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Lavender Essential Oil (French)
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 Botanical Name: Lavandula dentata
Plant Part: Flower Head
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: France
Description: An evergreen woody shrub, up to 1 meter tall, with pale green, narrow linear leaves and violet blue flowers.
Color: Pale yellow with a tint of green
Common Uses: Lavender French is credited with being an analgesic, anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antirheumatic, antseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericide, carminative, cholagogue, cicatrisant, cordial, cytophylactic, decongestant, deodorant, and as a diuretic. Herbalist regards Lavender as the most useful and versatile essential oil for therapeutic purposes. Lavender is the essential oil most commonly associated with burns and healing of the skin. It also has antiseptic and analgesic properties which will ease the pain of a burn and prevent infection. It also has cytophylactic properties that promote rapid healing and help reduce scarring. The scent of Lavender is said to have a calming effect on the body and it can be used to reduce anxiety, stress and promote sleep. Lavender French is a popular choice amongst both aromatherapists and massage therapists for it’s combination of therapeutic quality and pleasant floral scent.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Top
Strength of Aroma: strong
Blends well with: bay, bergamot, chamomile, citronella, clarysage, geranium, jasmine, lemon, mandarin, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, pine, tangerine, thyme, rosemary, rosewood, ylang ylang
Aromatic Scent: Produced in Provence France, this oil has a sweet floral note preferred by many.
History: Lavender is adapted to living in a dry climate and is native to the western half of the Mediterranean, reaching altitudes of up to 1800 meters. It is believed that the Romans and the Benedictine monks subsequently introduced it to rest of Europe.
Cautions: Non toxic, non irritant and non sensitizing.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
The information on the New Directions Aromatics Website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.
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Product Category: essential oils, aromatherapy oils, therapeutic, wholesale, pure, natural, bulk
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Submited By: Diane from West Hartford, Connecticut on 11/10/2009
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I love this scent; floral, sweet and earthy. It's exactly the Lavender scent I was looking for. I use this EO most frequently for it's peaceful tranquil properties and because the scent blends well with so many other EO's. It's an added bonus that it's medicinal properties makes it a good remedy for burns.
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Submited By: Melissa from Corpus Christi, Texas on 11/05/2009
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This is the best Lavender French I've found so far. Wonderful scent! I'm afraid the 3.3 oz isn't going to last long...Should have ordered a larger size!
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Submited By: Mechelle from Gastonia, North Carolina on 09/30/2009
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Very fresh and invigorating! This has worked wonderfully in a face wash I make and sell. As well as in all natural fragrance oil blends. Very pleasing to the senses! Wonderful quality!
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Submited By: Marlene from Seeley's Bay, Ontario on 09/22/2009
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We include Lavender EO in our Signature Healing Salve. This is the first time we have used New Directions French Lavender and we will use no other from now on. Because of the great price we can use it in our everyday living as well. The bath, pillows, drawers...just everywhere. It's great. You have to try it to believe it!
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Submited By: Heather from Colorado Springs, Colorado on 09/15/2009
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When I first started making cp soap I was looking for the perfect lavender eo. So friend and i went in on an order and purchased this eo. After using it in cp (which turned out fantastic) I was eager to try out ND's other scents with my own order. This is probably my favorite of all ND's lavender. Makes for a great baby safe soap. I am very pleased with the eo and fo sold here! Thank you!
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Submited By: Emilyx from Wichita, Kansas on 08/30/2009
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I am newby with essential oils. I first started using one purchased from a health food store to add to my hot tub. While the product was acceptable, it was also very expensive. Then I found NDA! I have tried many in the last 6 months but have found that I like the french lavendar to have the aroma I was seeking and the medicinal qualities. I just order the 33.3 oz. size I like it so much.
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Submited By: Mary from Houston, Texas on 08/14/2009
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After my most recent laser hair removal, I used this oil on the areas that needed extra TLC; the healing properties of this oil are outstanding.
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Submited By: Chloe from Waterloo, Iowa on 07/22/2009
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How can you go wrong with French Lavender? I could live with my nose in this bottle all day. By far my favorite EO of all time.
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Submited By: Laura from Lakeville, Massachusetts on 05/22/2009
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This is just how lavender is supposed to smell. It's fresh, floral, lilting, and lovely. I use this in almost everything I make for my body and face. The one EO that NO ONE should be without. I rub it on my babies after baths for a peaceful sleep, and use it to dress their boo-boos for extra TLC.
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Submited By: Leslie from Lexington, Kentucky on 05/16/2009
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I can't get over how beautiful this EO is! The scent is so relaxing and better than other I've tried. I'm not sure how it compares to the other lavenders on this site tho, I definitely plan to try more!
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Submited By: Lionel from Saint Augustine, Florida on 05/11/2009
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Used it directly on a burn that was slow to heal. In under 2 days the burn was about healed and didn't look angry any longer.
Thank you Gattefosse for enlightening the western world to the power of essential oils
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Submited By: Tina from Beloit, Wisconsin on 05/02/2009
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I love this French Lavender!!! I could drench myself in it - it smells exactly like the lavender fields in Southern France. Love it.
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Submited By: Selena from Redding, California on 04/09/2009
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This is undeniably the best Lavender EO I have ever come across in my 13 years of soapmaking and 20 years of experience with Essential oils. I know scent is entirely subjective, but this is lovely! Fresh, bright, a wonderful floral with green notes. Much better than 40/42, entirely more vibrant than Bulgarian. Gorgeous! I bought a pound, wish I had bought 10!
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Submited By: Samantha from Vancouver, British Columbia on 02/13/2009
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I like the many uses of this lavender eo. Not only is it useful for relaxation, like on pillows, but is also wonderful on the skin and it smells great!
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Submited By: Elliot from Phoenix, Arizona on 01/22/2009
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I bought 16.6 fl oz over a year ago and have used it occasionally mostly for aromatherapy. A month ago I ended up hurting my big tow on my right foot and the toe nail began swelling with the obvious indications of what would become an ingrown toe nail. After talking to my father who has his Masters in Nursing and found that the FDA no longer allows a product he used to use for this I decided to try my French Lavendar oil remembering that I read it's various curative properties from antifungal, antiviral, to antimicrobial, etc. I applied one drop before bed for 3 nights and by the weekend the infection cleared and has been cured ever since. This saved my toenail when other remedies were not available or nearly as effective. I will use it MUCH more often now. Thanks for the great price and service.
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Submited By: Millie from Bradenton, Florida on 12/18/2008
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This is the most beautiful "soft" fragrance of lavender I've ever experienced. I love using it as an addition to potpourris, candles. and room fragrances. It's the next best thing to being in the lavender fields of Provence. That's what the house smells like!
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Submited By: karen from eugene, Oregon on 11/21/2008
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this is a lovely uplifting lavender. i have been using it neet on cuts for its antiseptic qualities and love the smell!
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Submited By: Jayme from Winston Salem, North Carolina on 10/22/2008
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I just got this oil and absolutely love it! It's the perfect smelling lavender and its very strong so a little goes a long way!
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Submited By: HUNG-CHANG from HACIENDA HEIGHTS, California on 10/20/2008
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smell so fresh and a little sweet. Great for diffuser or skin care products. My customers love it.
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Submited By: Juanita from East Burke, Vermont on 10/14/2008
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Sweet, mild and floral. Smells like Grandma's linens.
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Submited By: Millie from Bradenton, Florida on 09/22/2008
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I use the Mont Blanc for theraputic purposes but this is my favorite for the beautifully soft floral fragrance of lavender. I can just imagine the fields in Provence in full bloom when I smell this lavender oil. I buy the 3.3 oz. and put it on all my candles and freshen up my potpourri. It's the closest I may get to Provence and it's a bargain besides.
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Submited By: Nancy from St.Catharines, Ontario on 09/02/2008
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My colleague used this lavender to end a yoga class, and I was hooked! I was going to describe it as dreamy and sweet, and I noticed that the other reviews are similar! By far my favourite.
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Submited By: Coletta from Streetsboro, Ohio on 09/01/2008
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I am enjoying my French Lavender very much. The scent is fresh and floral. I grow lavender right outside my front door and this scent is very close to the real thing! I love it! Thanks again for making such fine products available at an affordable price.
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Submited By: Suzanna from Corfu, New York on 08/10/2008
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I recently purchased Lavender French (Dentata) and I absolutely love it. I am 50 years old and still had outbreaks of acne. I started using this oil on them and quickly they vanished! My husband also had a huge lump on his neck which the doctor wouldn't remove. She told him it was just a fatty tumor. Well I started applying this lavender oil and your sandalwood oil. The tumor that was once over 1" big is now the size of a small pea. You can now see two good sized holes where a spider probably bit him! Once I applied the oils and rubbed them in you would see stuff start to come out of the holes. My husband was so impressed as this lump used to hang over his shirt collars. I now use it on burns, cuts, scratches, etc. The fragrance is the added bonus. I ounce read where in Roman Times, WWI, and WWII they used to carry lavender into the battlefield to use on the wound of soldiers. The healing time was incredible. Now I know why. Thank you for this wonderful oil which no medicine cabinet should be without.
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Submited By: Judith from Reisterstown, Maryland on 06/17/2008
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A light, floral lavender. I'd imagine this would be a lovely scent to try in relaxing blends since the scent is so mild.
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Submited By: Lisa from Akron, Ohio on 06/10/2008
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This was my first order from New Directions....... so glad to have found this wonderful site!!!! I Love this Lavender French!!!! I have tried many other lavenders from many other people, this by far is the best! Just placed another order and can't wait to receive my sampler pack so I can try out alot of other essentials. Thanks so much for offering such great products at a very reasonable price. :)
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Submited By: kristal from LAS VEGAS, Nevada on 06/04/2008
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I ordered a few different kinds of lavender to experiment on the differences. I love this one, yet still cant decide which on is my favorite. :-) THis seems to have a distinct therapeutic value. I put it in a frosted roller (like lip gloss, yet dark for protection of the oil) use for headaches, restless leg, so many uses you just cant name them all! I give a roller for special clients makes them feel so special and allows them to understand first hand the value of this powerful oil!! Double Excellent!!
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Submited By: Karen from Spring Hill, Florida on 05/12/2008
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I've ordered three Lavenders from New Directions: Lavender French, Lavender 40/42 and Lavender Bulgarian. All three smell similar in the bottle, but in use each takes on a life of its own. Lavender French is sweet, floral and mild. It has a perfect Lavender scent. Lavender French and Lavender Bulgarian are tied as my two favorite Lavender essential oils ever!
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Submited By: mary from Kansas City, Missouri on 03/27/2008
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I really enjoy this lavender and use it regularly. For skin treatments or diffusing, I use this one. For steam inhalations and neat application, I use the NDA Lavender Barreme, which is a bit stronger. I love them both!
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Submited By: Heather from Richmond, Virginia on 01/22/2008
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The scent of this oil is absolutely delicious. It is my first choice when making skin care products. It is the best lavender essential oil I have found to date.
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Submited By: Sherman from New York, New York on 11/16/2007
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I've tried many lavenders, but this is the first from ND. I am so impressed! I used to grow Lavender and I loved the way lavender smelled when you rubbed the fresh plant and flowers. This EO smells just like the real thing. Not perfumey, just natural and amazing! I wish I bought a larger bottle because I use this one everyday in lotions, air freshners, etc. I even use a concentrated version as a toner because of it's healing properties and it makes my skin glow and very very even toned. It even seems to have removed some of the red marks left by bug bites and discoloration. It's amazing.
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Submited By: Davida from Surrey, British Columbia on 11/07/2007
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This Lavender has a nice mild scent. It is great to mange the sting of skin burns and sun burns.
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Submited By: Shannon from Schenectady, New York on 10/27/2007
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I admit I don't have any other experience with lavender but this one is amazing! A little goes a long way, and its great in cp soap as well as body mists and lotions. I don't find it to be too floral-ish or sweet. I wish I could describe this better, just try it! You wont be disappointed!
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Submited By: Jennifer from Oviedo, Florida on 10/09/2007
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I loved this oil - one of my favorite lavenders ever.
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Submited By: Roberta from Mount Vernon, New York on 09/21/2007
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My favorite EO. Great quality , SUPERB smell, just plain FANTASTIC. I definately use this essential oil more than any other one I own. Most times a couple of drops goes a long way. I use in my melt and pour soaps (my favorite one is goats milk),massage oils, bath salts,milk and tea baths just about every toilletry I have created i've probably made with french lavender first, lol .Great buy,I garantee you won't be disappointed!!!Thanks everyone at NDA for offering such great quality in all the products you sale. Keep up the good work =o) !!!!!!
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Submited By: Jason from Toronto, Ontario on 09/13/2007
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This is the lavender of my dreams! It smells sweeter than the other 2 I have (barreme & bulgarian).
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Submited By: Stephanie from Cochrane, Alberta on 08/16/2007
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I really like this lavender. I wasn't sure which one to pick at first, because my previous bottle of lavender did not say what kind it was. However, I was pleased to find that this one is almost identical to my previous lavender and that's exactly the scent I wanted! It is a VERY nice scent and my favorite lavender.
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Submited By: Beth from Cape Charles, Virginia on 08/16/2007
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Lavender is the best oil of them all! I mix it in everyhting, this and peppermint are by far my favorites!!!
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Submited By: susanne from newmarket, Ontario on 08/04/2007
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The cost price in the French Lavender is just incredible! A top notch product. Lovely smell. All round very impressed with the great selection and fantastic price! This particular oil is essential to have around the house as well for skin first aid/skin problems. Recommended!
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Submited By: Amber from Ludlow, Kentucky on 08/04/2007
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I've ordered three lavenders from New Directions: French Lavender, Croation Lavender and Bulgarian Lavender. The French Lavender is my new favorite. Of the three it has the lightest scent; it's not as flowery or cloying as the other two, just crisp and clean. Also, this is the lavender that I would use for insomnia - it's not overpowering, just relaxing and evocative of the memories most people have of their mothers and grandmothers wearing this scent. I really wish I had ordered more of it.
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Submited By: Elliot from Phoenix, Arizona on 07/12/2007
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This is by far my favorite Lavender! Not to sweet or overpowering as others can be. Very soothing and theraputic. This is my lavender of choice.
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Submited By: Robert from Manassas, Virginia on 07/02/2007
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I didn't know that there were so many types of lavender to choose from. I opted for the French lavender EO and I am thrilled with it.
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Submited By: Rachel from Roach, Missouri on 11/27/2006
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If you can only buy one Essential Oil, BUY LAVENDER!!! It is amazing how it heals burns, soothes you to sleep, cleans scrapes, etc. etc. etc.! A must have for every home and this version is really nice. My family & I are not lavender fans at all but this one is kind of nice and the only one we use. I wish that I could give the quality and price a higher rating than excellent.
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Submited By: Debra from Scarborough, Ontario on 11/24/2006
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The lavender scent is what I expected. If you're not sure which one of the lavender oils to try, buy THIS one!
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Submited By: Sherif from Scarborough, Ontario on 08/06/2006
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From a perfumery perspective, lavender french adds a calm scent to any smells. Its versatility makes it a must have, and it's sooooooo relaxing. Love at first smell. =]
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Submited By: Sherif from Scarborough, Ontario on 09/23/2006
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AN ADDITION TO MY LAST POST: If you don't know already, most lavender EO's do not smell like the source exactly. However, Bulgarian lavender is said to be the closest, especially if it is an absolute (where alcohol is used in the extraction method). Bulgarian lavender is sweeter, and more 'floral.' I just don't want to mislead anybody. =] But again, 5 stars.
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Submited By: shirleen from markham, Ontario on 10/28/2006
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What a perfect essential oil to have at all times. Relaxing, and great for the skin. This is a must have essential oil.
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Submited By: victor from grand rapids, Michigan on 09/25/2006
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From the moment I opened the bottle, my staff and I instantly knew this oil was special. We have used lavender before, but this time people seemed to gather around commenting of the intoxicating fragrance. We use it with our manicures and pedicures, as well as with herbal body wraps and massage. Obviously our customers are enthralled!
Vic Bennett - Vasaio Life Spa - Grand Rapids, MI
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Submited By: Christina from Beverly, Massachusetts on 08/19/2006
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This Lavender is by far the best lavender I have used. Great quality for a good price.
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Submited By: colleen from Brimfield, Massachusetts on 07/12/2006
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This a quality oil. The fragrance is a bit herbaseous, but very pleasant and soothing. A little goes a long way.
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