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Lavender French Essential Oil
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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: 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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