Lavender is considered a strong calmative and a highly effective healing oil in many areas for overall health. Its’ health benefits are extensive and the aroma is particularly clean. An aromatherapy study conducted by the University of Miami School of Medicine shows lavender has a positive effect on mood and cognitive function. Subjects reported feeling more relaxed and performed math computations faster and more accurately following aromatherapy. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10069621
Lavender is highly effective in treating many issues of the scalp and skin. In a study published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology, lavender essential oil shows a potent antifungal effect against strains of fungi responsible for common skin and nail infections.
Society for General Microbiology. “Lavender oil has potent antifungal effect.” ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 16 February 2011. <www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110214201842.htm>.
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