Lavender has a fresh, sweet, floral, herbaceous aroma that is soothing and refreshing. Because it is the most versatile of all essential oils, no home should be without it. Lavender is highly regarded for skin and beauty.
Product Snapshot
Features & Benefits
Promotes feelings of calm and fights occasional nervous tension
Has balancing properties that calm the mind and body
Cleanses and soothes minor skin irritations
Can be soothing to the skin after a day in the sun
Reduces the appearance of blemishes
Supports aging skin
Includes the naturally occurring constituents linalyl acetate, linalool, and ocimene
Aromatic Profile
Sweet, herbaceous, floral aroma
Key Constituents
Linalyl acetate
Linalool
Cis-beta-ocimene
Trans-beta-ocimene
Terpinen-4-ol
Also Found In
Aroma Siez essential oil blend
Gentle Baby essential oil blend
Seedlings Baby Wipes
Everyday Oils collection
Works Well With
Peace & Calming® essential oil blend
Stress Away Roll-On
Dewdrop Diffuser
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lavandula angustifolia* (Lavender) oil
†100% pure essential oil
Suggested Uses
Applications
Add a few drops to lotions, shampoos, and skin care products for a classic aroma and more youthful complexion.
Add 4 drops of Lavender and 1 cup of Epsom salt to a bath to create a relaxing environment.
Unwind in the evening with a calming, Lavender-infused neck or back massage.
Use Lavender as part of a bedtime routine by rubbing it on the bottoms of your feet or diffusing it next to your bed.
Add it to V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex and apply topically to soothe the skin after a day in the sun.
Where to Diffuse
Fill your bedroom with Lavender’s calming aroma in the evening for a soothing space conducive to sleep.
Infuse the nursery with the gentle floral scent during naptime for a welcoming and restful environment that sets your little one up for sweet dreams.
Unwind with a spa-like setting anywhere by combining Lavender with other luxurious scents such as Eucalyptus, Bergamot, or Cedarwood.
Experience
Lavender essential oil has a floral, calming scent that can be used aromatically or topically. With its many benefits, Lavender is one of our most popular products.
Label Directions
Topical: Apply 2–4 drops directly to desired area. Dilution not required, except for the most sensitive skin. Use as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
Cautions: Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.
Get to Know
Product Background
Did you know that lavender is part of the mint family and is one of our most popular oils? Young Living has three farms that grow lavender, located in Utah, Idaho, and France. Lavender is steam distilled from the flowering tops of the plant, and it takes 27 square feet of lavender plants to make one 15-ml bottle of Lavender essential oil. In ancient Greece, Pedanius Dioscorides, a physician pharmacologist and botanist, praised the many qualities and uses of lavender. You can find Lavender essential oil in many Young Living blends, including Stress Away™, Tranquil™, RutaVaLa™, Forgiveness™, and Harmony™.
Scientific name: Lavandula angustifolia
Botanical family: Lamiaceae
Region(s) grown: Utah, Idaho, France
Plant part used: Flowering top
Extraction method: Steam distilled from flowering top
YL Region: Most Young Living Lavender essential oil comes from France and the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much plant material is required to produce this oil?
A: It takes 27 square feet of lavender plants to make one 15-ml bottle of lavender oil.
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