Herbs - Lavender - Preparations

Essential Oil: This is one of the few essential oils that can be used, undiluted, directly on the skin. Also useful added to baths and as an inhalent.

Infusion: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons to one cup hot water. Drink three times daily.

Tincture: Take 60 to 100 drops three times daily.

Lavender may be combined with rosemary for depression and tension headaches, with vervain (Verbena officinalis) for migraines and nervous tension, and with meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) or black cohosh for rheumatism.