Lavender oil is a very popular and diverse essential oil to use and is made from the Lavandula angustifolia plant. The oil can benefit your skin in many ways, improve hair health, treats anxiety, nausea and so much more.
Thanks to verywellmind and Healthline, we take a look at a few benefits of lavender oil and what it treats.
Good for anxiety and stress
Lavender oil can come in handy when, for example, you have an interview or are waiting to go into the dentist’s office. Breathe in some of your lavender oil and feel how it calms you down in no time, to feeling confident and ready to face anything.
It treats insomnia
Lavender oils help you to have a good night’s rest and fights insomnia. Put some in your humidifier or simply put a dash of the oil in your bath and breathe in slowly as you relax in the tub.
It treats irritated skin
Looking to reduce inflammation, blotchiness or redness? Lavender oil reduces discolouration, which includes any dark spots.
Face wrinkles
Did you know lavender oil is full of antioxidants? In order to use lavender oil for wrinkles, mix a few drops with some coconut oil and use it as a moisturiser once or twice a day.
Helps to heal wounds
Any burn, cut, scrape or other wounds may heal much faster with lavender oil as it helps the skin tissue itself to heal.
No more insects
Not only does lavender oil keep the insects away, but it also helps with those annoying bites that won’t stop itching. It fights bacteria and takes away any redness and pain.
Let’s take a look at the possible side effects of lavender oil
For some, lavender oil may cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction. This oil should not be taken orally unless told by a medical professional or doctor.
If by any chance you experience nausea, vomiting or a headache, refrain from using it again and see a doctor.
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