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Lavender is one of the most gentle and versatile essential oils. Clears and stimulates the mind. Eases insomnia, stress, worry, shock, depression, impatience. Beneficial for respiratory problems such as bronchitis, asthma, colds, flu, coughs, sore throat. Helps to alleviate headaches (massage a drop into temples and forehead). Lavender helps to strengthen the immune system and speeds the healing process, especially when used in bath and massage. It has strong antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Excellent for burns and wounds, insect bites/stings, infections, poison ivy and oak, skin problems, cold sores and athlete's foot. May be used undiluted directly on the skin. When used with massage it helps to relieve muscular, arthritic and rheumatic pain.
Uses: Bath, massage, sauna, steam inhalation, chest rub, hair and skin care, diffuser, spray mist.
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