Lavender oil is one of the most popular essential oils in the world. It’s a pure essential oil because it only contains one essential oil, but it is also commonly used as an ingredient in many essential oil blends.

Diffusing this oil can create a calming and relaxing environment with its floral aroma. It is also at home in a natural first aid kit for its anti-bacterial properties. It’s a common ingredient in skin care, hair care, to balance out insect repellents and is featured in the TGA listed Magnesium Sleep Lotion from Amazing Oils which is registered to calm and relax the nervous system, induce sleep, relieve sleeplessness, reduces time to fall asleep, relieve skin inflammation and irritation and also assist with mind relaxation.

What are the benefits of lavender essential oil?

There are multiple brands of lavender essential oils registered in Australia with the TGA. Lavender oil is an essential oil commonly used in sleep blends and it can have a calming and soothing effect on the mind and body.

How is lavender oil created?

Lavender oil is steam distilled from freshly cut flowering tops and stalks of the lavender plant. There are over 30 species of the lavender plant. Most lavender essential oil comes from the True Lavender plant, also known by its botanical name, lavandula angustifolia, Spike Lavender, Lavandin and Maritime Lavender can also be used. Lavandin is a hybrid plant of True and Spike and is much larger and hardier than the individual plants, so it creates more oil and is commonly used in soaps and detergents because it’s cheaper to make.

How do I use lavender essential oil safely?

For inhalation, please add a few drops, even just 2-3 drops of water into the tank of your aromatherapy diffuser. Diffuser periodically, not all day. For safe topical application, dilute lavender essential oil in a carrier oil such as coconut oil or jojoba oil before applying to the skin. Some information online suggests it can be used on the skin undiluted. Please do not do this without the guidance of a trained professional as you may create a possible skin sensitivity or damage your skin.