4 Ways to Use Lavender Essential Oil

4 Ways to Use Lavender Essential Oil Lavender oil’s versatility is unmatched. It is a powerhouse oil that is great for aromatherapy beginners and experts alike. Here are 5 ways you can make great use of Lavender in your health and wellness routine.

1. Create a hydrating face oil

Lavender oil’s antibacterial properties make it effective for preventing acne and healing acne scars. It helps clean out your pores and reduces inflammation by absorbing into your skin. After washing your face, mix 2-3 drops of Lavender oil with a carrier oil and apply to your skin. And did someone say anti-aging? Lavender is packed with antioxidants that rid the skin of free radicals that cause aging. Try a few drops of Lavender with Way of Will’s Age Therapy carrier oil and apply to clean skin.

2. Use a diffuser

Diffusing Lavender oil is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your home. Not only does it purify the air, but it kills germs and reduces congestion and symptoms of the common cold and flu. Alongside its antibacterial qualities, it smells so amazing! Lavender’s sweet, floral scent is calming and soothing for the soul. You can reduce stress and uplift mood by adding 5-6 drops into your diffuser for 15-20 minutes.

3. Treat cuts, bug bites and open wounds

No more hydrogen peroxide and alcohol needed to clean a cut, burn or open wound. Simply use 1 drop of Lavender oil on a small cut to clean out the bacteria and speed up the healing process. Summer is almost here and you can expect a few insect bites here and there, and Lavender is effective in treating bug bites by reducing itching and swelling.

4. Experiment with DIY

Lavender oil should be a staple in any household because of its plethora of uses and benefits. Try out these DIY recipes at home.

Garment freshener

There are going to be days where you will need to keep your clothes smelling fresh in between laundry days. Here’s how you can create your own garment freshener spray!

• 8oz glass spray bottle
• 1 tbsp of baking soda for its power in eliminating odor naturally
• 1 cup of purified water
• 8-10 drops of Lavender essential oil

*Mix baking soda and Lavender oil together in a small bowl, then add the cup of purified water. Mix well and spray on fabrics and garments for fresh scent and natural deodorization. OR check out Way of Will’s 43 Clothing Refresh Grapefruit and Lavender Clothing Spray!

Massage oil

Create a natural, aromatherapeutic massage oil to relax muscles and ease tension.

• 4oz glass container
• 3 tbsp of Muscle Therapy carrier oil to increase the effectiveness of your normal muscle massage
• 4 drops of Lavender essential oil to soothe and calm muscles
• 3 drops of Lemongrass essential oil to reduce muscle pain and improve skin complexion
• 3 drops of Peppermint essential oil for a cool, tingly sensation

*Mix well. Recommended use for after the shower on damp skin.

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