Lavender Provence - Organic Essential Oil (5ml & 15ml)

Organic Lavender Provence Oil is by far our most popular essential oil.

Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia, L. officinalis, L. vera

Origin: France, Region of Provence

Family: Labiatae

Aroma: Herbaceous, floral

Perfume Note: Middle to top

Method of Extraction: Steam distilled

Source: Flowering tops

Main Chemical Components: Linalol, linalyl acetate, lavandulyl acetate, caryophyllene

Blends Well With: Bergamot, Chamomile (Roman and German), Lemon, Geranium, Clove, Clary Sage, Palmarosa, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Patchouli, Clary Sage, Rose, jasmine, ravensara, lemongrass, and Mandarin

Description and Uses:

This Lavender essential oil is high in Linalyl Acetate, this gives it outstanding calming and antispasmodic properties. This is one of the most popularly used oils to aid with relaxation.

Lavender's Traditional Properties:

Analgesic, anticonvulsive, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitussive, antivenom, carminative, decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, insecticide, nervine, parasiticide, sedative, stimulant, and tonic. 

Learn About Lavender:

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is now cultivated all over the world, including France, Russia, Bulgaria, the Himalayas and Croatia. Lavender is the most popular and widely used essential oil and for good reason: It is remarkably gentle yet highly effective, it has always had a universally beloved aroma due to its floral, soft, and herbaceous aroma. This is a truly essential oil that every home should have on hand.

History of Lavender:

Lavender essential oil has a long history of use. According to history, the name derives from the Latin word 'lavere', which means 'to wash', because the Romans added Lavender to their bath water. This essential oil was made famous by Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, who treated a bad burn with lavender oil. Impressively the burn healed without the usual blistering or scarring. He began doing extensive research in the healing power of essential oils. His studies were then published in the book Aromatherapie, and brought a grand awareness to the power of essential oils. This gave birth to the term "Aromatherapy"

Common Uses:

It is most commonly used for

• Helps relieve headaches
• PMS, cramps and muscular aches and pains.
• Relieves sinus and nasal stuffiness and chest congestion.
• Most commonly used for its ability to reduce stress and promote restful sleep.  

In aromatherapy research, it has been found that Lavender oil has been the most effective essential oil for relaxing brain waves while decreasing stress. 

As Gattefosse initially discovered, Lavender essential oil is extremely useful in the treatment of burns, including sunburn. Relieving symptoms from insect bites, and inflammatory skin conditions. It is a magnificent insect repellent. Due to it’s soothing, and sweet aroma it is an excellent ingredient in cleaning and getting rid of odors for your home.