Essential Oils
Everything you need to know about essential oils and ordering through Oil Heavens.
Lavender
What Is Lavender Essential Oil? Lavender essential oil is extracted from the flowers of the Lavandula angustifolia plant through steam distillation. It is one of the most widely used and researched essential oils in the world, loved for its fresh, floral, and calming scent. Young Living’s Lavender oil is sourced from their own farms and partner farms, ensuring the highest purity from seed to seal.
Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil
Promotes Calm and Relaxation Lavender is best known for its ability to create a sense of calm. Diffusing it in your home helps ease the tension of a long day and creates a peaceful atmosphere for the whole family.
Supports Better Sleep Diffusing lavender in the bedroom before bedtime is one of the most popular uses. Many families in Singapore use it as part of their nightly wind-down routine — especially helpful for children who struggle to settle.
Soothes Skin Irritations When diluted with a carrier oil, lavender can be applied topically to help soothe minor skin irritations, insect bites, and redness.
Freshens the Home A few drops of lavender in a diffuser naturally freshens any room without synthetic chemicals — great for bedrooms, living areas, and nurseries.
Eases Occasional Stress Inhaling lavender directly from the bottle or diffusing it during stressful moments can help you feel more grounded and centred.
How to Use Lavender Oil
Diffusing Add 4-6 drops to your diffuser with water. Try these simple blends:
- Sleep Blend: 3 Lavender + 2 Cedarwood
- Calm Blend: 3 Lavender + 2 Frankincense
- Fresh Home: 3 Lavender + 3 Lemon
Topical Use Dilute 1-2 drops with a teaspoon of coconut oil. Apply to wrists, neck, or soles of feet.
Direct Inhalation Open the bottle and inhale deeply — simple and effective for immediate calm.
Pillow Spray Mix 5 drops lavender with water in a small spray bottle. Spritz on pillows before bed.
Is Lavender Safe for Kids? Yes — lavender is one of the gentlest oils and is widely used around children. Always dilute before applying to skin. For diffusing around babies under 12 months, keep sessions short and ensure good ventilation.
Is Lavender Safe for Pets? Use with caution around cats — they are more sensitive to essential oils. Ensure the room is well ventilated and your pet can leave if needed.
Fun Facts About Lavender
- The word lavender comes from the Latin “lavare” meaning “to wash”
- Ancient Romans used lavender to scent their baths and clothes
- Lavender fields are found across France, Bulgaria, and Young Living’s own farms in Utah and France
- It is one of the few oils that can be applied neat (undiluted) directly to skin in small amounts
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