Officinal lavender with its well-known floral fragrance. Invigorating and stimulating, its scent encourages concentration and supports the memory. Relaxing in cases of stress, it provides muscle relaxation and inner calm. Fragile and sensitive skin appreciates its gentleness. Very useful in aromatherapy, for novices and experts alike.
The word "lavender" comes from the Latin "lavare", meaning to wash. In the past, lavender was used in bath water and to wash clothes. Miller/Chaix organic True Lavender is grown in the South of France at a relatively low altitude. Its essential oil, obtained by distillation of the flowering tops, has typical aromatic notes.
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This essential oil of Lavender officinalis Miller/Chaix is slightly less rich in esters, but richer in linalool, a calming molecule. Inexpensive, it is a great help in many situations, but is less specific on a psycho-emotional level.
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Each lavender essential oil has its own temperament. The soft, floral nuance characteristic of fine lavender is less pronounced here, and the tonicity of the linalool is more pronounced. While it too regulates emotional instability well, it is more expressive and less inward-looking.
The information given in this Guide to essential oils is for information purposes only: it is a summary of the properties described in recognised aromatherapy books and/or in accordance with ancestral and popular traditions. The properties presented are taken from the works cited in the bibliography below. They do not constitute medical information or a list of indications.
