Lavender tea

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http://www.aromatherapy-at-home.com/dried-lavender-flower.html
http://www.teabenefits.com/herbal-tea-benefits/lavender-tea-benefits.html
http://www.joys-of-lavender.com/lavender-baths.html


It is said that every gardener sooner or later succumbs to the urge to grow this plant due to its romances. It is also said that if you don't know what essential oil to use-- use diluted lavender oil would be a safe choice--except the pregnant women.(it causes the contraction of uterus).

However, we will focus on the benefits of lavender tea and the most common and efficient usages of lavender such as bathing, soothing stressed feelings...

Lavender herbal tea
The most benefit of lavender may be the comforting smell that smooth the upset feelings, stomaches, bowl movements, and headaches. To make lavender tea, simply infuse a handful of dried lavender blossoms in a pot of boiling water. Let the tea steep for about 7 to 10 minutes. Then strain and enjoy.
It is said that inhaling the steam of a hot lavender tea can help us clear the airways from the nose to the lungs.

Lavender baths
Besides the lavender tea, lavender is a top choice for taking a bath.
It is just so wonderful to lie down in the hot water full of lavender smell and dried leaves--through the imagination I am relax and comforted already! It is a perfect way to cleanse and rejuvenate the body and spirit.
Lavender is a plant famous in anti-bacteria and anti-fungal through the history.
Its reputation may have increased during the Great Plague in London in the 17th century, when it was suggested that a bunch of lavender fastened to each wrist would protect the wearer against the deadly disease.
Lavender baths have healing qualities especially for the skin.
It can be used on any type of skin and is a anti-inflammatory, skin-regenerator, antifungal, anti- bacterial, deodorizer, analgesic, relaxing, helps prevent scars, helps boost the immunity system and it smells fabulous.
Indeed, taking a lavender bath is the most wise choice both for mentally and physically--especially those pretty women who cares mostly about the texture of their skins. :）

Fantastic way to bring lavender and smell it in every single moment~~~~ little lavender pillow