French lavender essential oil

Latin name: Lavandula angustifolia (older names L. officinalis or L. vera)

WARNING: do not confuse with Lavandin (Lavandula x intermedia), which has a very different action

Countries of origin: France, Italy, Bulgaria, England, India (our essential oil comes from France)

Extraction method: steam distillation of flowers (and leaves)

Note and evaporation rate: middle

Cultivation method: organic

Dominant chemical families: monoterpenols, esters

We use it:

- for stress, nervousness, insomnia, fears, nervous tension;

- for burns, abrasions, wounds, insect bites;

- for skin care (acne, irritated skin, daily care);

- for colds, flu, sinus, ear and throat inflammation

Methods of use: in baths, massage oils, creams and lotions, ointments, inhalations,…

Special warnings: No special warnings (not toxic, does not irritate the skin).

Allergens: Linalool, limonene

Aromatherapy tip with recipe:

Blend for a sprained ankle

6 drops EO French lavender

6 drops EO rosemary

4 drops EO helichrysum

2 drops EO peppermint

Preparation: Drop the essential oils into a dark 30 ml bottle and rub between your hands (mix well). Add approx. 30 ml of a cold-pressed base vegetable oil (e.g. almond, jojoba), close tightly, label and store in a cool, dark place.

Use: Massage a few ml of the blend (in the carrier oil) into the painful area using circular movements. Repeat at least 3x daily.

Before use, read the label carefully and follow the instructions for use!