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Citronella Essential Oil
Cymbopogon nardus
cilantro essential oil
Coriandrum sativum
Brazilian Orange Essential Oil
Citrus sinensis
Benzoin Resinoid Essential Oil
Styrax benzoin
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Cananga odorata
Wormwood Essential Oil
Artemisia absinthium
Wild Orange Essential Oil
Citrus sinensis
Vetiver Essential Oil
Vetiveria zizanoides
Verbena Essential Oil
Aloysia citriodora
Vanilla Essential Oil
Vanilla planifolia
Benefits & Uses
- β’ Stress Relief: The soothing aroma assists in lowering stress levels and promoting calm.
- β’ Mood Enhancer: Can improve overall emotional wellness and uplift spirits.
- β’ Mental Clarity: Helps sharpen focus and increase mental clarity, supporting concentration.
- β’ Emotional Balance: Promotes a sense of balance and tranquility during times of emotional upheaval.
- β’ Muscle Relaxation: Can be applied topically to relieve muscle tension.
- β’ Respiratory Support: Useful for relieving respiratory discomfort due to its expectorant properties.
- β’ Skin Healing: Known to support skin health, helping with minor burns and irritations.
- β’ Pain Relief: Can alleviate headache or joint discomfort through topical application.
- β’ Healing Ointment: Used in blends for minor cuts and scrapes.
- β’ Acne Treatment: Can help reduce acne breakouts when diluted and applied to affected areas.
- β’ Soothing Bath: Added to bath water for a calming effect on the skin.
- β’ Anti-Aging: Used in skincare formulations to aid in reducing the appearance of fine lines.
- β’ Air Freshener: Diffused to purify and enhance indoor air quality.
- β’ Natural Cleaner: Can be mixed with vinegar for household cleaning solutions.
- β’ Insect Repelling: Acts as a natural repellent to flies and mosquitoes.
- β’ Mood Setting: Creates a calming atmosphere when added to living spaces.
How to Use
For diffusing, use 3-5 drops for small rooms, 5-8 drops for medium spaces, and 8-12 drops for larger areas. Allow the diffuser to run for 30-60 minute sessions, repeating 2-3 times daily. Best times to use are during stressful tasks or in the evening for relaxation.
Dilute to 2-3% for adults and 0.5-1% for children. Recommended carriers include jojoba, sweet almond, or coconut oil. Focus application on stressed muscles, temples for headache relief, or heart chakra area for emotional balance. Use gentle circular motions to massage.
For direct inhalation, apply 1-2 drops on a tissue or your hands, cupping over your nose for deep inhalation. For steam inhalation, add 2-3 drops to a bowl of hot water and inhale the steam for 5-10 minutes. Personal inhalers can also be filled for on-the-go benefit.
Safety & Precautions
Conduct a patch test before topical use. Avoid sunlight or UV exposure for 12 hours after topical application due to photosensitivity. Consult with a healthcare provider if pregnant or nursing. Store away from direct sunlight and heat; shelf life is typically 1-3 years.
- β οΈ Pregnant individuals in their first trimester.
- β οΈ People with a history of Lavender allergy.
- β οΈ Individuals taking anticoagulant medications.
