Description
Description: Organic Lavender essential oil is obtained from the fresh flowers of Lavandula angustifolia through steam distillation. The yield of essential oil from the plant material ranges between 0.8 and 1.6%.
Special Characteristics: Organic Lavender essential oil is a colorless to yellow liquid. It has a fresh and lively aroma. Its main components are linalool and linalyl acetate.
Cosmetic Applications: The ingredients of organic Lavender essential oil also have medicinal characteristics. It is commonly used as an ointment, bath oil, massage oil, or in aromatic candles. Lavender essential oil has long been considered a folk remedy, especially in France and England.
Organic Lavender essential oil is mainly used in cosmetics for the production of cologne (Lavender water), aftershave lotion, bath salts, aromatic soaps, as well as in other products. Lavender essential oil is suitable for blends with rose, oakmoss, pine needles, geranium, pine, sage, clove, patchouli, rosemary, vetiver, cedar, and citrus oils.
In aromatherapy, Lavender essential oil is used to strengthen the nerves. It has a strong neurotonic action and helps against general anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue. Recommended methods of administration of Lavender essential oil include bath oils, aromatic lamps, and massage oils. Additionally, the oil induces internal warmth in the body.
Food Applications: Organic Lavender essential oil is generally not used in food and beverage preparation. However, the food industry uses it as an aromatic ingredient. Young leaves and flowers are used in Mediterranean cuisine to flavor meats, fish, and desserts.
CAUTION: ALWAYS use diluted in a base oil or other solvent.