Lavandin (Oregon) Essential Oil - Organic - (Lavandula x Intermedia)

Lavandin is a hybrid plant...a cross between Lavender Angustafolia (True Lavender) and Lavender Latifolia (Spike Lavender). 

True Lavender (male) grows at a higher elevation than Spike Lavender (female). The two varieties of Lavender are naturally cross-pollinated by bees and insects, and the result is a larger plant that yields an aroma that's sweeter and less medicinal than Lavender.

Discovered in the late 1920's, Lavandin initially grew wild in the valleys of France. Farmers quickly found out that Lavandin flowers were much larger than Lavender, and they yielded far more essential oil. That's still the case, and that's why the price of Lavandin is generally less than Lavender.

Because of it's Lavender-like aroma and affordable price, Lavendin is used in many commercial products, including cleaning product, soaps, creams, lotions, perfumes and air fresheners.Lavandin is commonly used in place of Lavender because while it has very similar properties to Lavender, it grows more easily and has a higher yield. It has clean sharp and refreshing notes. Lavandin Essential Oil has a similar sweet and floral fragrance, with a more camphorous quality than true Lavender. 

Lavandin is especially great for the respiratory system and can help ease any pain or discomfort. It is much more energizing and not a sedative like Lavender.

Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aromatic, Carminative, Cholagogue, Deodorant, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Insecticide, Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Vulnerary

Common Names: Lavandula hybrida, Lavandula Grosso, Lavandula x Grosso

Specific Benefits of Oregon Lavandin Essential Oil:

Pain relief

Lavandin Essential Oil contains analgesic compounds that act to eliminate or minimize all kinds of pain, including headaches, cramps, or pain resulting from acute causes such as cuts and burns.  

Eliminating anxiety

Thanks to its antispasmodic and sedative effects, Lavandin Essential Oil is a powerful way to calm the mind and the spirit and resolve negative emotions. As a consequence, it is also one of the best ways to overcome anxiety, relieve stress, and even conquer insomnia.  

Skincare

Because of its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, Lavandin Essential Oil is valuable for treating skin rashes, helping cuts heal more quickly, and quickly getting rid of acne and other skin problems. 

How to Use Essential Oils

Blends well with: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile (Roman), Chamomile (German), Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium,Grapefruit, Juniper Berry, Lemon, Mandarin, Melissa, Myrrh, Neroli, Patchouli, Palo Santo, Peppermint, Scotch Pine, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Spikenard, Tea Tree, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang

Healing salve
1 oz. Argan Oil
5 drops Lavandin Essential Oil
5 drops Lemon Essential Oil
5 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil  

Blend the oils together and apply salve to the skin on irritations, cuts, and wounds. Store in a cool and dark place. 

Luscious Hair Serum
2 oz. Argan Oil
7 drops Lavandin Essential Oil
5 drops Rosemary Verbenone Essential Oil
4 drops Ylang Ylang Essential Oil 

Mix all oils into a dropper bottle. The hair serum may be massaged into the scalp, then washed out after 30 minutes. The blend may also be used overnight and then washed out in the morning. 

Skin moisturizer
1 oz. Meadowfoam Seed Oil
4 drops Lavandin Essential Oil
8 drops Carrot Seed Essential Oil
4 drops Clary Sage Essential Oil 

Mix the oils together and apply it daily to clean, dry skin.

Lavandin Essential Oil Profile

What is Lavandin?

Comparison of Lavender & Lavandin

Antimicrobial activity of lavandin essential oil formulations against three pathogenic food-borne bacteria