Lavender Essential Oil

Lavandula angustifolia (oil)

Family: Lamiaceae Evidence: A essential oil

The most versatile and safest essential oil. Used for anxiety, sleep, burns, skin healing, and headaches. One of the few oils safe for occasional neat (undiluted) spot use.

Safety Profile

PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

Prepubertal boys (possible estrogenic effect with chronic use).

Interactions

May enhance sedatives.

Side Effects

Very safe. Rare skin sensitization. Contact dermatitis.

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.