In blanched linen, smooth, and lavender'd. "
John Keats
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Many a time, we have used lavender at home to spritz and freshen linen. Other than being pretty to look at, lavender has a multitude of uses. At the risk of boring you, here is the list.
1)Antidepressant- Lavender is known to be soothing to the emotions and has widely been used as such in aromatherapy for relieving anxiety, depression and stress
2)Antispetic- Good for cuts, wounds. Apply neat with a cotton bud.
3)Analgesic-Pain relief, especially in the case of burns including sunburns. Bathe in cool water, and the apply neat with a cotton bud.
4)Cicatrizant-Promotes healing of sores, and helps in scar free healing. Helps with repair of skin tissues. Swipe undiluted over cleansed wound every day.
5)Vulnerary- Helps in the treatment of wounds
6)Nervine-Calms overly jumpy nerves. Diffuse with reeds or in an aromatherapy oil burner.
7)Expectorant-When inhaled, mixed with a bowl if hot water., helps to clear clogged sinuses
8)Other uses-As an insect repellant, and to sooth insect bites. Treatment of shingles, as well as a soothing massage oil when diluted with other carrier oils. Helps in eczema, acne giddiness, headaches, insomnia, and jet lag.
The above list is not exhaustive. The Belle also likes lavender oil mixed into a spritzer as a pillow spray. My family prefers to use tea tree oil for the sheets. More about that later. (DIY Recipes coming up!)
A word of warning though: As with all essential oils, use with caution when pregnant, in young children and the elderly. Best to avoid completely if you have a tendency towards being extremely sensitive.
Stay tuned for The Belle's family favourite: Tea Tree oil. Coming up next! See you soon!
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