Lavender essential oil

Ingredients and smell
The core ingredients are linalool (about 30%-50%) and linalyl acetate (about 20%-30%), which give it the core effects of sedation, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory; it also contains lavender alcohol, eucalyptol, etc., which synergistically enhance activity.
Unique smell: fresh and soft floral fragrance with a light woody tone, not pungent or ostentatious, it can make people feel relaxed when smelled, and has a soothing and soothing temperament.
Main effects
1. Emotional regulation and sleep assistance
Relieve anxiety and stress: Linalool can act on the central nervous system, inhibit over-excited nerve signals, reduce tension, irritability, anxiety (such as work pressure, mood swings), and calm people quickly.
Improve sleep quality: It is a recognized "sleep-aiding essential oil" and has a significant auxiliary effect on problems such as difficulty falling asleep, shallow sleep, and easy awakening (by reducing cortisol levels and improving relaxation), especially suitable for insomnia caused by emotional or environmental interference.
2. All-rounder in skin care
Repairing sensitivity and redness: Lavender essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties, which can relieve sensitivity and redness caused by damaged skin barrier (such as seasonal sensitivity and mild sunburn), and promote skin self-repair.
Lightening acne marks and scars: Its ingredients can accelerate skin metabolism, and have an auxiliary lightening effect on new red acne marks and minor scratch scars (long-term persistence is required, and massage is more effective).
Balance oil and acne removal: Mild antibacterial properties can inhibit Propionibacterium acnes, reduce acne formation, and regulate sebaceous gland secretion, which is suitable for daily care of oily and mixed skin.
Soothing skin discomfort: It has an immediate soothing effect on the redness, swelling and itching after mosquito bites and the burning sensation after minor burns (such as boiling water or hot oil splashing on the skin), which can relieve pain and prevent inflammation from worsening.
3. Body and health aid
Relieve muscle and joint discomfort: Massage the shoulders, neck, waist and back with base oil to promote local blood circulation and relieve muscle soreness, stiffness, or joint fatigue caused by long-term sitting and exercise (such as tight shoulders and neck after long-term desk work).
Improve respiratory discomfort: It can help relieve coughs and sore throats caused by colds (soothe the respiratory mucosa through steam inhalation), especially suitable for nighttime coughs that affect sleep.
How to use
Aromatherapy machine: Add 3-5 drops of essential oil, add clean water, and use it in the bedroom 1 hour before bedtime to create a soothing atmosphere and help you relax and fall asleep; when you feel anxious during the day, you can also use a small amount (2-3 drops) in the office to calm your emotions.
Diffuser stone/sachet: Drop 2-3 drops of essential oil in a diffuser stone or a dried bouquet, place it at the bedside or desk, and continue to emit fragrance (no power supply required, suitable for business trips).
Direct application: For new acne and mosquito bites, you can take 1 drop of pure lavender essential oil (make sure it is genuine) and apply it directly (sensitive skin is recommended to dilute it first), 1-2 times a day to promote disappearance.
With skin care products: Add 2-3 drops of essential oil to 10ml of cream, lotion or essence, mix well and apply it to the whole face. It is suitable for daily oil control and anti-inflammatory of oily and mixed skin; dry skin can be used with base oil (such as jojoba oil, sweet almond oil) to enhance moisturizing.
Mask auxiliary: Before applying the mask, add 1 drop of essential oil to the mask essence, or add 1 drop to the homemade aloe vera gel mask to enhance the soothing effect (especially suitable for after-sun repair).
Muscle relaxation: Add 3-5 drops of lavender essential oil to 10ml of base oil (such as grapeseed oil, olive oil), massage the sore parts such as shoulders, neck, legs, etc., and the effect is better with hot compress.
Bathing for relief: Add 5-6 drops of essential oil to the bathtub (you can mix it with milk first to avoid direct contact with the skin), soak in the bath for 15 minutes, relieve fatigue and improve sleep (suitable for bedtime).
Daily tricks
Clothing fragrance: Add 2 drops of essential oil to the softener when washing clothes, and the dried clothes will have a light fragrance; or drop 1 drop in the wardrobe sachet to prevent moisture and emit natural fragrance.
First aid for minor burns: After the skin is slightly burned (without breaking the skin), rinse with cold water for 10 minutes immediately, wipe dry and apply 1-2 drops of pure lavender essential oil to reduce the burning sensation and reduce the risk of scarring.
Precautions
Although lavender essential oil is one of the few essential oils that can be directly applied to a small area, it still needs to be diluted for large-area use (especially for sensitive skin and dry skin) to avoid long-term high-concentration use that may damage the skin barrier. Before first use, it is recommended to do an allergy test behind the ear or on the inside of the wrist: apply after dilution, and use it again if there is no redness, swelling or itching within 24 hours.
Contraindications for special groups
Infants and young children (under 3 years old): Avoid using pure essential oils directly. If you need to use them, dilute them with extremely low concentrations (such as 1 drop of base oil in 10ml) and use them under adult supervision to prevent accidental ingestion.
Pregnant women: It is recommended to avoid using them in the early stages of pregnancy (the first 3 months). If you need to use them in the middle and late stages of pregnancy, you need to consult a doctor. Low concentrations (below 0.5%) are relatively safe for local use (such as massaging the legs to relieve edema).
Patients with low blood pressure: Lavender has a slight blood pressure-lowering effect. Large amounts of use by people with low blood pressure may aggravate dizziness, so the dosage needs to be controlled.
Use scenario restrictions
Avoid too high a concentration (especially in a confined space) when using aromatherapy, otherwise it may cause dizziness and nausea; the amount used in the bedroom should be "able to smell a faint fragrance", and excessive use may affect breathing.
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. If it accidentally enters the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water (do not rub the eyes) and seek medical attention if necessary.
Storage method
After sealing, store in a cool and dark place (avoid direct sunlight), away from children and pets; the unopened shelf life is about 3-5 years. After opening, it is recommended to use it up within 1 year to prevent oxidation of ingredients and affect efficacy.