Lavender Essential Oil

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Dating back further than the records of mankind can prove, Lavender provides the widest range of assistance to the body for healing, yet remains the gentlest of all essential oils. Lavender has been used for centuries for its soothing and restorative properties and its peacefully strengthening effect on the body.

The floral fragrance of this wild lavender is delightfully cleansing while still being delicate and calming.

Lavender is a truly priceless oil and an indispensable part of the at-home essential oil collection.

*wild crafted

Details

Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia

Plant Origin: France, wild crafted

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from flowering tops (organic, but not certified)

Selah oil blends that contain Lavender essential oil:

Breeze, Soft, Selah Kids: Ease, Jr. Blend, Selah Kids: Armor, Jr. Blend, Selah Kids: Soft, Jr. Blend, Immunity

The 10mL roll-on is in a base of fractionated coconut oil (diluted at 5%).

Shelf Life: Neat: 6 yrs in proper storage conditions; Roll-On: 2 yrs

Storage: Store upright, lid tight, out of direct heat and sunlight

Uses

Lavender may support the body's proper natural response to and assist in maintaining a healthy state of the following:

abdominal cramps
acne/pimples
allergies
anxiety, depression, nervousness, panic issues, tension, etc.
bacteria
blood pressure (lowers)
burns, minor
calming to central nervous system
cramps
dandruff
disinfecting properties
earaches/infections
E. coli (see article)
hair follicles
headache
hives
infection
inflammatory conditions
intestinal dysbiosis
migraine
muscles: contractions, cramps, spasms
night Terrors
nosebleed
parasympathetic
postpartum: perineal tearing (take multiple, short 15 baths or sitz baths daily with several drops lavender)
pregnancy: labor and delivery (massage into lower back to reduce pain, strengthen contractions, and speed labor)
Raynaud's
respiratory
ringworm
scabies
skin care (daily)
skin irritation and inflammatory conditions
skin: bruises, burns, cuts, eczema (stress-related), infection, irritation, inflammation, itching, grazes, psoriasis (nervous), rashes, scars, sunburn (minor), wounds
insect bites and stings/insect deterrent
sinus Congestion
sleep
stress
teething
virus

Lavender is capable of many important jobs and is a delight to use. Every home should have a bottle of lavender, if no other oil, because it is so very effective in the treatment of burns and scalds. Lavender oil is a natural antibiotic, antiseptic, antidepressant, sedative, a detoxifier which promotes healing and prevents scarring, and also stimulates the immune system and contributes to the healing process by stimulating the cells of a wound to regenerate more quickly. Although not known specifically as a circulatory stimulant, lavender oil certainly seems to allay the effects of clinical shock and as a mood tonic and antidepressant it helps to deal with the psychological shock of injury. It also has a multitude of other qualities which make it a truly indispensable oil (Worwood, 19-20).

For more detailed info on lavender as well as case studies, see our blog post here.

Click here for a printable information sheet.

Therapeutic Properties

analgesic - deadens or relieves pain; anodyne
anthelmintic - destroys or expels worms and parasites; vermifuge
antibacterial - prevents bacterial growth
antidepressant - alleviates depression
anti-infectious - prevents uptake of infection
anti-inflammatory - reduces inflammation
antimicrobial - resists or destroys pathogenic microorganisms
antiseptic - destroys and prevents the development of microbes/bacteria
antispasmodic - prevents and eases spasms, convulsions, or cramps
antivenomous - used against the effects of venom
calmative - a sedative or mild tranquilizer
carminative - expels gas (flatulence), easing abdominal pain and bloating
cicatrisant - promotes healing by the formation of scar tissue
detoxifying - assist in the removal of toxins
diuretic - aids in removal of excess water from the body; promotes urination
expectorant - promotes the discharge of mucous from the respiratory system
sedative - soothing agent that reduces nervousness, distress, or irritation
soporific - substance which induces sleep
spasmolytic - antispasmodic
stimulant - excites or quickens the activity of physiological processes
stomachic - digestive aid and tonic; improving the appetite
vulnerary - heals wounds and sores by external application

For more information take a look at our blog post here.

Applications

Topical:

Apply diluted on location as desired.

Safe for babies and children with proper dilution.

Pregnancy and lactation safe with extra dilution.

Click here for the essential oils dilution chart.

Inhalation:

Diffuse or inhale directly.

Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) by the FDA

Internal:

Although the quality of Selah Oils is excellent, it is not advised to take essential oils internally unless under the guidance of a certified physician who is also certified in aromatherapy. We recommend getting internal dosing instructions from a licensed physician as some essential oils are not recommended for oral consumption. This is in no way a reflection on our oil quality, only a matter of safety and caution with respect to how concentrated essential oils are. When used within safe parameters, and under your physician's care, the quality of our essential oils is such that they can be used internally if deemed appropriate.

However, with that said, it is important to remember the extreme concentration of essential oils. "Using essential oils by rubbing them into the skin or via inhalation is in many cases more effective than oral delivery" (Schnaubelt 96).

All cautions listed for individual oils do not include those cautions from ingestion.

Cautions

All cautions listed for individual oils do not include those cautions from ingestion. It is not advised to take essential oils internally unless under the guidance of a licensed physician who is also certified in aromatherapy.

If for any reason you get essential oils in your eyes, put carrier oil along the eyebrows above the eyes and on the cheekbones below the eyes.

Do not put essential oils inside the ear canal.

GC/MS Key Constituents:

Linalool 37.56%
Linalyl acetate 42.67%
Lavandulyl acetate 4.26%

Ocimene <E-beta> 2.75%

Ocimene <E-beta> 1.65%

3-Octanone 1.40%

Caryophyllene <trans> 1.14%

References

Higley, Connie & Alan. Reference Guide for Essential Oils (2012).

Tisserand, Robert. Essential Oil Safety, Second Ed. (2014).

Althea Press. Essential oils, Natural Remedies: The Complete A-Z Reference of Essential Oils for Health and Healing (2015).

Purchon, Nerys and Lora Cantele. The Complete Aromatherapy & Essential Oil Handbook for Everyday Wellness (2014).

Worwood, Valerie. Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child (2000).

Worwood, Valerie. The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy (1991).

Buckle, Jane. Clinical Aromatherapy Essential Oils in Practice (2003).

Davis, Patricia. Aromatherapy: An A-Z (2000).

Price, Shirley & Len. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals (2012).

Schnaubelt, Ph.D., Kurt. The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils (2011).

Schnaubelt, Ph.D., Kurt. Advanced Aromatherapy (1995).

Schnaubelt, Ph.D., Kurt. Medical Aromatherapy (1999).

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