Saturday, 31 March 2012
Lavender Oil
Source: Flowering tops of the lavender plant by steam distillation
Properties: Anti-inflammatory; antibacterial; anti-septic; analgesic
Benefits: Reduces stress; tones the skin; balances out oily skin; treats acne, burns, sores and insect bites; removes and prevents dandruff and lice; disinfects the scalp and skin; improves blood circulation; stimulates growth of new skin cells; relieves congested skin
Uses: Massage oil; bath oil; in creams and lotions; aromatherapy
Best combined with: Cedar wood; lemon
Can be used directly on the skin. Everything in modera-tion though