Organic Lavender

Lavender has a long history of soothing throughout the world from Roman's scenting their baths. In fact, the very word from Latin, lavare, means to wash. In England, the people scented their clothes drawers with sachets of lavender.

Today, lavender is popular once again as people are learning of the soothing properties of the flower. The mad paces that many of us keep make it difficult to rest fully; and this natural and plentiful plant holds many ways to get relief. It's grown the world over and used in many variations.

Bug repellent
Improved sleep patterns
Mood stabilizer
More focused thought processes
Reduced anxiety

Studies show that lavender has had a healing effect on the following conditions:

Headaches
Insomnia
Fungal infections
Eczema
Soothing skin irritations: acne, sunburns, wounds and bug bites
Joint inflammation

Where else are people using organic lavender?

It's in many products that you'll find on the market. Next time you're shopping for lavender, look for these variations too.

Bath products
Skin creams
Perfumes
Decorative scents - you can put it in your clothes drawer to scent your clothes and it keeps away moths
It's used to flavor sugar
Included in black tea blends

Massaging with essential oils like lavender is now proven to improve sleep by slowing the nervous system. Pure lavender essential oil is one of only a few essential oils that can be put directly on the skin. It's safe for use as a massage to aid in improving sleep quality, and even disposition, and clearer focus.

Warning:

If you're in your first trimester of pregnancy, then you don't want to ingest lavender oil. First time use of any application should be tested on a patch of skin. Another reason to test first is because there is also a chance of an allergic reaction.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.