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LATIN NAME FAMILY NAME SYNONYMS COLOUR VISCOSITY: AROMA NOTE Lavendula angustifolia, Lavendula officinalis Labiatae Garden, common or English lavender Clear or faintly yellow Watery Floral, light & clear / woody undertones / sweet fresh scent Middle

COUNTRIES OF PRODUCTION Originally from the Mediterranean. Commercially cultivated in France, Italy, Tasmania, Great Britain, and many other countries. PARTS USED EXTRACTION METHOD YIELD Flowering tops Steam distillation 1.4 1.6%

BLENDS WELL WITH Chamomile, cedarwood, clove, clary sage, pine, geranium, vetiver, patchouli, basil, bergamot, cypress, eucalyptus, grapefruit, hyssop, lemon, lemongrass, lime, marjoram, myrtle, neroli, orange, peppermint, Petitgrain, rosemary, tea tree

MAIN CHEMICAL COMPONENTS Borneol, Geraniol, Linalool, Lavendulyl acetate, Linalyl acetate, Cineol. Plant material grown at high altitudes yield more esters WARNINGS & CONTRA INDICATIONS Extremely safe to use. Even on babies & children. Avoid in early months of pregnancy if there is a history of miscarriage. Is an emmenagogue avoid during early months of pregnancy. Safe in later months of pregnancy. Low blood pressure May feel a bit drowsy after using lavender eo. Discontinue use if you have an allergic reaction.

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, anti-rheumatic, anti-toxic, cytophylactic, anti-parasitic, anti-tussive, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, emmenagogue, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, nervine, restorative, sedative, insecticide, tonic

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THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS EMOTIONAL Well known for its nervine & sedative properties Useful for treating a variety of nervous & physiological disorders Depression, insomnia, panic, hysteria, fears, insecurity, trauma, worry, burnout, addiction, obsessive & agitated behaviours, migraine, nervous tension Will gently ease tension, tiredness, feelings of depression, alleviate stress Beneficial to those whose low spirits are combined with a feeling of anxiety or vulnerability imparting a feeling of calm while simultaneously strengthening the spirits. CIRCULATION Help lower blood pressure DIGESTIVE Colic, nausea, vomiting & flatulence GENITO-URINARY Thrush & cystitis NERVOUS SYSTEM Soothing & calming effect on nerves Relieves tension, panic, hysteria, nervous exhaustion Headaches, migraines, insomnia triggered by nervous anxiety RESPIRATORY Bronchitis, asthma, colds, laryngitis, halitosis, throat infections, whooping cough Anti-spasmodic to manage conditions of asthma & bronchitis Antiseptic properties important for coughs, colds, catarrh, sinus & flu SKIN Tones the skin & has powerful healing properties Useful for almost all types of skin problems Abscesses, eczema, acne, oily skin, boils, burns, dermatitis, sunburn, wounds, sores, psoriasis, athletes foot, lice, insect bites, stings Can be applied directly on the skin especially useful for treating minor burns. The antiseptic and analgesic properties ease the pain of the burn, prevent infection & promote healing with reduced scarring Anti-inflammatory & soothing properties have a balancing effect on the skin STRUCTURAL Relieves pain of rheumatism, arthritis, lumbago Muscular aches & pains, especially those associated with sport OTHER Relaxing body & mind Effective insect repellent

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METHODS OF APPLICATION: AEROSOL Inhalation therapy Useful for allergies, anorexia, dizziness, sleeplessness (also in children), hay fever, headaches, depression, trauma, anxiety, hysteria, fear, nightmares, irritability and nervous tension Steam inhalations Ease spasmodic coughing, help fight throat infections, soothe laryngitis Insect repellent BATH / FOOT BATH Diluted in the bath for Abdominal pains, allergies, anorexia, arthritis, bowel disorders, thrush, cystitis, fatigue, hay fever, headaches, insomnia, moodiness, trauma, anxiety, depression, hysteria, nightmares, fear, irritability, nervous tension, stress, relaxation CREAM OR MASSAGE OIL Ease sore muscles, relieve anxiety, sooth irritability, nervous tension Promote healthy skin Abdominal massage to relieve flatulence and the discomfort of trapped wind in the digestive system COMPRESS Cold compress for arthritis, eczema, sores

NOTES Can be used neat Apply directly to stings, insect bites, minor burns, scalds & scrapes Used in moderation it produces a relaxing, calming effect & may produce a pleasant drowsiness In a cool bath it refreshes & energises

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