Lavender(Lavandula angustifolia)

Lavender is probably the most versatile of all the essential oils. It is bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, sedative, antidepressant, analgesic, and above all it is balancing. Its ability to restore unbalanced states—whether physical or psychological—is its most valuable attribute.

On the skin, lavender promotes new cell growth and its antibacterial and antiseptic qualities are helpful in suppressing troubling conditions like psoriasis, acne and eczema. Lavender also has a profound healing effect on burns and sunburn, calming and soothing inflamed skin and balances the skin’s natural sebum production.

On a psychological level, lavender mirrors its physical prowess—suppressing symptoms associated with mental disturbances such as depression, and is effective at curbing restlessness, disturbed sleep, and insomnia.

Thousands of years of continuous use as a powerful healing essential oil, never falling out of favor.

Calming, soothing, balancing.