Lavender (Lavender Angustifolia) essential oil

Our lavender oil is steam distilled in Bulgaria and has a calming and relaxing effect. The scent is reminiscent of a flower meadow. Some describe the smell as sweet and herbal, while others think it has a hint of spice. Lavender oil is known to have a relaxing effect on the body and mind, and many people use it for aromatherapy to reduce stress and anxiety.

This smooth, rich and complex lavender is from Bulgaria, a country known for growing and distilling some of the most beautiful rose oils in the world. Eastern European lavenders can develop very distinct characteristics from Mediterranean-grown plants and show a depth of character found in many oils from this region. This exceptional Bulgarian lavender oil has a low camphor content.

In aromatherapy, lavender is one of the most widely used essential oils due to its general availability, modest price, versatility, and universally pleasing scent. Lavender has been an integral part of fine fragrances for centuries – it's a middle note to the top note, can be used as a perfume modifier, and can also help mask unpleasant aromas of oils you want to use in blends. It is a popular ingredient in skin care preparations of all types, and is a favorite in diffusers and in baths for relaxation.

In consumer products, true lavender (called interchangeably Lavandula angustifolia, L. officinalis and L. vera) is often replaced by the less expensive but higher yielding hybrid Lavandins. This substitute only approximates the complex and robust aroma of lavender and offers a much narrower spectrum of aromatic constituents.

In Ayurvedic terms, lavender oil has a cooling and drying aroma that is said to help calm the body, mind and spirit. This is an oil that should be part of everyone's collection!