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Lavender, the Queen of Essential Oils

Lavender is the most widely used of all essential oils and a favorite of many. Often referred to as the “universal oil” or the “queen of essential oils” because of it's usefulness in a variety of different scenarios, it’s aroma can range from deeply floral to herbaceous and woody... Whether essential oils are a daily wellness choice or a every-now-and-then hobby, lavender will add many practical advantages to your life.

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A Scent to Lull You to Sleep

Lavender aromatherapy is a "reasonable" option to try for people with mild insomnia, but it is most likely to work as part of an overall calming bedtime routine, says Meir Kryger, director of research and sleep education at Gaylord Sleep Medicine...

Essential oil of lavender in anxiety disorders: Ready for prime time?

Lavender essential oil has an extensive anecdotal history of anxiolytic benefit that has recently been supported by clinical efficacy studies. The 2 primary terpenoid constituents of lavender essential oil, linalool and linalyl acetate, may produce an anxiolytic effect in combination via inhibition of voltage-gated calcium channels, reduction of 5HT1A receptor activity, and increased parasympathetic tone.

Essential Oils – Digging Deeper Lavender Oil

Traditionally, people believe lavender essential oil possesses sedative, carminative, anti-depressive, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties. However, scientific research has not yet substantiated many of these claims.

Falling In Love With Lavender

I've long loved lavender for its intense aroma, which draws bees and wanderers alike. I snatch up bars of lightly infused soaps, give sweetly scented candles as gifts, wash my dishes with lavender dish soap, even scrub out my kitchen sink with a lavender-infused cleaning product. But I had never cooked with it — until now.

Lavender and the Nervous System

Lavender is traditionally alleged to have a variety of therapeutic and curative properties, ranging from inducing relaxation to treating parasitic infections, burns, insect bites, and spasm. There is growing evidence suggesting that lavender oil may be an effective medicament in treatment of several neurological disorders.

Lavender Oil Might Help You Sleep, but Be Careful Which Essential Oils You Buy

Aromatherapy enthusiasts claim essential oils can do everything from calm anxiety to slow hair loss. But Googling the topic may leave you unsure of the difference between genuine potential and gimmicky advertising. One legitimate area of promise is lavender oil used as a sleep aid. You’ll find plenty of oils and sprays marketed for exactly this purpose, but not all are created equal.

Lavender Oil: Everything You Need to Know

Did you know the ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks all used lavender oil as perfume and even for mummification? Lavender has nowadays become the most popular essential oil in the world, yet the discovery of its benefits dates back more than 2,500 years ago. From the olden days, lavender has long captivated our senses and enchanted us with its delicate fragrance. But its benefits extend far beyond its aromatic allure.

Lavender: Discover the Benefits and Uses of this Time-Honoured Herb

In our world of natural remedies and holistic wellness, few plants have garnered as much admiration and recognition as lavender. With its soothing aroma and versatile applications, lavender has become a staple in the realm of aromatherapy and self-care.

Lavender’s Soothing Scent Could Be More Than Just Folk Medicine

People like lavender. We’ve been using this violet-capped herb since at least medieval times. It smells nice. But Google “lavender” and results hint at perhaps the real fuel for our obsession: “tranquillity,” “calm,” “relaxation,” “soothing,” and “serenity.” Lavender has purported healing powers for reducing stress and anxiety. But are these effects more than just folk medicine? Yes, said Hideki Kashiwadani, a physiologist and neuroscientist at Kagoshima University in Japan — at least in mice.

Why Does Everything Smell, So Peacefully, of Lavender?

A plant’s journey from calming to common.

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5 surprising ways to use lavender oil that have nothing to do with sleep

When most people think lavender, they think sleep. It's long been the scent of choice for soothing products, baby night-time washes and (our favourite) pillow mists. And while we love nothing more than getting a good night's sleep, lavender oil is actually quite the multi-purpose product.

6 Essential Oils and What They Do (Lavender Is Good for Your Sex Life!)

Lavender - relaxation and sleep. To be exact, lavender tends to increase the alpha waves in the back of your brain, says Hirsch, leading to increased relaxation. Lavender has also been shown to reduce anxiety and, according to Hirsch, studies reveal that the number one odor that enhances male sexual arousal is a combination of lavender and ... pumpkin pie!

National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

It’s unclear whether aromatherapy with lavender oil has benefits for anxiety, stress, symptoms of depression, some types of pain, sleep quality or insomnia, or other conditions. However, some people have reported feeling a sense of improved quality of life from aromatherapy with lavender oil.