Lavandula angustifolia

This truly amazing botanical is a member of Lamiaceae or Mint family and it originates from Europe.
The most important health benefits of lavender include its ability to relieve stress, improve mood, reduce skin irritation, prevent infections, reduce inflammation and more. Lavender can be used internally or externally but in salve and lotions it is external use only.
It has analgesic, anti inflammatory and anti microbial properties perfect for treating minor injuries, burns, and skin irritations.
Aromatically using lavender essential oil can help ease stress, headaches, anxiety or be used in relaxing muscles through massage.
The antioxidant components in lavender are quite potent and can have an impact on the endocrine system to help lower the levels of stress hormones in the body. A simple lavender aromatherapy spray at bedtime helps with restful sleep as well. Twin Mountain Botanicals uses Lavender in Lavender Lush Body Cream, Frankincense Face Cream, Holiday Warmth Body Cream, Multi Use Skin Salve.