Hello Skin Care Lovers and Spa Enthusiasts!
It is often common knowledge that the scent of lavender is scrumptious, and makes a room smell delicious... but lavender also has TONS of other interesting, healing properties.
Check out 4 unique benefits of lavender that you may not know:
1. Lavender essential oil cures dandruff-
"Lavender oil can help scalp conditions," says Francesca Fusco, MD, a New York City-based dermatologist. To make Dr. Fusco's gentle dandruff remedy: Wet hair with warm water and towel dry. Next, grab a mug and mix 15 drops of lavender essential oil in 2 tablespoons olive or almond oil. Microwave for about 10 seconds or until it feels warm. Massage the oil into your scalp, pop on a shower cap, let set for an hour, then shampoo out.
2. Lavender essential oil calms itchy skin-
So you're a mosquito magnet? Get the itch out with lavender essential oil. "It's a natural anti-inflammatory, so it helps reduce itching, swelling, and redness," explains Naila Malik, MD, a Texas-based dermatologist. Dab a drop or two on the area and wait about 15 minutes for it to seep in (but stop if skin becomes more irritated). Apply as needed every six to eight hours for the next 24 hours.
**Le Reve retails Jurlique's organic Lavender essential oil for just $20.00 in our boutique!**
You may have heard that breathing in the smell of lavender makes you drowsy; turns out, it's true. Research shows the scent lowers heart rate and blood pressure, putting you in a relaxed state. To set yourself up for zzz's, put a handful of dried lavender in a vase on your nightstand—or use a diffuser with lavender oil.
**Le Reve retails Jurlique's lavender hydrating mist which you can spray on your face during the night and day whenever you need to refresh. The Lavender hydrating mist is just $37.00 and can be refrigerated for even more rejuvenating result!**
Bloating and poor digestion can result from an overgrowth of "bad" bacteria (which can happen when you take antibiotics). "The polyphenols (a type of antioxidant) in lavender can help reduce the 'bad' bacteria in your gut," says Christine Gerbstadt, MD, author of Doctor's Detox Diet and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For its de-puff perks, sprinkle dried culinary lavender onto Greek yogurt (also gut friendly).
Le Reve Organic Spa & Boutique sells many other amazing essential oils and mists, that can be used in a variety of unexpected ways to heal ailments. Stop by our Santa Barbara Boutique located on 21 West Gutierrez Street to check out all of our organic goodies!
Happy and Healthy Living,
Jen
Spa Coordinator at Le Reve Organic Spa & Boutique
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