MAR 9, 2020
As spring begins it's slow northward greening, we wanted to share some practical uses for lavender!
Feeling stressed? Dab a little lavender oil on your pillow at night for restful sleep. Place a drop or two on your temples or under your nose to take the edge off.
Lavender flowers and water were used by nurses to wash linens and bathe patients. This knowledge was lost as hospitals began to rely on more powerful drugs and antiseptics, but lavender’s benefits haven’t gone anywhere! You can substitute lavender oil for the flowers by using 8-10 drops per cup.
Lavender Infusion For Cleaning
4 tbsp lavender flowers
5 cups water
Directions
Add flowers and water to a pot. Cover, and simmer for a fifteen minutes, adding water as necessary to maintain the ratio. Add to spray bottle and use as a surface cleaner!
You can add a few tablespoons of lavender to all kinds of baked goods, savory and sweet. Check out our favorite Lavender Lemon Scone recipe!
Lavender has been found to speed wound healing and reduce scarring. It is one of the only essential oils safe to apply directly to skin.
Lavender First Aid Recipe
In a small bowl or on a cotton wad, mix 2-3 drops pure lavender oil with a few drops of coconut or almond oil. Apply gently to affected area.*
A study showed that women who used lavender essential oil as aromatherapy during hot flashes lowered the duration by 50%! Dab oil under your nose and on your temples for relief.
Lavender oil can be useful for relieving nausea from motion sickness. It also helps relieve anxiety, which can be part of the problem, or make the nausea worse. Carry some with you on your next trip!
