2. Make A Fragrant Wreath

In aromatherapy, lavender is used to relieve anxiety and boost mood, so keeping it around the house may help you to relax after a long day. Incorporate it into your home décor, and it will freshen the air and add charm to any room.

3. Sanitize Hands

Lavender essential oil has antibacterial properties, making it a popular ingredient in many organic and homemade hand sanitizers. You can find lots of DIY recipes online, many of which include aloe vera gel and witch hazel in addition to lavender oil.

4. Clean Up Contaminated Soil

Several studies have found that planting lavender is an effective way to restore contaminated land, such as former mine sites, because it removes heavy metals and other pollutants from the soil. Even better, these contaminants don’t affect the quality of the plant or its essential oil.

5. Make A Mean Lemonade

Lavender is the secret to ultra-refreshing, lemonade. Simply blend it together with sugar before mixing with water and lemon for a floral infused thirst-quencher that’s naturally pinkish-purple in color.

6. Take An Aromatherapy Bath

We’ve already mentioned lavender’s soothing effect, and the best place to take advantage of it is in the bathtub. Whip up an easy batch of rosemary-and-lavender bath salts in your stand mixer with homegrown or farmers’ market herbs for a therapeutic soak. Or add it to a homemade shampoo.

7. Help You Sleep

Science confirms what people have known for centuries: The scent of this herb has a soothing, sedative affect that can help you get to sleep. Make a tea with the flowers before bed or stuff a lavender sachet inside your pillow to help you on your way to sweet dreams and kiss the melatonin pills goodbye.

Source: rodalesorganiclife.com