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Lavender scent and sleep benefits

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Lavender scent

Lavender scent  is one of the most beloved fragrances in the world, which was known back in the days of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome. 

In ancient times, lavender was used for embalming and religious ceremonies. Today it is one of the popular ingredients in perfumery, aromatherapy and in the kitchen.

In the early 1900s, a French chemist was burned at work.  By reflexively dropping his hand into a vat of lavender oil, over time, he found that there were no scars after burns.  This property of the plant seemed to him interesting for further study of medicinal properties and laid the foundation for aromatherapy as a science.  Today, aromatherapy is one of the most popular and effective ways to improve well-being, maintain health, and treat various diseases.

 Further research over the years has shown that lavender contains more than 250 natural components, which makes lavender a leader in healing properties.

 In the modern world, lavender essential oil is most widespread.

The scent of lavender is the scent of calmness and serenity.  Its delicate and pleasant scent promotes relaxation and relieves all stress.

Benefits of lavender essential oil

  • Lavender essential oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. 
  • Aromatherapy using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety, stress and fatigue.
  • Breathing in the scent of lavender will help relieve feelings of nausea and motion sickness.
  • The scent of lavender soothes the nervous system and effectively treats insomnia.
  • A light massage of the temples with lavender oil helps relieve headaches and migraines.
  • Lavender baths have a beneficial effect on the skin.

Lavender tea

Tea is a great drink for all occasions.  However the usual black and green ones contain a decent portion of caffeine, the use of which experts recommend to strictly control.  In this case, herbal teas come to the rescue! All herbal teas are completely caffeine-free, but they have a lot of benefits, and they are unusually tasty.

Lavender tea is worth drinking at night, not only because of the lack of caffeine in its composition, but also because of its soothing properties. After a cup of this herbal tea, you will sleep well and will have no difficulty waking up in the morning.