Acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, athlete's foot, bruises, burns, chicken pox, colic, cuts, cystitis, depression, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, headache, hypertension, insect bites, insect repellent, itching, labor pains, migraine, oily skin, rheumatism, scabies, scars, sores, sprains, strains, stress, stretch marks, vertigo, whooping cough. [Julia Lawless, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils (Rockport, MA: Element Books, 1995), 56-67.]


Has antiseptic, anesthetic, relaxing, and antispasmodic properties. Used for treating muscle pains, migraines, sisusitis, asthma, bronchitis, aging skin, greasy skin, acne, dermatitis, burns, psoriasis, burns, stings, and sores. It is useful in addressing stress, anxiety, and promoting sleep.


Blends well with chamomile, citrus oils, and Frankincense.


Best to purchase prepared essential oils, though you can learn to grow and prepare the herbs yourself to create additional blends for use. Search online for techniques and instruction.


Diffusers come in many sizes and shapes.  I have one that is an electronic one with light that cycles though the seven chakra colors. It diffuses while it changes color. You can isolate a single color if you choose to. Here is an Amazon link to explore the diffuser.




Expansion Activity Seven: Aroma Therapy: Lavendar