Description
Precautions for use
Lavender Fine essential oil is very well tolerated, it can be used pure by all routes of administration, including infants (over 3 months). However, the presence in large quantities of an allergenic compound, linalool, should raise the attention of users with allergic conditions, be careful! It is prohibited for pregnant and / or breastfeeding women as well as for babies under 3 months old. It is contraindicated for people suffering from significant cardiovascular problems and in the event of hypotension. On asthmatic sites , prior medical advice is required before use.
An excessive dosage may induce the opposite effects to those sought (nervousness, insomnia, excitement).
Skin application
For babies over 3 months, even in sensitive people, Lavender essential oil must be diluted in the event of skin application (1 drop of essential oil for 4 drops of vegetable oil).
Other precautions
Be careful not to confuse the essential oil of Lavender Fine, and other types of lavender (especially aspic). Their properties and therefore their restrictions on use are totally different.
Allergenic components
Lavender Fine essential oil contains the following allergenic components:
linalool (20 to 48%)
geraniol (≤ 1.5%)
limonene (≤ 1%)
coumarin (≤ 0.2%)