Glenda Lasbury MIIR(Reg'd), MAR, T.A.Th. Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Hopi Ear Candle Consultant Nottingham

Lavender

Properties, effects and methods of use

Emotional

Uplifting and soothing; alleviates stress, anxiety, depression and general debility, helpful for insomnia, headaches and migraine. Used in inhalations, vaporizers, compresses, baths, application or massage.

Respiratory

antiseptic and anti-inflammatory and regenerative: sooths acne, eczema, dandruff, hair loss, head lice, nappy rash, sunburn, insect bites and boils, relieves athlete’s foot and herpes simplex: effective for burns and stretch marks since it promotes cell growth and helps to minimize scarring. Used in masks, compresses, baths or application.

Digestive

Cleansing and calming: helps bad breath, mouth ulcers, indigestion, flatulence, nausea and gastroenteritis. Used in compresses, application or massage.

Circulatory

Sedative and decongestant; lowers blood pressure; reduces palpitations; alleviates fluid retention by assisting elimination of waste products through the lymphatic system. Used in baths application or massage.

Muscular

Analgesic and anti-inflammatory; helpful for muscular sprains, aches, pains and rheumatism. Used in compresses, baths, application or massage.

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