Lavender oil is the most universal oil and has a tranquil aroma that is soothing to the senses, as well as to the skin when applied topically. Taken internally, it contains antioxidants, may provide immune support, and can be used to add a floral flavor to your evening tea.*
Lavender is one of the most popular and widely used essential oils that Young Living produces. Learn about it’s rich history and how Lavender’s tranquil aroma is soothing for the senses. Watch the video here.
Get to Know
PRODUCT BACKGROUND
Did you know that lavender is part of the mint family and is one of our most popular oils? Young Living has three farms that grow lavender, located in Utah, Idaho, and France. Lavender is steam distilled from the flowering tops of the plant, and it takes 27 square feet of lavender plants to make one 15 ml bottle of Lavender essential oil. In ancient Greece, Pedanius Dioscorides, a physician pharmacologist and botanist, praised the many qualities and uses of lavender. You can find Lavender essential oil in many Young Living blends, including Stress Away™, Tranquil™, RutaVaLa™, Forgiveness™, and Harmony™.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Lavandula angustifolia
BOTANICAL FAMILY:
Lamiaceae
REGIONS FOUND:
Utah, Idaho, France
PLANT PART USED:
Flowering top
EXTRACTION METHOD:
Steam distilled from flowering top
YL REGION:
Most Young Living Lavender essential oil comes from France and the United States.
Lavender essential oil joined the Young Living family in 1994.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)† flowering top
†100% pure essential oil
Product Snapshot
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Includes the naturally occurring constituents linalyl acetate, linalool, and ocimene
Topical
- May help cleanse and soothe minor skin irritations
- Can be soothing to the skin after a day in the sun
- May help reduce the appearance of blemishes
- Supports aging skin
Aromatic
AROMATIC PROFILE
- From the bottle: Sweet, herbaceous, floral aroma
ALSO FOUND IN
WORKS WELL WITH
Suggested Uses
APPLICATIONS
Topical
- Add a few drops to lotions, shampoos, and skin care products for a classic aroma and more youthful complexion.
- Unwind in the evening with a calming, Lavender-infused neck or back massage.
- Use Lavender as part of a bedtime routine by rubbing it on the bottoms of your feet or diffusing it next to your bed.
- Add it to V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex and apply topically to soothe the skin after a day in the sun.
Aromatic
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Add 4 drops of Lavender and 1 cup of Epsom salt to a bath to create a relaxing environment.
EXPERIENCE
Lavender essential oil has a floral, calming scent that can be used aromatically or topically. With its many benefits, Lavender is one of our most popular products.
DIRECTIONS
Topical: Apply 2–4 drops directly to desired area. Dilution not required, except for the most sensitive skin. Use as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
WHERE TO DIFFUSE
- Fill your bedroom with Lavender’s calming aroma in the evening for a soothing space conducive to sleep.
- Infuse the nursery with the gentle floral scent during nap time for a welcoming and restful environment that sets your little one up for sweet dreams.
- Unwind with a spa-like setting anywhere by combining Lavender with other luxurious scents such as Eucalyptus, Bergamot, or Cedarwood.
CAUTIONS:
Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.