doTERRA Lavender Aromatherapy Essential Oil, 15 ml

Considered a necessary item for any essential oil collection, doTERRA Lavender Aromatherapy Essential Oil, 15 ml, boasts a wide range of uses due to its calming and soothing effects, promoting better sleep and releasing tension.

Description
Lavender has been used and prized for centuries for its unmistakable aroma and countless benefits. In ancient times, the Egyptians and Romans used Lavender for bathing, relaxation, cooking and as a perfume. Its calming and relaxing qualities, when taken internally, continue to be the best method of using this oil.
Applied to the skin, Lavender is frequently used to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. Add to bath water, or behind the ear to relieve stress. Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding or the soles of your feet to relax and prepare for a restful sleep. Due to the versatile properties of lavender oil, it is considered that the oil must be permanently with us.


Uses of lavender oil
1. Add a few drops of Lavender on pillows, sheets or the soles of your feet at bedtime.
2. Keep a bottle of lavender on hand to ease occasional skin irritations.
3. Freshen your closet or bedding, mattress, car or air by combining Lavender with water in a spray bottle.
4. Take internally to reduce anxious feelings. *
5. Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add flavor to marinades, confectionery.

Instructions
In diffuser: Use three to four drops in your desired diffuser.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in min 120-150 ml of water.
Topical use: Apply one or two drops to the desired area. It is diluted with coconut oil to minimize any skin sensitivity or in virgin olive oil, argan oil, etc. See additional precautions below.


Precautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing or caring for a doctor, consult your doctor. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears and sensitive areas.

The main actions:
• Reduces occasional skin irritations
• Taken internally, Lavender reduces feelings of anxiety and helps with peaceful sleep
• Helps relieve feelings of tension.


Aromatic description: Powder, floral, light

Collection method: Steam distillation

Plant part used: Flower

Main constituents: Linalool, Linalyl acetate, Ocimene - all basic ingredients of lavender oil

Serving size: 1 drop

A 15 ml bottle: contains 255 drops