Index of Essential Oils
 Lavender
CHARACTERISTICS:
Lavender is generally regarded as the most versatile of all the
essences for therapeutic purposes. It is a pale yellow liquid
with a sweet, herbaceous scent and a fairly mild, bitter taste.
Lavender blends well with the oils: clove, geranium, clary sage
and adds a floral softness to almost any blend.
EFFECTS AND ACTIONS:
- Antiseptic
- Analgesic
- Antimicrobial
- Anticonvulsive
- Deodorant
- Cordial
- Insecticide
- Hypotensive
- Diuretic
- Emmenagogue
- Rubefacient
- Vermifuge
- Vulnerary
- Antirheumatic
- Cholagogue
- Choleretic
- Cicatrisant
- Sudorific
- Stimulant
MAIN USES:
The most widely used and versatile of oils, lavender may be used
in massage, room fragrancing
Immune System:
Skin Care:
- Acne
- Allergic skin conditions
- Boils
- Athlete's foot
- Bruises
- Burns
- Dandruff
- Earache
- Dermatitis
- Inflammations
- Insect bites
Nervous System:
- Depression
- Hypertension
- Insomnia
- Migraine
- Headache
- Shock
Genito-urinary System:
- PMT
- Vertigo
- Stress related disorders
- Dysmenorrhoea
- Cystitis
Digestive System:
- Colic
- Abdominal cramps
- Flatulence
- Nausea
Respiratory System:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Laryngitis
- Whooping cough
- Throat infections
Circulation, muscles & joints:
CAUTIONS:
- Non-toxic
- Non-sensitizing
- Non-irritant
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