Lavandin Essential Oil

What is lavandin essential oil?

Lavandin essential oil is steam distilled from the lavandin plant, which is a hybrid of spike lavender (lavandula latifolia) and the true lavender plant (lavendula augustifolia). The oil is clear in colour and has a sweet floral, distinct lavender scent.

Lavender and lavandin essential oil are two different species of the lavender plant and have a similar scent and therapeutic properties. However, lavandin essential oil is slightly stronger than lavender and has a slightly different colour.

Blending suggestions

Lavandin essential oil has a sweet, floral aroma and is often used as a middle note. It blends well with other essential oils like clary sage, tea tree, bergamot, geranium and rosemary.

Here are a few blends with lavandin essential oil:

Sweet, citrusy and floral blend:

4 drops lavandin oil

7 drops lime oil

2 drops lemongrass oil

Woodsy, floral blend:

8 drops lavandin oil

2 drops juniper oil

1 drop peppermint oil

3 drops clary sage oil

Woody blend:

8 drops pine oil

6 drops lavandin oil

2 drops juniper oil

7 drops cypress oil

1 drop peppermint oil

How to store lavandin essential oil

Lavandin essential oil should be stored out of direct sunlight, in a cool dry place. This helps prolong the quality of the oil and stops it from degrading over time. Keep lavandin essential oil out of reach of children.

Safety precautions

Lavandin essential oil should not be applied directly to the skin as it could cause irritation on sensitive skin. Before applying lavandin essential oil to the skin, dilute a few drops in a carrier oil.

We recommend doing a patch test with the diluted lavandin essential oil on a small area of skin. This is to ensure there are no reactions to the oil on skin.

Lavandin essential oil is for external use only and must not be used internally. Ensure the oil is kept out of reach of children.

FAQ's 

What is lavandin essential oil INCI name?

The INCI name for lavandin essential oil is lavandula hybrida grosso.

Where does our lavandin oil originate from?

Our lavandin essential oil originates from Spain.

What is lavandin oil good for?

Lavandin essential oils is used in aromatherapy, cosmetics and the perfume industry. It is mainly used for its floral aroma in perfume and cosmetics. It is popular to add a few drops to soap, bath salts and pot pourri.

In aromatherapy, lavandin essential oil is used for its relaxing and calming properties. It is also said to have antiseptic properties, help reduce stress levels and reduce anxiety. However, there is not enough evidence to support these claims.