Lavender

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Name Lavender
Latin Lavandula Angustifolia
Origin

Provence, France (also cultivated across the Mediterranean and Bulgaria)
Skin Benefits
  • – Calms and soothes irritated, reactive, and sensitive skin
  • – Antibacterial properties help reduce breakouts and blemishes
  • – Accelerates wound healing and fading of scars
  • – Balances oil production across skin types
  • – Reduces redness and inflammation
  • – Gentle enough for daily use on all skin types including sensitive
  • – Comedogenic Rating (0–5): 0
Description Lavender essential oil is steam-distilled from the flowering tops of Lavandula Angustifolia, the finest and most prized species in the lavender family. Grown at altitude in the sun-drenched fields of Provence and across the broader Mediterranean basin, true lavender has been cultivated for over 2,500 years — used by the Romans for bathing, healing, and perfumery. In skincare, it is one of the most versatile botanical ingredients available, bridging the gap between therapeutic and cosmetic application. Its primary active constituents, linalool and linalyl acetate, deliver both its distinctive floral calm and its skin-healing properties. Unlike many essential oils, lavender is gentle enough to apply with minimal dilution, making it a reliable and beloved staple across all skin types and formulations.

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