Lavender is one of the most popular oils. "It has been cherished for its unmistakable aroma and its therapeutic properties for thousands of years. Lavender is widely used and accepted for its calming and relaxing qualities. For topical, aromatic, or dietary use."
There are so many uses for Lavender .. my top 15 uses are listed below.. my favorite for summer are in bold!
1. Use to alleviate sunburn pain and severity. Put 1-2 drops of Lavender oil in spray bottle with water. Spray directly on skin.
2. Use to alleviate diaper rash. Apply 1 drop to area, may also use with a carrying oil if needed.
3. Diffuse or spray around the house to calm moods and stress.
4. Apply 1 drop oil directly to skin that is cut or bruised. Lavender has anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiseptic properties.
5. Apply 1 drop oil directly to skin that has been burned by heat to help cell renewal.
6. Apply one drop of oil to pillow to help body have good night sleep. Use to help with insomnia.
7. Use 1 drop of Lavender oil and one drop of Lemon oil to clear up dandruff. Apply to scalp or use with shampoo.
8. Use 1-2 drops of Lavender oil with carrying oil or lotion to soothe rash or irritated skin. Helps with eczema and psoriasis.
9. Use one 1 drop of Lavender oil with carrying oil and apply to infants feet and along spine to help calm an irritable baby, can help with Colic.
10. Help alleviate flatulence, rub 1-2 drops on bottom of feet, stomach, or take internally by mixing one drop oil with 1 tsp. honey or 4 oz of a beverage. Internal use is not for children under 6 years. doTERRA Lavender oil is one of the only brands of essential oils that can be taken internally. It's because of it's CPTG (Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade). Best in the industry!!
11. Helps with sun stroke or heat exhaustion. Apply topically to forehead and bottoms of feet. May also add one drop to small amount of water and drink for internal use.
12. Help alleviate pain associated with painful cold sores. Apply 1 drop Lemon, 1 drop Lavender to cold sore.
13. Help lessen severity and pain of bee stings or insect bites.
14. Minimize scars and stretch marks by rubbing 1-2 drops with carrying oil at site.
15. Apply 3-5 drops to a load of laundry in washing machine to freshen and sanitize clothes.
Don't forget.. *There's an oil for that*
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