Essential Oil : Lavender Scientific name: Lavandula angustifolia |
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Lavender oil is obtained from flowers of the different species of lavender by steaming the top of the plant. |
Origin: |
Origin of lavender is traced to the Mediterranean. Its place of origin is also linked to India and Middle East. |
Extraction methods: |
Dried leaves of lavender are gone through steam distillation and this method generates much more oil as compared to other extraction methods. In this process, flowers are put into a pot and are given low pressure steam. The oil glands of the plant burst into oil because of the steam. The vapors of the oil collect into the steam. The cold water is run through the coils which cools steam and condenses it to oil. The lavender oil and water are separated into different containers. |
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Where to apply: (on body) |
Essential oils are basically applied on the pressure points in the body. It is put on wrists, temples and neck. |
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