Lavender

Common Name

Lavender

Scientific Name

Lavandula Officinalis

Ingredient Class

Essential Oil

Used in:

Body Butter
Body Scrub
Roll On
Propolis Eye Balm
Propolis Acne Balm
Pink Hand Cream
Deodorant Bar
Tissue Oil

Cellulite Body Oil
Lotion Bar
Baby Wash

Baby Bum Balm
Tots Massage Oil
Cleansing Cream
Toner
Daily Moisturiser
Honey Face Scrub
Cleansing Cream (Teen)
Toner (Teen)
Moisturiser (Teen)
Propolis Acne Balm (Teen)
Mens Moisturising Lotion
Aromatic Linen & Room Mist
Dog Conditioner
Dog Shampoo

Aroma Tag (Dog)
Body wash with lavender & rose
Body lotion with lavender & rose

Interesting Fact

Often called “nature’s first aid kit,” lavender essential oil is prized for its versatile skincare benefits. It soothes irritation, promotes wound healing, and combats acne due to its antibacterial properties. At Simply Bee, we include lavender essential oil in products like body butters and hand creams to deliver nourishing hydration and skin relief. Additionally, its gentle aroma promotes relaxation, offering a calming experience that benefits both the skin and the senses.

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Origin

Lavender essential oil has long been celebrated for its calming and therapeutic properties, making it a cornerstone in skincare and wellness products. Extracted from the Lavandula angustifolia plant, the oil originates from the Mediterranean region, where it has been used for centuries. Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans relied on lavender for purification, relaxation, and healing. Over time, its reputation grew, and today, lavender flourishes in regions like France, Bulgaria, and the UK, thanks to their ideal climates and soil conditions.

The process of producing lavender essential oil begins with harvesting the flowers at their peak bloom, ensuring the highest potency. Growers carefully collect the blossoms and prepare them for steam distillation, a method that preserves the plant’s aromatic compounds. As steam passes through the flowers, it releases the essential oils, which rise with the steam. When the steam cools, the oil separates naturally from the water, creating a highly concentrated and fragrant product. Known for its rich composition of linalool and linalyl acetate, lavender essential oil provides soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial benefits.

Value Adds

  • Moisturising and Hydrating
  • Soothing for Sensitive Skin
  • Skin Tone Improvement
  • Scar Reduction
  • Anti-Inflammatory Effects
  • Antibacterial and Antimicrobial Properties

Lavender

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