oil of lavender

oil of lav·en·der

volatile oil from fresh flowering tops of Lavandula officinalis (family Labiatae). Aromatic oil used in perfume and as a flavoring agent. Has been used as a carminative.

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INGREDIENTS:Bunch of lavender (fresh or dried) Twine to tie Eight drops essential oil of lavender Crushed lavender flowers (optional) 1.Tie the lavender stalks together with twine and throw the bunch into the water as you run the bath, keeping the water temperature warm in the evening to aid sleep but cooler in the morning to refresh.

Vital: Bath to basics; WHETHER YOU WANT TO BEAT A HANGOVER, RELAX AFTER A HARD DAY OR COSY UP WITH YOUR LOVED ONE, A SOAK IN THE TUB - WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM A FEW ESSENTIAL OILS - - CAN SOON WASH AWAY ALL YOUR CARES. SO GET THOSE TAPS RUNNING, ADD THE MAGIC TOUCH, THEN LIE BACK AND TAKE IT EASY..

L'Occitane is an exquisite beauty brand that uses only the best ingredients in its super-moisturising skincare: rich shea butters, oil of lavender and milky cocoa cream and the yummiest marshmallow, sweet almond and honey extracts.