Lavandin

Description

e3’s Lavandin — Experience its Soothing Embrace

Latin name: Lavandula hybrida
Country of Origin: France
Part of the plant: Flowers
Extraction method: Steam distilled
Main biochemical components*:  Linalool, linalyl acetate, camphor, 1,8 Cineole
Properties: Antibacterial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, soothing, uplifting.
Note: Top to Middle
Aroma: Sweet floral, hint of camphor
Blends well with: Add more uplift with citrus oils like Bergamot, more grounding with Woody oils like Cedarwood, Cypress, and Pine, more invigoration with herbal oils Clary Sage, Marjoram, Rosemary, and Thyme, and more sweetness with floral oils like Geranium and Rose.

Lavandin is a fantastic go-to to uplift your mood and soothe your spirit. It’s a hybrid, blending the qualities of two lavender varieties — true Lavender (angustifolia) and Lavender Spike (latifolia). Lavandin combines lavender’s well-loved soothing effects with an invigorating twist, thanks to its camphor and 1,8-cineole components. Lavandin energizes the senses, helps to clear the mind, and lays a foundation of calmness.

Benefits & Therapeutic Uses

Physical uses: Soothes minor aches and pains, supports respiratory health, helps to calm headaches, and aids in relaxation for restful sleep.

 Skin care uses: Use for minor skin irritations and blemishes and to enhance skin complexion.

 Psychological uses: Reduces stress and anxiety, enhances mood, and fosters mental clarity and focus.

 Subtle uses: Encourages emotional equilibrium, strengthens resilience against daily stresses, and promotes harmony and creativity.

*Chemical components: Chemical component percentages may vary. Essential 3 offers a Certificate of Analysis for review.

Which One to Choose Lavandin, Lavender (E.Europe), Lavender (France), or Lavender Spike?

Similarities: All true lavenders (Lavandula angustifolia) have a fresh, sweet, soft, herbaceous, floral aroma. Our true lavenders, Lavender (E. Europe) and Lavender (France) are somewhat interchangeable in their uses – being versatile for skin care and the nervous system. Since Lavandin is a hybrid it is similar to true lavender and Lavender Spike with its camphor and 1,8-cineole components.

Differences: Lavandin’s delightful, sweet floral aroma is softer than Lavender EE, yet sharper than Lavender French. Lavender (E. Europe) has a rich yet mellow floral, fruity scent. Since it’s lower in cost, it’s a popular option for skin and beauty care or household uses. Lavender (France) is grown at higher altitudes and has a slightly more intense floral note with balsamic undertones. Its therapeutic qualities make it a good choice for treating inflammation, insomnia, reducing stress, and cuts and scrapes. Lavender Spike is distinct for its fresh, sharp, camphoraceous aroma. This makes it ideal for respiratory issues as well as muscle conditions and immune support.

How to Use Lavandin to Soothe Your Spirit

Add to Products: Essential oils can be added to pre-made, fragrance-free products to enhance their performance. Add 4-8 drops of Lavandin to 2 ounces of facial moisturizer; 6-30 drops to 1 ounce of lotion; 10-20 drops to 8 ounces of shampoo; 15-30 drops to 8 ounces of conditioner.

After Shower: After showering, while your skin is still wet, put 1-3 drops of this essential oil in the palm of one of your hands and rub your hands together. Quickly and evenly spread the essential oil over your legs, arms, and torso. Avoid sensitive skin areas. For maximum skin hydration and to seal in moisture, apply cream, lotion, or body oil directly to damp skin.

Bath: Mix 4-8 drops of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil, such as fractionated coconut oil. (You can also add the essential oil to 1/2 cup of whole milk or heavy cream.) Set aside. If you have muscle aches, add 1-2 cups Epsom or Dead sea salts. Fill the tub with warm water and immerse yourself. Add the essential oil mixture and swirl the water around you. Massage your skin and breathe in the aroma. Remain in the tub for 10-15 minutes.

Bath, Foot: Mix 1-3 drops of essential oil in 1/2 teaspoon of carrier oil, such as fractionated coconut oil. Set aside. Fill a tub (deep enough to cover your feet and ankles) with warm water. Add the essential oil mixture, stir well, and immerse your feet for 10-15 minutes. Breathe in the aroma and massage your feet.

Body Lotion: Add 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of fragrance-free, natural moisturizing lotion. Apply to your skin, especially after a shower or bath.

Body Oil: Mix 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of a carrier, such as fractionated coconut oil or sweet almond oil. Apply to your skin, especially after a shower or bath.

Chest Rub: Mix 5-15 drops of essential oil in 1 tablespoon of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion, apply to your upper chest and upper back.

Compress: Fill a basin with water. (Warm water relaxes and increases circulation. Cool water invigorates and relieves inflammation.) Add 3-5 drops of essential oil and briskly stir. Lay in a washcloth, wring and apply to the area in need for approximately 1-5 minutes. Dip, wring and apply 3 more times.

Compress, Facial: Fill the sink with warm water. Add 1-3 drops of essential oil to the water and agitate the water to mix well. Lay in a clean washcloth, wring, and apply to face, with eyes closed, holding in place for 5-10 seconds. Repeat dipping, wringing, and applying – 3 times. Pat dry.

Diffusion: Follow the diffuser manufacturer’s instructions to fill the air with a therapeutic aroma.
Easy alternatives when you don’t have a diffuser:
Place 2-4 drops of essential oil on several cotton balls or tissues; place nearby or tuck into the grate of fan or air vent in your home or car.

Facial Oil: Mix 2-5 drops of Lavandin in 1 ounce of a carrier such as jojoba, calendula, or rosehip seed oil.

Inhalation: Put 1-3 drops of essential oil on a tissue and inhale the aroma through your nose. Pause and inhale again. (Avoid touching your nose with the tissue.)

Inhalation, Hot Water: Add 1-2 drops of essential oil to a small bowl of hot water. Keeping your eyes tightly closed, lean over the bowl and breathe in deeply yet gently, pause then exhale. Continue for 30 seconds. Inhale through your nose for respiratory or sinus conditions and through your mouth for throat issues or coughs. Repeat as desired.

Massage: Mix 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion.

Perfume: Mix 10-20 drops of essential oil in 1 tablespoon of fractionated coconut oil. Apply to pulse points, such as inner wrists, behind knees, or backs of ankles.

Room Mist: Mix 30-60 drops of essential oil in 4 ounces of water in a mister bottle. Shake well before each use and avoid getting the mist into the eyes.

Skin Mist: Mix 10-40 drops of essential oil in 4 ounces of water in a mister bottle. Shake well before each use and avoid getting the mist into the eyes.

Scalp Oil: Mix 12-24 drops of Lavandin in 2 ounces of fractionated coconut oil or jojoba, or a blend of both. Store in a glass bottle with a cap. Use approximately 1 teaspoon to massage into scalp at night. Shampoo in the morning.

Spot Application: Mix 1-4 drops of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil or aloe vera and apply to the area in need.

E3 BLENDS CONTAINING LAVANDIN ESSENTIAL OIL

Lavender Blend Roll-on

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Rose Quartz Essential Oil Diffuser Gift Set

This is a fantastic gift for anyone who wants to discreetly enjoy their favorite essential oils throughout the day. Rose quartz is recognized as a stone of universal love supporting feelings of care for self and others. Add a few drops of essential oil to the lava bead, breathe in the calming, soothing aroma and feel yourself being enveloped in an aromatherapy hug.

The Methods of Use are general guidelines. Individual sensitivities, desired results, and the characteristics of the essential oil(s) used must all be considered. Adjust methods and proportions accordingly.

For external use only. Always dilute before use. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eyes and other sensitive areas. Keep away from direct flame – essential oils are flammable. If pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before using essential oils. Store at room temperature and avoid direct sunlight.

Aromatherapy: The use of natural, aromatic substances, known as essential oils, to enhance the well-being of the body, mind, and spirit. (This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. No information provided is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.)