Aromatherapy Lavender oil belongs to Terpene group of essential oils, which have been used for decades, as therapeutic agent, to alleviate many ailments. Lavender flower, which grows at foot of the Himalayas, is slightly different from the European variety.
Lavender essential oil is colourless oil, with characteristically pleasant, fragrance. It is steam volatile and immiscible with water, like any other essential oils. They are produced by steam distillation of Lavender flowers. Their therapeutic properties are classified under NF (National Formulary) a BP (British Pharmacopeia), making it a complimentary medicinal product.
Aromatherapy Lavender oil fragrance sooths and calms the mind when used as an Aromatherapy product. It is known to have sedative effect and acts as an anti-depressant. They are used to treat insomnia and helps reduce anxiety. Lavender essential oil is one the most important essential oils in the formulation of Aromatherapy products such as Massaging oil, bath oil and also Aromatherapy hair care products.
Aromatherapy Lavender oil blended with Olive oil is great hair care poduct.Olive oil is a natural conditioner and with a mix of Lavender oil, it makes a great combination. It helps to treat any infection on the scalp. A gentle massage of the above oil on the scalp helps a good blood circulation and keeps the hair healthy and lustrous.
Aromatherapy Lavender oil can be used for treating cold and sinus. Few drops of lavender oil mixed in a mug of boiling water along with oil of winter green, generates vapour that can be inhaled. The pleasant but a pungent vapour, dilate the nasal passage, and makes breathing easier. It also helps to relieve pain from migraine.
Aromatherapy Lavender oil blended with Bergamot oil, is a great combination for preparing an Aromatherapy bath oil, to be used in bathing tub or steam spa. Lavender oil blended with bergamot oil and Aloe Vera gel is a perfect combination for preparing Aromatherapy massage oil.
Although Lavender essential oil has not been approved as a medical product and there is no evidence to prove the medicinal values of the oil, it has been accepted as a complimentary therapeutic agent. A chromatographic analysis of Lavender oils indicates Linalool as the major component. Lavender oils also acts as a mosquito repellent. It has been classified toxic and not suitable for internal consumption.
Lavender essential oil is an important ingredient in perfumeries. It is used in the formulation of anti-perspirant in aerosol packs. Lavender oil dissolved in absolute alcohol, is used as an after-shave lotion for men. Lavender essential oils are also blended with sandalwood paste to make incenses. Lavender oil perfumed toilet soap, is still a popular soap.
