Lavender

Lavendula officianalis/angustifolia-distilled from the fresh, flowering tops.  Sweet, floral, herbaceous scent with balsamic, woody undertones.  Universal oil that balances the body and works where there is a need.  There are many sub-species and varieties, including Lavandin.

Generally considered non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritating in low doses.  Dilute well for topical use.  Also suited for diffusing and inhalation.  Can be used Neat for insect bites and burns.

CHARACTER:  "Embracing Balancer", Harmony, Calming, Healing, Caring, Compassionate, Gentle spiritual Openness, “Peace begins within.”   

ETHERIC COLORS: Silver, Gold, Teal, Soft violet, Periwinkle blue

CRYSTALS:  Fluorite, Amethyst, Sodalite, Rhodonite, Rhodochrosite, Labradorite, Lepidolite, Kunzite, Rose quartz, Angelite, Selenite, Purple spinel, Tanzanite  

      

CHAKRA: Crown, Heart, Solar       

NUMBER:  7

MUSICAL: Treble A; E; soft harp, gentle guitar, ambient choral, light instrumental meditation

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle to Top             

ASTRO:  Mercury, Venus, Libra, Virgo 

ELEMENT:  Air and Water

ENERGY TYPE: Predominately 2, 4

CHEMICAL FAMILY; Esters, Monoterpenols

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Secure, Gentle, Compassionate, Balanced perspective, Reconciled, Vital, Clarity,  Acceptance, Inner peace, Relaxed, Spiritual, Meditative, Visualization, Rejuvenated, Emotionally regulated, Gentle confidence, 

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Anxiety, Irritable, Stress, Tension, Panic, Shock, Apprehensive, Fears, Insecurity, Restless, Moody, Distracted, Addicted, Trauma, Conflicted, Jittery, Depression, Nervous, Worry, Over-excited, Burnout, Insomnia, fatigue

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  Acne, allergies, bruises, burns, dermatitis, earache, eczema, insect bites, sores, sunburn, wounds, muscle aches, bronchitis, cough, nausea, cramps, ringworm, shingles, bug bites, headache, dandruff, deodorant

Blends with most oils, especially citrus and florals.  Also CEDAR, CLARY SAGE, PINE, CLOVE, VETIVER, PATCHOULI, etc. 

BLENDS:  Amethyst,  Arrowhead,  Caldera,  Focused Journey,  Green Tourmaline,  Horse Whisper,   Kayenta,  Kolob Trail,  Ocean Jasper,  Onyx,  Pink Tourmaline,  Point Sublime,   Rose Quartz,  Sahasrara, Serenity's Child,   Stalking Leopard, Tomahawk,  Toroweap,   Spiral Jetty, Spurs, Sunrise, Symphony, Twelve Flowers,  Windwalker,   Mother of Pearl, Splendor 

Has over 100 constituents including linalyl acetate(up to 40%).  linalol, lavandulol, lavandulyl acetate, terpineol, cineol, limonene, ocinene, caryophyllene, among others)

ARCHETYPES:  PARENT, COUNSELOR, HEALER, CHILD NATURE, CALM COMPANION, TEACHER, ADVOCATE, FARMER, PEACEKEEPER 

PERSONALITY:

+Able to care for a multitude of psychological and physical problems.

+Mothering.  Electric.  Formidable, yet gentle and kind.

+Direct, brave, humble, versatile, always ready to listen.

+Bravely overcomes obstacles placed in their way. 

+Ability to give generously of themselves—caring for others.

+First to come to the rescue in times of trouble and when help is needed.

+Seem to have an inexhaustible amount of energy to call upon.

+Will talk to your plants or feed your cats when you are away.

+Loves the earth, flowers, trees, and fills their home with living things if possible.

(updated Feb. 26, 2026)