When we mention lavender, what comes to mind immediately is its fresh, floral and herbaceous scent. Lavender being one of the most versatile essential oil to have around the home, when diffused will soothe, calm and refresh a tired body and mind.
There are many varieties of lavender such as Lavender angustifolia, Lavender latifolia, Lavender officinalis and many more. The name lavender means “to wash” in Latin, which probably describe how it is used to cleanse and heal wounds in the ancient days. This points to the antiseptic quality of the lavender essential oil.
It’s ability to repel insects, while providing an aroma of calm and peace in a room diffused with Lavender, makes it ideal for use in bedrooms, especially if one live a stress-filled lifestyle or if one suffers from insomnia. It is also helpful to be diffused in a room when one has flu and cold, as it has the ability to counteract symptoms of the virus.
As Lavender soothes, balances and calms the psyche, it is wonderful in helping to lessen the negative effects of mood swings, depression and PMT.
It is a wonderful oil to be diffused when one is meditating too.
Lavender’s balancing qualities benefits the physical body, our aura, as well as the chakras too.
