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Lavender

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

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essential oil

Lavender is a fragrant herb, native to the Mediterranean, prized for its soothing aroma and versatile healing properties. Used for over 2,500 years, it is recognized for its calming, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal qualities. Traditionally and in modern aromatherapy, lavender is utilized for relieving anxiety, stress, insomnia, headaches, and digestive issues. It also acts as a gentle nervine sedative and is employed topically for wound healing and infection prevention.

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Essential oil should not be ingested. May cause skin irritation in some individuals when used topically undiluted.

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