Calming & sleep
Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
- Part used
- Flowers
- Botanical family
- Lamiaceae
Lavender fields have perfumed the Mediterranean since the Romans, who added it to their bathwater ('lavare'). The linalool in its essential oil has a proven calming effect: a few drops on the pillow or an evening infusion of the flowers soothes the nervous system and eases sleep. Externally it's also antiseptic and healing.
Traditional uses
- Nervousness and mild anxiety
- Trouble sleeping
- Essential oil for room and pillow
Traditionally used for
insomnianervesanxietytension headachestress
How to prepare it
Evening flower infusion, or essential oil in a diffuser or a few drops on the pillow.
Pairs well with: Linden, Lemon balm, Valerian
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