Aromatherapy Essential Oil - Properties of Lavender Oil

Modern uses: Lavender is stimulating and carminative. Its aromatic properties make it useful in pharmacy to add to lotions and creams. An infusion is made from the powdered flowers. Lavender water made from the essential oil is used in therapeutic baths to reduce nervous excitement and as a perfume. The oil has a sedative action on the heart and will lower blood pressure. A small amount added to bland oils makes a useful application in skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis, and a rub for rheumatic conditions. Caution is needed when using the essential oil as it is extremely potent. The dosage of the oil for internal conditions is no more than one or two drops.