7 Amazing Health Benefits of Lavender Oil: Best Natural Remedy for Anxiety, Stress, and Insomnia
- Arpita Aadhya
- 13 October, 2020
- 2 mins ago
Full disclosure, this is a love letter to Lavender oil aka the magic potion for stress, anxiety, and Insomnia, aka miracle in a bottle which heals wounds and shields the skin from fungus and bacteria or any kind of external infection.
Lavender roots back to the Mediterranean and Middle East, the sweet-scented herb with Purplish Blue flower that loves well-soaked soil and a warm sunbath.
Lavender has been in the talk for its medicinal and healing properties for centuries throughout history across the globe. It has been used by the Greek Physician and Roman army for healing wounds, an antiseptic to any external injuries.
In ancient England, it was advised to people who are in grief and pain, known as "good medicine for the brain."
In France, kings used Lavender flowers on their pillows to sleep better.
In recent years of the scientific study of aromatic herbs, Lavender has emerged as one of the most effective and therapeutic remedies not just for the body but also for the mind and soul.
So how exactly does Lavender oil help?
Natural remedy to reduce stress and insomnia
Lavender oil soothes your nerves and instills a zen-like calmness which effectively reduces restlessness and stress. Lavender works like an absolute magic balm to insomnia. Massage the oil on your neck and forehead gently and let its magic do wonders to your tense muscles.
Extremely effective in reducing anxiety
Lavender oil contains components like linalool and linalyl acetate which makes it one of the most potent natural remedies to actively reduce anxiety. Use a few drops of the oil in a diffuser and let the room fill with whiffs of sweet floral Lavender, taking all that stress away.
Relieves pain
Lavender oil doesn't just help in easing an aching mind, it also helps loosen up tense back muscles, joint pain, or migraine. Dropping a few drops of Lavender oil in bathing water boosts better blood circulation.
Antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic oil
To put it simply, Lavender is your best friend for any outdoor adventure.
Heals skin problems and promotes hair growth
Not just a skin wound or insect bite, Lavender oil can effectively reduce acne, wrinkles, eczema, and itchy skin. Lavender oil also actively reduces hair fall and advances hair growth.
Helps respiratory problems
By inhaling it through steam or vaporizer or just a simple back massage, Lavender oil can help to ease breathing problems occurring from cold, flu, asthma, tonsillitis, or whooping cough.
Boosts mood and memory
In one of those days when I feel extremely exhausted, overworked and nothing seems to work, my last resort is always Lavender oil. Recent studies say, Lavender lends antidepressant properties as it can uplift the mood and soothe the nerves. Plus, studies suggest that Lavender acts as a proactive agent and boosts memory in highly stressed situations. Overall, it is highly recommended for improving mental health and easing depression or as I like to say,
In a world full of inescapable Monday blues, let the purplish blue lavender be there for you.