Therapeutic benefits of Lavender in aromatherapy and skin application
Lavender oil, prominently derived from Lavandula angustifolia is popularly known for being a therapeutic agent. Considered as a multi-dimensional plant in the western natural healing systems of aromatherapy and herbal remedies. It was also used as an antibacterial essential during World War I. In addition to its antimicrobial effect, it is believed to have sedative, carminative, anti-depressive, and anti-inflammatory properties which can contribute to the overall wellness of the human body. Lavender oil is considered to physically and psychologically calm an individual to reduce anger and fatigue.
Lavender for Aromatherapy :
The main components of Lavender are linalool and linalyl acetate which are proven to absorb rapidly through the skin and thus also used in aromatherapy for a soothing soak. Several investigations suggest that lavender possesses relaxation-inducing, anticonvulsive, and mood-stabilizing properties helping altogether in the soundness of our nervous systems. Acute and chronic or intractable pain can be soothed using lavender oil. Massaging feet using lavender essential oil helps in lowering blood pressure, stabilizing heart rates and respiratory rates. Its anxiolytic and calming properties make lavender the best choice for aromatherapy. It is reported as the most successful and safe complementary therapy in the reduction of body pain. Operated by inhalation, lavender oil is proven to reduce anxiety levels in individuals with chronic anxiety disorders.
Lavender has been proposed as one of the best remedies to improve the quality go sleep and treat insomnia. The effectiveness of lavender odor on quality and duration of sleep is said to be preferred over any unwanted sedative or drugs. It contributes to rebalancing sleep cycles and helps in improving the overall physical and mental health without any side effects.
Lavender for local application :
Lavender has the ability to combat inflammation and is used to cure inflammatory sores.
Due to its antibacterial and antifungal characteristics, it is scientifically proven that lavender can kill Staphylococcus aureus, a type of bacteria that causes eczema.
Lavender also helps in soothing sunburns. Using lavender to cure sunburns is one of the most effective ways to repair your skin.
Apart from its medicative properties, lavender oil is non-comedogenic which means it prevents pores from clogging. This is the reason it can be used as a daily toner or directly on pimples as a medicament.
One of the studies shows that lavender helps in stimulating the tissue repairing process thereby aiding to heal wounds and skin injuries.
As an anti-aging essential, lavender oil also contains antioxidants that help in reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
In conclusion, lavender oil is one of those necessities that take care of our overall wellbeing without the concern of any aftereffects.
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