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Origin: FRANCE
Part used: FLOWERING TOPS
Category: OR / SD
Principle Uses: This Lavender variety has a significantly different chemical profile to other Lavenders. It can have a more powerful fragrance although that can vary a lot depending on origin and crop. Due to the generally higher levels of camphor and 1,8-cineol compared to Lavender, this gives products a more powerful longer-lasting fragrance.
Properties: Mental stimulant for depressive states, emotional coldness, arouses senses, may ease headaches. Antimicrobial and eases breathing in colds, flu and rhinitis. Soothes coughs. In massage for muscular spasm and rheumatic pain. This oil is often used as instead of regular Lavender oil in its areas of production for healing a variety of problems.
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