Lavender oil is one of the most popular essential oils, in part because of it’s especially high therapeutic value. Not only has the aroma of lavender oil proven to be relaxing, it can decrease your blood pressure and positively affect brain activity. Use this essential first when trying out aromatherapy to help fight stress, depression, and anxiety.
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Lavender essential oil has demonstrated similar effects to powerful anti-anxiety medications.
When selecting a lavender oil in particular, make sure you choose a product that is high in esters and has little to no cineole like this one
Rub some diluted lavender essential oil onto your temples or the back of your neck to help relieve stress and anxiety.
You can apply the diluted oil using your fingertips or by saturating a cotton ball and using that to rub it on.
If you have symptoms like slow/shallow breathing, seizures, persistent cough/gagging, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation, or eye redness/irritation after using an essential oil, you might be experiencing toxicity. Rinse the skin where you applied the oil thoroughly and call your doctor.