Lavender essential oil is one of the most popular and versatile essential oils used in aromatherapy and natural skin care products like balms. It is extracted from the flowers of the lavender plant and has a calming and relaxing aroma that can help to ease stress and anxiety.
When used in balms, lavender essential oil offers a range of benefits for the skin and general wellbeing including:
- Calming and relaxing effects on the body and mind, which can help reduce anxiety, stress, and improve sleep quality.
- Antiseptic properties that can help to soothe irritated and inflamed skin. It can also promote the healing of minor cuts and burns, making it a popular choice for first aid balms.
- Contains anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce inflammation and pain in the body.
- Antimicrobial properties that can help fight against harmful bacteria and fungi, which may be useful in preventing infections and promoting wound healing.
- Can help reduce the symptoms of headaches and migraines.
- Promotes healthy skin by reducing redness, irritation, and promoting cell regeneration.
- May improve respiratory health by promoting healthy breathing and reducing inflammation in the airways.
- Promotes relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety
- Improves sleep quality and may alleviate insomnia symptoms
- Helps to alleviate symptoms of depression and promote feelings of happiness
- Promotes respiratory health by reducing inflammation and congestion in the airways
- Enhances cognitive function and improves mood by increasing blood circulation in the brain
We use lavender essential oil as an ingredient in these balms:
- Aches & Pains
- Baby Bum
- BooBee & Belly
- Body
- Calming
- Chakra
- Itchy Skin
- Envious Eyes
- Healing Hands
- Head Clear
- Intimate
- Lavender & Rose Lip Balms
- No More Bugs
- Ouch
- Tattoo
- Winter
- Working Man’s Hands