Nikura French Lavender Oil 10ml

Lavender essential oil, with its unique floral-herbaceous aroma, is a cornerstone in aromatherapy.

Renowned for its calming and soothing properties, it's ideal for stress relief and promoting restful sleep. It has a powerful ability to help in treating wounds and protect against harmful microbes, and it is also said to help provide relief from pain. Its versatile nature allows it to blend well with many oils, enhancing skincare, massage oils, and diffuser blends.

What are the benefits of lavender oil?

Lavender oil is a versatile and handy essential oil that offers a wide range of benefits due to its diverse properties. Some of its key benefits include:

1. Improves Sleep Quality : Inhaling the aroma of lavender essential oil can reduce anxiety, stress, and emotional tension, which are often underlying causes of sleep disturbances.
2. Soothes Skin Irritations : Lavender soothes skin irritations through its natural anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. When applied topically, lavender essential oil helps calm redness, itchiness, and swelling.
3. Helps With Acne : Lavender oil combats acne-causing bacteria and reduces skin inflammation. It also assists in regulating sebum production, preventing excess oil buildup that can clog pores and lead to breakouts.
4. Encourages Hair Growth : Lavender oil is thought to aid hair growth by enhancing scalp blood circulation and reducing stress, potentially contributing to healthier and fuller hair when used in hair care routines.
5. Reduces Pain Levels : Lavender oil, when applied to the skin, may help relax tense muscles, offering potential relief for individuals who frequently experience migraines and headaches.
6. Fights Against Lice : Lavender oil is known for its natural insect-repelling properties, which can be effective against lice. The oil's strong scent is unattractive to lice, making it a useful tool in lice prevention and treatment.
7. Antimicrobial properties for treating infections: The two main constituents of lavender oil are linalool and linalyl acetate, both of which are known for having strong antimicrobial properties.
8. Working as a mood enhancer: The sedative qualities of lavender essential oil are well known, as it helps to lower heart rates and ease stressful thoughts.

Key Properties:

• Promotes good sleep
• Helps with pain relief
• A natural anti-inflammatory
• Helps to combat dandruff
• Eases nausea or motion sickness

Product Details

• Bottled in the UK.
• Aromatherapy Trade Council Member.
• 100% Pure Natural Essential Oils.
• Ethically Sourced and not tested on animals. Vegan friendly.
• Supplied in quality Amber Glass Bottle, Tamper Evident Lid & Dropper.

FAQs

What is lavender essential oil good for?

Coined as the “mother of aromatherapy”, lavender oil is famous for its powerful effects on sleep, stress, and anxiety. It is also a sound remedy for sore muscles, hair growth, and mild burns.

What's the best way to use lavender oil?

Lavender oils can be used in many different ways but is most popular in an electric diffuser thanks to its positive impact on emotions. It can also be combined with a carrier oil for use on the skin, hair, and for massages.

What does lavender essential oil smell like?

Lavender essential oil is renowned for its distinct aroma that's both floral and herbaceous. It has a sweet, clean fragrance with subtle undertones of wood and a slight note of camphor.

Its scent is often described as calming and soothing, which is why it's frequently used in aromatherapy for relaxation and stress relief.

What blends well with lavender essential oil?

Almost all essential oils blend well with lavender, but some of the best matches include bergamot, clary sage, geranium, lemon, patchouli, and peppermint.

Is lavender oil an insect repellent?

Absolutely! Lavender oil is a handy natural insect repellent. Its scent, which we find soothing, is actually off-putting to many insects like mosquitoes and moths.

You can use it by applying a diluted mixture on your skin, making a homemade spray, or using it in diffusers or candles. While it's great for everyday use, in areas with lots of bugs, you might want to pair it with other repellents for extra protection.

How should you store lavender oil?

Lavender oil should be stored in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. It's best to keep it in a tightly sealed container to preserve its quality and extend its shelf life. Also, ensure it's placed out of reach of children and pets.

What is the INCI name for lavender essential oil?

The INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) name for lavender essential oil is 'Lavandula Angustifolia Oil'.

We advise using these blends in a diffuser or oil burner.