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Lavender Essential Oil
is one of the most popular and versatile essential oils used in body care products as well as in aromatherapy. It is derived from the lavender plant (Lavandula Angustifolia) and it can be cold pressed or steamed-distilled.
SCULLYS Lavender Essential Oil
The essential oil of lavender promotes relaxation and it is believed to treat anxiety, fungal infections, allergies, depression, insomnia, eczema, nausea, and menstrual cramps.
Probably the most multipurpose oil of all essential oils, Lavender Essential Oil has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antidepressant, antiseptic, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, as well as antispasmodic, analgesic, detoxifying, purifying, hypotensive, and sedative effects.
The Scullys Lavender Essential Oil is 100% pure and organic, steamed-distilled from lavender flowers. It is available pure, in a handy 12ml drop-dispenser bottle, or in the formula of all the products of the Scullys Lavender range.
Here are some good tips for you on how to use the Scullys pure Lavender Essential Oil:
To prevent and heal acne
Lavender oil works to kill bacteria, and this can prevent and heal acne breakouts. It unclogs pores and reduces inflammation when you put it on your skin.
To use Scullys pure lavender essential oil against acne, dilute it in coconut oil or another carrier oil suitable for use on skin, and apply it to your skin after washing your face.
Soothes eczema and dry skin
Eczema can show up anywhere on your body. With eczema, your skin gets dry, itchy, and scaly. Due to its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties, Scullys pure lavender essential oil can help heal skin eczema. For the same reasons, it can also be used to treat psoriasis.
To use the Scullys pure lavender essential oil for eczema, mix 2 drops of Scullys pure lavender essential oil with 2 teaspoons of coconut oil. You can use it daily.
A good remedy to fight fine wrinkles
Free Radicals are partly responsible for fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Scullys pure lavender essential oil is full of antioxidants, which help protect you from the free radicals. To use Scullys pure lavender essential oil against wrinkles, mix a few drops of the lavender essential oil with some with coconut oil. This mixture can be used as a moisturizer once or twice a day.
Anti-inflammatory ability
The beta-caryophyllene contained in the Scullys pure lavender essential acts as a natural anti-inflammatory.
To treat the skin inflammation, mix 1 to 3 drops of Scullys pure lavender essential oil with 1 to 2 teaspoons of coconut oil. You can apply the mixture three times a day.
It helps heal small wounds
If you have a small burn, cut or scratch, Scullys pure lavender essential oil may help speed up the wound-healing process by promoting the healing of skin tissue.
To use lavender oil on small wounds, mix 3 or 4 drops of Scullys pure lavender essential oil together with a few drops of coconut oil . Apply the mixture on your wound gently with a cotton ball. If your wound has already healed, lavender oil can reduce the remaining scars as well.
A natural repellent for insects
Lavender oil does double duty when it comes to those nasty insects and especially mosquitos. It acts as an insect repellent, and it can relieve the itching after a bite.
Both candles and sprays of the Scullys Lavender range contains the Scullys pure lavender essential oil, and they can also be used to repel mosquitos and other bugs. If those mosquitos are still too many to handle, you can add a few drops to any of the Scullys Lavender Soy Candles and put it outdoors.
To make a homemade spray, mix 5 drops of Scullys pure lavender essential oil in 250ml of water in a spray bottle and shake well. This is a natural remedy, you can spray it on your body and your clothes before you go outside.
Insect bites cause redness, itching, and pain. They can sometimes become infected. Lavender oil helps relieve insect bites by eliminating bacteria and reducing inflammation. It also naturally helps relieve pain.
To treat an insect bite with Scullys pure lavender essential oil, mix 1 or 2 drops with some coconut oil. Put the mixture on the bite twice a day or more.
Lavender oil also works well for treating poison ivy.
Lavender Essential Oil can also improve hair health
It’s a natural antimicrobial
Due to its antimicrobial and purifying properties, when applied to hair or scalp lavender essential oil may prevent bacteria and fungi from growing. In particular, it may prevent itchy scalp or dandruff and even infections, reinforcing at the same time the hair structure.
How to use Scullys Pure Lavender Essential Oil for hair care
There are many ways to use and apply lavender oil to one’s hair. Depending on the benefits you want to experience, certain applications are better than others.
You can massage the oil into your scalp
Always mix a few drops of lavender essential oil with equal parts of coconut or Jojoba oil before applying onto your scalp.
This is best to do following a bath or shower. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes and then rinse out afterward. You can leave it in overnight with your hair wrapped in a towel if you want maximum benefits. You’ll also experience lavender’s calming and lovely scent as well as some scalp-healing effects.
Add the Scullys pure lavender essential oil to your hair products
For example, you can add a few drops of Scullys pure lavender essential oil lavender oil to shampoo, conditioner, or another hair product.
NOTE: only add about five drops of lavender oil per 30ml of product to be safe. Next, use your hair product as directed.
Use it as often as you would use your hair products regularly.
Does lavender oil have side effects?
Make sure not to apply too much lavender essential oil to your skin or onto your scalp. Too much essential oil can irritate the skin. To avoid this, always use the essential oil mixed with a carrier oil such as coconut or jojoba oil.
Never ingest plain essential oils or get them in your eyes. If you accidentally get them in your eyes, wash your eyes immediately with cool water.
Be cautious using or inhaling lavender if you take sedatives or anti-depressants. There are known interactions with these medications that may exaggerate sleepiness or drowsiness.
Note that during pregnancy it is recommended to use lavender essential oil only as aromatherapy. Ideal for a soothing, relaxing, purifying and calming effect are the Scullys products of the Lavender range, especially the Soy Candles.
If you experience any side effects from using the Scullys pure lavender essential oil, such as a skin rash following the use of lavender oil on the skin, stop use and consult your doctor. It may be a sign that you’re allergic to lavender.
Other than these considerations, using diluted lavender essential oil topically is perfectly safe.