Aromatherapy Pharmacy - Aromatherapy & Essential Oils Guide

Lavender (Lavandula officinalis, L angustifolia, L vera.) is the most famous essential oil in terms of pain relief because of the distilled flowering tops which originally come from Bulgaria, France, England, Yugoslavia and Tasmania although it could be grown in any part of the world. . Lavender Vera is grown in higher altitudes, which produces more esters and a finer scent. Lavender has a long list of applications for skin; because of its anti-inflammatory and cell regenerating properties, it is one of the only essential oils that can be applied neat, or undiluted, and to the skin.

do you know of any good blends for pain relief - i've tried lavender , chamomile and black pepper. This works good for muscle aches .

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I'm sure the romans used to use lavender on their wounds after battle

The most famous essential oil for pain relief and relaxation is lavender (Lavandula officinalis, L angustifolia, L vera.) Distilled from the flowering tops, the best lavender oil comes from Bulgaria, France, England, Yugoslavia and Tasmania, though it can be grown all over the world. Lavender Vera is grown in higher altitudes, which produces more esters and a finer scent. Lavender has a long list of applications for skin; because of its anti-inflammatory and cell regenerating properties, it is one of the only essential oils that can be applied neat, or undiluted, to the skin. Lavender is also antimicrobial, anti-infectious and antiseptic, making it effective in the treatment of wounds and as a frontline defense against respiratory infection.

Jasmine and Rosemary essential oils are also good for muscle relief, the fragrent calms the mind and body after exercise. If you need more information on aromatherapy essential oils try Micheline Arcier Aromatherapy.