Lavender isn’t just a pretty purple flower, it has a variety of health and beauty benefits that might surprise you. Just hearing the word lavender brings us to a state of relaxation. Now that we are calm, we can focus on what we are here to tell you: the benefits of lavender essential oil. Let’s begin.
What Is Lavender?
Lavender oil (Lavandula Angustifolia) comes from the flowers of the lavender plant which grows in dry regions such as the Mediterranean Basin. Lavender essential oil benefits the mind and body. The name lavender is derived from the Latin word, lavera, which means ‘to wash’ as it was used by the Romans and Ancient Greeks in baths.
Lavender Oil Benefits for Health:
Anxiety & Stress Relief:
We get it, life is stressful. Don’t worry! Help is on the way, and her name is lavender. Lavender essential oil can benefit your emotional well-being as it is considered to be the most popular essential oil used in aromatherapy to induce relaxation and reduce stress. The soothing and calming scent of Lavender removes nervous exhaustion and restlessness while increasing mental activity. Studies have shown that the inhalation of lavender essential oil improves mood and has a positive effect on people’s emotional state. Results proved there was a decrease in stress and an increase in cognitive function. Many studies have been done to assess lavender essential oil’s stress relieving components. For example, the 2013 paper “Lavender and the Nervous System” by P.H Koulivand, M.K Ghadiri and A Gorji describes how lavender can reduce stress, anxiety and depression as it calms the nervous system. If you’re in need of some serious relaxation, apply our Anxiety & Stress Essential Oil Roller to shoulders, neck and forehead.
Promotes Sleep:
We love sleep and we know you do too. Wouldn’t it be great if we could all get more of it? Well step right up lavender, it’s your time to shine. Lavender oil is an herbal treatment for insomnia. A benefit of lavender essential oil’s calming and soothing effects on the mind is its ability to promote sleep and relaxation. Pouring a few drops of lavender essential oil onto your pillow or diffusing lavender in the room will have a relaxing impact and enhance restful sleep. Studies have shown that replacing sleep medication with lavender essential oil for elderly patients has improved sleeping patterns.
Lavender Oil Benefits for Skin:
Soothes Dry Skin:
Lavender oil benefits the skin by balancing its moisture barrier which can relieve dryness, itchiness and irritation. Lavender oil soothes inflammation and reduces redness, making it a great treatment for skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It also repairs dry and damaged skin by sealing in hydration. So when your skin is thirsty, use our Lavender Freshness Facial Serum for deep hydration.
Treats Acne:
It’s time to break up with breakouts. According to dermatologists and aromatherapists, lavender essential oil benefits acne-prone skin. Lavender essential oil’s antimicrobial and antibacterial properties fight acne by killing and preventing the spread of bacteria. The anti-inflammatory properties of lavender also stop the formation of blemishes.
Heals Wounds:
Scraped your knee and in need of a speedy recovery? How about some lavender essential oil? The antimicrobial and antiseptic properties of lavender essential oil protect wounds from getting infected and allow them to heal quickly. Lavender essential oil can increase cell growth causing scars to fade.
Prevents Wrinkles:
Say bye-bye to wrinkles! One of lavender essential oil’s benefits is its ability to protect the skin from the sun and pollution. As the sun is the leading cause of premature aging of the skin, lavender essential oil protects the skin from the development of wrinkles, thanks to its antioxidant properties. Our Rejuvenating Facial Serum, which uses lavender essential oil, will bring your skin back in time and make your face feel nice and smooth.
Not enough lavender for you? Use our Mermaid Body Scrub for silky smooth skin with a hint of lavender. If you’ve used lavender essential oil before, what did you use it for? Let us know in the comments! Remember to share this article with your friends so they can learn more benefits of lavender essential oil.