Crowned one of the most beloved herbs on the planet, lavender oil has traveled across cultures’ skincare rituals for centuries.
Known for its calming aroma and potential skin benefits, lavender oil continues to charm individuals across the globe.
But what makes lavender oil so special for the skin?
Let’s unfold the mystery behind this potent skincare ingredient.
Getting to Know Lavender Oil
Lavender, a soothing plant with a rich history, traces its roots back to the sun-kissed regions of the Mediterranean. More specifically, lavender oil itself comes from the flowers of the Lavandula angustifolia plant. This refreshing oil is extracted from the aromatic flowers and its delightful essence has a vast array of uses.
Not only is it a valuable addition to your skincare regimen and hair care routine, but it’s also frequently used for DIY anxiety management. Simply take a dab of lavender oil and place it behind your ears, on your temples, or on other acupressure points, and you have a quick way to potentially calm your senses – a testament to lavender oil’s widespread use as a natural perfume.
But wait, there’s more!
Did you know that the Romans used lavender oil for bathing because of its soothing aroma?
The Romans discovered what many today still cherish: the multifaceted benefits of lavender oil.
A skincare routine with lavender oil offers the potential to nourish and pamper your skin, translating the age-old tradition of Roman baths to your modern daily skincare routine.
The Key Benefits of Lavender Oil for the Skin
Lavender oil holds various types of potential benefits for the skin.
Loaded with active compounds, lavender oil offers a fragrant product that may address several skin issues. Here’s a brief overview of what some of those compounds can do:
- Linalool: Linalool is an all natural compound that is known to help calm skin inflammation.
- Geraniol: This compound is a natural antioxidant. This means it aids skin’s fight against harmful elements in the environment (like free radicals) which helps to keep your skin from aging too fast.
- Eucalyptol: Studies conducted on animals have shown that eucalyptol oil may contribute to minor skin abrasion repair due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Let’s explore how lavender oil can enhance your skincare routine. In the following sections, we’ll take a deep dive into just how lavender oil works to achieve such potential.
Works to Soothe Irritated Skin
Lavender oil works hard to calm down angry, red, or upset skin.
It’s all thanks to its linalool.
Often, inflammation is the villain behind these and many other sensitive skin issues.
But linalool is like a superhero; coming to the rescue and leaving your skin with a potentially healthier and fresher appearance.
Potentially Brightens Skin’s Appearance
Are you dreaming of brighter and more even-looking skin?
Lavender oil could play a part in making that dream a reality.
This simple oil has been used in helping to reduce the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone.
Beyond soothing irritated skin, a study on a lavender-oil based cream also showed to potentially assist in reducing the appearance of dark spots.
Rich in Antioxidants
Damage from environmental nuisances is a constant threat to healthy skin. Pollution, radiation, and even toxins in our daily products can all breakdown and weaken our skin’s natural protective barrier.
But don’t worry; lavender oil has your back.
Packed full of powerful antioxidants, like geraniol, it helps protect your skin from harm. These antioxidants help your body fight off harmful elements called free radicals to support new cell growth.
This could lead to slower aging with more youthful looking skin as a result.
Soothing for Dry and Sensitive Skin
Dry or sensitive skin types, rejoice!
Lavender oil is known for its calming and hydrating effects, making it a great choice to add to your skincare routine.
While good for all skin types, lavender oil is known for its potential anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties.
What does this mean for you?
Well, since lavender oil is known to possibly reduce the production of the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, it may help reduce eczema flareups.
How to Use Lavender Oil for Your Skin
When choosing a lavender oil for your skin, it’s recommended to opt for an organic, pure version. This ensures that you’re using a product that’s free from unwanted chemicals and is as nature intended. You can use it either in its diluted form or via a 100% organic skincare product to reduce the likelihood of chemical exposure.
Beyond the conventional use method explained above, lavender oil can be incorporated into your skincare routine in several diverse ways.
For example, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, lavender oil may work well for alleviating acne and other skin irritations. You could use it as a spot-treatment as a natural alternative to harsh, chemical-laden acne creams.
Lavender oil also acts as a natural, toxin-free fragrance in skincare products, infusing them with its relaxing aroma. Putting a few drops of diluted lavender oil into a favorite cream or face wash could offer a gentle mood boost each time you care for your skin.
When using diluted lavender oil by itself, simply apply a few drops of the oil onto your fingertips and gently massage it into your skin. For enhanced absorption, you can also dampen your skin with warm water before application.
As you can see, there are multiple ways you can use lavender oil for your skin. But just how can you enhance its effects?
The Key to Younger-Looking Skin? Pairing Lavender Oil with More Powerful Botanicals.
Looking to unveil the youthfulness of your skin?
Dive into the potent world of botanicals paired with the calming essence of lavender oil. Purity Woods presents its iconic Eye Cream – a luxury defined by nature and science.
Exquisite in form and function for the delicate skin around the eyes, this cream masterfully blends the calming essence of lavender oil with nourishing ingredients like mango seed butter and antioxidants like sumac berry. Together, these 20+ botanicals craft a cream that offers potential wrinkle-smoothing, pigment evening, and nourishing effects!
From calming skin irritations to possibly fading the appearance of darkness and age spots, accelerating tissue renewal, and promoting hair health – the Eye Cream enhanced with lavender oil has a lot to offer.
Make this lavish cream a core part of your skincare regimen and let your skin unfold the benefits encased in every drop of lavender oil.
