Benefits of Lavender
• The scent of lavender helps prepare you for a restful night’s sleep and lifts your mood when you are feeling low. It also reduces symptoms from PMS, anxiety, and vertigo.
• In bath products, lavender eases tension, stress, pain and inflammation.
• The scent of lavender repels mosquitoes and other insects.
• Lavender acts as a natural antiseptic and disinfectant. It can also be used as a natural mouth rinse and breath freshener.
• Lavender oil helps heal cuts, scrapes, burns and insect bites. Add a few stems to your centerpiece when dining outdoors.
• As a moisturizer lavender is hydrating and healing especially well suited for troubled skin.
• Keep a small bottle of essential oil of lavender in your purse as a natural cure for headaches and jet lag.
• Lavender is edible and can easily be used to enhance and create spa style refreshments. Add a fresh sprig to a glass of mineral water or sprinkle fresh flowers over a salad for a healthy garnish.
