Lavender
Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia)
Lavender is indigenous to Africa, Mediterranean, Arabian Peninsula, and Russia but is cultivated all over the world. The Latin name Lavandula is derived from the verb lavare, “to wash,” and is also famous for its beautiful scent. Lavender is an excellent herb that can be added to any First Aid Kit. Lavender can be used for nausea, vomiting, stings, headaches, insomnia, coughs, and colds. The herb can also be used for chest infections, coughs, and colds in the form of home brewed tea.
The herb has natural beauty benefits for hair. It replenishes and rejuvenates dry hair. It strengthens the roots of the hair, promoting hair growth and increases hair luster and vibrancy.
The herb has natural beauty benefits for skin. Lavender encourages the growth of new skin cells and has a great healing effect on burns, dry skin, psoriasis, eczema, and prevents scarring.
The following home instructions are those people who want to make a Lavender Hair Rinse: Use one cup of bruised lavender flowers in 2 cups of boiling water. Cover, and simmer for at least 15 minutes. Strain and pour into a container. Rinse through hair after shampooing and thoroughly rinsing out any traces of soap. Style as usual. This recipe promotes healthy, shiny, and conditioned hair.
