Lavender is known as the ‘calming oil’ and is often used to assist in balancing the body. Lavender is most commonly used to soothe the occasional skin irritation, help improve quality of sleep, aid in calming nerves, and more.
Tips
- Apply Lavender to the bottom of your feet, before going to bed, to aid in improving sleep quality.
- Diffuse this essential oil to promote peace and a general sense of well-being.
- Apply a small amount of Peppermint and Lavender to your temples to assist in reducing stress.
- Chapped lips? Put 1 drop of this essential oil on your lips to help sooth and soften.
Lavender Applications
“I place it on a cotton ball and place it in my vacuum cleaner bag. It helps purify the air as you vacuum plus leaves a nice smell,” says essential oil advocate, Debra Land.
“Stress reducer – five drops Lavender, five drops Frankincense, five drops Peppermint, and one drop Deep Blue. Rub on temples, neck, and the bottom of feet,” says Angela Wimpish.
“I use it to deal with my seasonal discomfort in combination with Lemon and Peppermint. LOVE.” says user Claire Murtagh O’Hara.
“Use it with coconut oil, it’s the best treatment for diaper irritation!” says Melanie Andersen.
“I am an esthetician and use this oil when doing a scalp massage. Clients LOVE it!” says Sarah Ferrell Horwich.
“Put a few drops in a carrier oil and use for itching tummy while pregnant.” says Katie Crocker.
To learn more, visit www.doterra.com