Lavender is held in high regard. The name evolved from the Latin lavare, which means, “to wash.” It originated in the Mediterranean basin and been used in many ancient cultures. Today It is found worldwide. The fragrance of Lavender is delightful. The vibrant color of the flower brings joy to many individuals. They are captivated by the beauty that radiates from this particular plant. The beauty of this plant lays it’s many medicinal benefits.
Today it is among the most used herbs in aromatherapy, herbal medicine, and flower remedies. It possesses a broad range of healing properties. The plant, flowers, and seeds all have that distinct lavender smell.
The oil can be extracted from the flowers of the plant through steam distillation.
Medicinal Qualities
The health benefits of lavender oil can be attributed to its antiseptic and anti-fungal properties. It can be used to treat skin disorders. Helps heals wounds, cuts, burns,and various respiratory problems. It can be applied directly to the skin or added to oil to treat eczema. It can be very effective on insect bites and is known to repel mosquitoes.Â
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