Lavandin Grosso

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(Lavandula x hybrida)
Traditionally used to support healthy breathing, circulatory and muscular function. Not suitable for burns. To soothe burns, consider Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia).

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Lavandin Grosso 'Reydovan'
Lavandula x hybrida

Plant Origin: France
Method: Steam distilled from flowering tops
Cultivation: Grown using organic methods
Chemical Family: Monoterpenol
Aroma: Sweet, less floral than Lavender, camphoraceous notes
Note (Evaporation Rate): Middle

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot#109
Linalyl acetate 30.87%
Linalool 32.02%
Camphor 6.88%
Terpinen-4-ol 3.46%
Lavandulyl acetate 2.92%
Borneol 3.39%
Lavandulol 0.81%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable, although there is a precautionary and controversial caution for oral use by breastfeeding mothers due to the possibility that the anticoagulant properties may pass into breast milk.

Medication/Health Condition: Caution Orally: Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Breastfeeding mothers (a controversial caution), Hemophilia, Peptic Ulcer, Internal bleeding, and other Bleeding disorders, Major Surgery and Childbirth (up to one week before or after), Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis
[Contraindicated orally because Lavandin "may inhibit platelet aggregation based on in vitro data either for the oil or a major constituent." Essential Oil Safety by Tisserand/Young, page 117.]

Therapeutic Uses
Lavandin essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Acne
Airborne antimicrobial
Antioxidant
Antiseptic properties
Anxiety
Asthma
Athlete’s foot
Back, minor aches and pain
Bacteria
Bronchitis
Calming
Candida
Circulatory system
Fungal
Immune support
Inflammation
Joints, minor aches and pain
Menstrual cramps
Mental enhancement
Migraine
Mucus
Muscle injury, pain, spasm
Mucus
Nerve tonic
Oral, bad breath
Pain
Respiratory, infection
Rheumatism
Scabies
Skin, acne, infections, scabies
Spasm
Sprains
Stress
Tension
Throat, infection
Tumor
Virus
Wounds

Lavandin is a hybrid plant developed by crossing true Lavender with Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia). Lavandin Grosso contains terpineol-4 and linalyl acetate, which make it a good antiseptic. It is used throughout Europe to sterilize animal cages in veterinary clinics and hospitals. It also has greater penetrating properties than Lavender.

Hopewell Essential Oil Blends containing Lavandin:
No More Fleas!
Purify
Serenity

Blends well with:
Cedarwood
Citrus oils
Clary Sage
Clove
Cinnamon
Cypress
Geranium
Jasmine Absolute
Patchouli
Petitgrain
Pine
Thyme
Patchouli
Rosemary

Aromatherapy Literature Notes:
Jane Buckle states that Lavandin Grosso was shown to be effective against non-tubercular opportunistic mycobacteria (NTM), which is common in AIDS patients.

Price notes: Reydovan variety is principally antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral and is also noted to be a nerve tonic and expectorant.

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Not suitable for burns (use true Lavender instead). Tested at 10% on 25 volunteers, it was neither irritating nor sensitizing. Maximum dermal use level suggested is 0.03% for high-risk people. See Safety cautions below.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler

Internal: Lavandin is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt, Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.
See Safety note below about oral use of Lavandin when on anticoagulants or with bleeding disorders.
Click here for information about internal usage.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. I put a drop of Lavandin under my tongue when I feel a migraine or headache coming on, and it diminishes it quickly. It's amazing. - Sally
[HEO's comment: See comment about oral use above. We suggest you try diluting Lavandin and applying topically first, as it's noted to work well topically for pain issues.]

2. I mix Lavandin and Rosemary with Witch Hazel for a spray deodorant. It works well, even when I'm outside sweating for long periods of time. - Cookie

Safety
Tisserand notes that skin sensitization is a moderate risk. Tested at 10% on 15 volunteers, it was neither irritating or sensitizing. For those with a previous history of reaction to fragrance materials, the maximum dermal use level suggested is 0.03%

Lavandin may inhibit blood clotting and is therefore cautioned for oral use when taking anti-coagulant medication, with major surgery, peptic ulcer, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Price, Shirley and Len, Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Third Edition, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2008.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, 2014, pages 70-71.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, page 324-325.
Wildwood, Chrissie, Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, 1996, page 269-270.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 597.

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