Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. Whether is lavender oil or lavender leafs it’s benefits are truly remarkable. Known as lavandula, lavender is a flower that belongs to the mint family. It has quite specific and strong smell: a fresh, sweet, floral, herbaceous aroma that is soothing and refreshing . From ancient times till today lavender is one of the most common use herbs. It has it’s roll in every aspect of life: beauty, health, housekeeping etc. Ancient Roman’s used lavender to scent their baths, and it was so expensive that if you were a farmer you would have to give your full month’s wage for just one pound, in other words only the richest people could enjoy its wonderful scent. Discover how to use this soothing herb to calm your stomach, mind, and skin and how to use it to make your home a pleasant place to be in.
Benefits of Adding Lavender to Your Daily Routine
#1 Recipes
Give your dishes a floral accent using lavender. Get creative, sprinkle on top of muffins or baked peaches in the summer days. But careful, you only need a little lavender to notice it strong scent.
#2 Dandruff
Make a hair rinse that effectively fight dandruff. Steep lavender as you would to make tea, let it cool down and next time you wash your hair use it to wash away the dandruff. Use daily if dandruff doesn't go away.
#3 Cuts and scrapes
Lavender has natural antiseptic properties. If you cut yourself, instead of using alcohol try rubbing lavender oil instead. It's a nice alternative for children.
#4 Fresh-Scented Laundry
Try tying a bundle of lavender blossoms in a cloth and when your washing machine is on the dryer circle add it. It will give your sheets and towels a fresh, flowery scent without using harsh and unnecessary chemicals.
#5 Skin Relief
If you have irritated, burned or chafed skin add lavender oil to your moisturizer or in a spray bottle and gently apply it daily. If you are prone to oily skin consult with a dermatologist. Lavender has anti inflammatory properties.
#6 Sleep Accessories
Do you have trouble falling a sleep? Lavender has calming properties. Tie up fresh flowers in a satchel, small pillow case, or reusable eye pillow and see for yourself the enchanting effects and better sleep.
#7 Bath
Lavender essential oil can help with all of the occasional muscle issues particularly after exercise .If you have muscle tension or you feel anxious, add either lavender oil or mix lavender blossoms with bath salt, sit back and enjoy.
#8 Perfume
Want a natural, chemical-free, flowery scented alternative perfume? You will need: 1 tablespoon grated beeswax , 1 tablespoon almond oil and 5 to 6 drops lavender essential oil. In a microwave heat up the beeswax and almond oil, stir well and add lavender oil. Voila.
#9 Tea
Lavender tea like most teas cleanses your body, is really good for your stomach, and is a great antioxidant. This tea is the most fragrant tea you will ever try. The making is just like any other herb. Boil water, add lavender, let it sit for a while and then take out the lavender from the tea.
#10 Headache And Jet Lag
Keep a small bottle of lavender essential oil in your purse, and when headache occur you will have the perfect weapon. Lavender is considered to be an an antidepressant such as amitriptyline.
