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Uses for Lavender
LAVENDER OIL
Lavender is considered by many aromatherapists to be the most versatile of all essential oils. It's a natural relaxant and stress reliever, and it has antiseptic and other healing properties. The following are just a few ideas of how you can use this wonderful oil.
- Rub a small amount on your temples to help relieve a headache.
- Pour a few drops into bathwater to soak and relax.
- Use a few drops in rinse cyle of wash.
- Use on burns and bites to relieve pain.
- Use on minor skin abrasions to aid in healing.
- Sprinkle a few drops on a cotton ball or hanky kept by your pillow to help you sleep.
LAVENDER FLOWER BUDS
Lavender is a natural moth and flea repellant as well as a natural relaxant and stress reliever.
To use as a moth repellant, simply place lavender sachets in drawers, closets, and trunks, or wherever you store natural fabrics. It works as good as moth balls and smells wonderful.
To use as a flea repellant:
- Bring a quart of water to boiling. Pour it over 3 tablespoons lavender flowers, and let it steep until cool. Transer to a spray bottle and spray pets and their sleeping areas.
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- Sprinkle flowers on carpets, under couch cushions, around pets sleeping areas, etc. (an added attraction is when you vacuum it up, you fragrance your home with lavender.)
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