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