Lavender French Essential Oil

Botanical Family: Labiatae
Botanical Name: Lavandula Dentata
Origin: France
Plant Description: This plant has narrow leaves that are gray in color and are covered in a soft down like fur. The plant grows to about 1 meter in height (3 feet) and produces long thin purple blue flowers. The entire plant is covered with oil glands, which are in the star shaped hairs that cover the plant.
Extraction Method: Steam distillation of flowering tops.
Color: Lavender French Essential Oil is usually a pale yellow with a greenish tint
Consistency: Thin
Note: Middle
Aromatic Fragrance: Much like Lavandula Officinalis, however fruiter and sweeter. Somewhere between a true Lavender scent and a pungent rosemary fragrance. Floral, herbaceous scent and a Balsamic, clear woody undertone.
Common Applications: Bath, Massage, Inhalation, Vaporizer, Compress
Typically Used By: Perfumery Industry, Aromatherapists, Cosmetic Makers.
Principal Constituents: Borneol, Geraniol, Lavendulol, Linalool, Geranyl Acetate, Lavandulyl Acetate, Linalyl Acetate, Cineole, Caryophyllene, Limnone, Pinene. Actions Anti-Depressant, Anti-Septic, Balancing, Calming, Cephalic, Relaxing.
Therapeutic & Emotional Benefits: Thought to be relaxing, help with acceptances of challenges. Physical Health Benefits Promotes cell growth and balances sebum production, especially in combination with bergamot. Helps to clear Acne, Athlete’s foot, Dandruff, Eczema, and Psoriasis.
Did You Know: Lavender French is one of the oldest English perfumes and folk remedies, used for its calming, Tonic, and insect-repellent properties.
Storage Directions: Lavender French Essential Oil should be stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Essential Oils should be stored in colored glass, the most common storage method being used today are Boston Round Bottles in the amber tint.
Blends Well With: Patchouli Essential Oil, Rose Geranium Essential Oil, Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil, Clary Sage Essential Oil, Pine Scotch Essential Oil, Chamomile Roman Essential Oil, Palmarosa, Vetiver Essential Oil, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil.
Shelf Life: Lavender French Essential Oil should be used within 1-2 years of harvest to ensure the maximum therapeutic benefit.
Cautions: Avoid if pregnant or if you are diabetic. Do not use in high concentrations. Part of extensive selection of wholesale aromatherapy, cosmetic, soap and craft making products available at SoapGoods.com.