Lavender - Essential Oil

DESCRIPTION

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Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil is floral, herbaceous, fresh scent with balsamic woody undertone. With a calming, physically and emotionally balancing fragrance, it has commonly been used for its relaxing effects on the body. The lavender plant grows to about 1 meter in height producing long thin purple-blue flowers. Star shaped hairs cover the plant, which are made up of oil glands. it's oil is known as an analgesic, anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, anti-microbial, anti-rheumatic, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic and a diuretic.

Since the ancient times, lavender has been used for perfumes and baths. It's very name is derived from the Latin lavare- to wash. Herbalists regarded lavender as the most versatile essential oil. With a calming, physically and emotionally balancing fragrance, it has commonly been used for its relaxing effects on the body. According to ancient texts, its purposes range from medicinal to religious, having been used to clean cuts and to soothe bruises and skin irritations, as well as to scent the air for spiritual practices. Other historical uses for this oil included mummification and perfumery for the Egyptians, while for the Romans it was used in baths and in cooking.

BLENDS WELL WITH

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Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Marjoram, Oakmoss, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Ravensara, Rose, Rosemary, Tea tree, Thyme, Vetiver

MORE INFORMATION

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• Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia (40/42)
  
• Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
• Country of Origin: France (Subject to Change)
• Main Constituents: Linalool, lynalyl acetate
  

SAFETY 

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Lavender Essential Oil is a uterine stimulant, therefore it should be avoided during pregnancy. For topical uses only and avoid contact with eyes and mouth.

As per NAHA guidelines, Fizz Fairy Krazycolours does not recommend the ingestion of essential oils. Lavender Oil can potentially increase the effectiveness of medications such as those related to sleep disorders or those prescribed for depression and the same advice applies for any cough or flu medicine that induces sleep, as Lavender Oil stimulates drowsiness. It is best to avoid using Lavender Oil when undergoing surgery or anesthesia.

There is not enough research to prove that this oil is safe to use at any stage of pregnancy, as it can act as a muscle relaxant and can affect hormone levels; therefore, pregnant and nursing women are advised not to use Lavender Oil, especially pregnant women in their third trimester, unless a medical practitioner is consulted first. Despite being considered generally safe for children to use, the effects of Lavender Oil on hormones means it could potentially be harmful to pre-pubescent boys. Parents are advised to exercise caution when using it on children in this age range.