benefits:

Relieves stress and anxiety, relieves pain, induces sleep, prevents cancer, improves blood circulation, aids in digestion, boosts immunity, treats respiratory disorders, eczema and acne.

Contraindications:

Pregnant and breast feeding women. Diabetics. Ingestion. Allergy. Hormone disruptor.

Toxic Effects:

Consuming lavender oil can be toxic.

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