Spike Lavender Essential Oil is derived from the spike lavender plants flowering tops through steam distillation. The spike lavender plant also known as Lavandula latifolia is a perennial plant that reaches up to 1 meter. It has greyish-green and narrow leaves producing long thorns of purple-blue flowers blossoming in early summers and late springs.
Also, the flowers are highly aromatic and attract butterflies, bees, plus other pollinators. This natural and pure oil has a herbaceous, refreshing fragrance with hints of eucalyptus and camphor. It is famous for its healing properties and has been used for decades in aromatherapy and traditional medicine. Lavender has a powerful capability to aid in protecting against harmful bacteria and treat wounds and it also helps relieve pain. It is multipurpose oil which can aid in dispelling low moods and reduce stress.
Suggested Uses
Spike Lavender essential oil possesses more camphor compared to pure lavender essential oil. This oil consistency is thin and holds a middle or top perfumery note. Also, the fragrance of this oil is the same as rosemary oil and therefore becomes a main compound for calming nervous functioning.
- Because of its refreshing and extraordinary scent, Spike Lavender essential oil is extensively used to make deodorants and perfumes
- This oil is mainly used in aromatherapy because it has antidepressant properties to induce spiritual and mental peace
- You can use this oil as an expectorant in your diffuser
- It can also be used by women with painful menstrual cycles
Direction for use
- Add a few drops of Spike Lavender Essential Oil to a diffuser or inhale straight from the bottle.
- Massage the diluted Spike Lavender Essential Oil tenderly onto the skin for topical use.
Safety
Please don't use it while breastfeeding or pregnant. Use carefully, avoid pets, older people, children and babies and must dilute well. Always perform a patch test before using it.
Key Information
Key Information
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CAS Number
8016-78-2 ; 84837-04-7
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einecs number
284-290-6
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Fema Number
3033
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Origin
France
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Note
Top to Middle Note
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Method
Steam Distillation
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Family
Lamiaceae
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Inci Name
Lavandula latifolia Herb Oil
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Aromatic Scent
Floral, fresh, camphorous, sweet and herbaceous
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Key constituents
Linalool, 1,8-Cineole, Camphor
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Synonyms
Lavandula latifolia Medik.
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