Section Contents:- A small clinical trial used a naturopathic eardrop called NHED (containing Allium sativum, Verbascum thapsus, Calendula flores, Hypericum perfoliatum, lavender, and vitamin E in olive oil) with and without an antibiotic and topical anesthetic.<a href="#hdng0">(More...)</a>
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A small clinical trial used a naturopathic eardrop called NHED (containing Allium sativum, Verbascum thapsus, Calendula flores, Hypericum perfoliatum, lavender, and vitamin E in olive oil) with and without an antibiotic and topical anesthetic. It was found that the ear pain was self-limiting and resolved after a few days with or without antibiotics. This evidence is preliminary and further research is needed before a conclusion about this treatment can be made. <a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender is native to the Mediterranean, the Arabian Peninsula, Russia, and Africa. It has been used cosmetically and medicinally throughout history. In modern times, lavender is cultivated around the world and the fragrant oils of its flowers are used in aromatherapy, baked goods, candles, cosmetics, detergents, jellies, massage oils, perfumes, powders, shampoo, soaps, and tea.<a href="
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[1]</a> Animal studies suggest that lavender used as aromatherapy or by mouth may increase the amount of drowsiness caused by some drugs. Examples include benzodiazepines such as lorazepam (Ativan®) or diazepam (Valium®), barbiturates such as phenobarbital, narcotics such as codeine, some antidepressants, and alcohol.<a href="
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In theory, lavender may add to the effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs. Lavender may have additive effects when used with prescription antidepressant medications, such as the tricyclic antidepressant imipramine.<a href="
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[1]</a> Caution is advised while driving or operating machinery. In theory, lavender may add to the cholesterol-lowering effects of some herbs or supplements such as fish oil, garlic, guggul, and niacin.<a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with herbs and supplements that are believed to increase the risk of bleeding.<a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender may interact with herbs and supplements taken for depression; use cautiously.<a href="
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English lavender ( Lavandula angustifolia ) is the most common species of lavender used, although other species are in use, including Lavandula burnamii, Lavandula dentate, Lavandula dhofarensis, Lavandula latifolia, and Lavandula stoechas.<a href="
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[1]</a> Common lavender, English lavender, garden lavender, Lavandula burnamii, Lavandula dentate, Lavandula dhofarensis, Lavandula latifolia, Lavandula officinalis L., Lavandula stoechas, limonene, NHED (contains Allium sativum, Verbascum thapsus, Calendula flores, Hypericum perfoliatum, lavender, and vitamin E in olive oil), perillyl alcohol, pink lavender, POH, true lavender, white lavender.<a href="
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[1]</a> Small phase I human trials of the lavender constituent perillyl alcohol (POH) for cancer have suggested safety and tolerability, although efficacy has not been demonstrated.<a href="
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[1]</a> Small trials have shown that patients who massage essential oils (thyme, rosemary, lavender, and cedarwood) into their scalps daily showed more improvement than the control group.<a href="
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[1]</a> Yip YB, Tse SH. The effectiveness of relaxation acupoint stimulation and acupressure with aromatic lavender essential oil for non-specific low back pain in Hong Kong: a randomised controlled trial.<a href="
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[1]</a> Yip YB, Tse SH. An experimental study on the effectiveness of acupressure with aromatic lavender essential oil for sub-acute, non-specific neck pain in Hong Kong.<a href="
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More study on the effect of lavender essential oil alone is needed before any firm conclusions can be made.<a href="
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[1]</a> Although lavender is a sedative-type aroma, use during recess periods in a work environment after accumulation of fatigue seemed to prevent deterioration of performance in subsequent work sessions. Further well-designed research is needed to confirm these results.<a href="
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[1]</a> More research of lavender alone is needed before a strong recommendation can be made.<a href="
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[1]</a> Perillyl alcohol (POH), derived from lavender, might be beneficial in the treatment of some types of cancer. This research has focused on cancers of the pancreas, breast, and intestine.<a href="
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[1]</a> Preliminary research suggests that lavender may be helpful as an adjunct to prescription antidepressant medications.<a href="
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[1]</a> Early research suggests that the impression of pain intensity and unpleasantness may be reduced after treatment with lavender therapy. Other research has shown that lavender aromatherapy may be effective when used with acupressure for short-term relief of lower back pain.<a href="
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[1]</a> Overall, the evidence suggests a small positive effect, although additional data from well-designed studies are required before the evidence can be considered strong. Lavender aromatherapy is also used as a hypnotic, although there is insufficient evidence in support of this use.<a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender aromatherapy is traditionally used for relaxation. It is reported to help relieve anxiety in several small studies, although negative results have also been reported.<a href="
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[1]</a> Small studies of patients with severe dementia in nursing homes have found that lavender aromatherapy or pinning a cloth to the patient with lavender oil on it may help to decrease agitated behavior. Further well-designed studies are needed in this area before a firm conclusion can be drawn.<a href="
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[1]</a> Small human trials looking at the effects of lavender aromatherapy on agitation and behavior in patients with Alzheimer's dementia report conflicting results.<a href="
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[1]</a> Early human studies have found conflicting results on the use of massage with lavender aromatherapy in this condition.<a href="
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[1]</a> Early human studies indicate a potential role for lavender aromatherapy in combination with massage in the short-term treatment of neck pain.<a href="
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Early laboratory studies suggest that lavender oils may have antibiotic activity. This has not been well tested in animal or human studies.<a href="
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[1]</a> Early laboratory and animal studies indicate a potential spasmolytic effect of lavender oil inhalation.<a href="
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Lavender oil used as aromatherapy has also been shown to increase overall mood. Further well-designed research is needed to confirm these results.<a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender oil has been used in aromatherapy (inhaled) and massage therapy (applied on the skin).<a href="
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Preliminary evidence has shown that lavender oil in combination with grape seed oil used in a bath may help to improve overall wellbeing, and decrease anger and frustration.<a href="
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[1]</a> To reduce perineal discomfort after childbirth, 6 drops of lavender oil have been added to a bath. Another technique reported is to add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of dried lavender flowers to hot bath water.<a href="
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[1]</a> Reports describe increased sun sensitivity and changes in skin pigmentation after applying products containing lavender oil. Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, headache, chills, confusion, and drowsiness are sometimes reported after inhaling lavender, absorbing it through the skin, or after large doses of lavender or perillyl alcohol (derived from lavender) are taken by mouth.<a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender has been taken by mouth as a tea prepared from 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) of leaves steeped in 1 cup (250 milliliters) of boiling water for 15 minutes.<a href="
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A naturopathic eardrop called NHED, which includes lavender, has been used at a dose of 5 drops three times a day with or without an antibiotic and topical anesthetic.<a href="
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[1]</a> More severe drowsiness or sedation may occur when lavender is used with other sedating agents.<a href="
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Moss M, Cook J, Wesnes K, et al. Aromas of rosemary and lavender essential oils differentially affect cognition and mood in healthy adults.<a href="
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[1]</a> Lavender has been evaluated as an additive to bathwater to relieve pain in the perineal area (between the vagina and anus) in women following birth.<a href="
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[1]</a> There is not enough scientific evidence to safely recommend lavender for children.<a href="
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[1]</a> People with allergies to lavender may experience skin irritation after contact, and should avoid lavender in all forms.<a href="
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[1]</a> Prashar A, Locke IC, Evans CS. Cytotoxicity of lavender oil and its major components to human skin cells.<a href="
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[1]</a> Dale A, Cornwell S. The role of lavender oil in relieving perineal discomfort following childbirth: a blind randomized clinical trial.<a href="
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[1]</a> Holmes C, Hopkins V, Hensford C, et al. Lavender oil as a treatment for agitated behaviour in severe dementia: a placebo controlled study.<a href="
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Early evidence suggests a potential role for lavender aromatherapy, especially in combination with massage or acupressure, in the improvement of measures of quality of life among new mothers.<a href="
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[1]</a> There is not enough scientific evidence to recommend lavender aromatherapy for rheumatoid arthritis pain.<a href="
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Many people find lavender aromatherapy to be relaxing and it has been reported to have anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) effects.<a href="
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Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy A therapy in which the scent of essential oils from flowers, herbs, and trees is inhaled to promote health and well-being., in which the scent of the essential oil from the flowers is inhaled. <a href="
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[2]</a> Historically, lavender was used as an antiseptic and for mental health purposes. Today, the herb is used for conditions such as anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and depression. Lavender is also used for headache, upset stomach, and hair loss.<a href="
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Lavender is native to the Mediterranean region. It was used in ancient Egypt as part of the process for mummifying bodies.<a href="
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Dried lavender flowers can be used to make teas or liquid extracts that can be taken by mouth.<a href="
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[2]</a> Lavender oil may be poisonous if taken by mouth. When lavender teas and extracts are taken by mouth, they may cause headache, changes in appetite, and constipation.<a href="
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Topical use of diluted lavender oil or use of lavender as aromatherapy is generally considered safe for most adults.<a href="
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[2]</a> Some preliminary results indicate that lavender oil, combined with oils from other herbs, may help with hair loss from a condition called alopecia areata.<a href="
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There is little scientific evidence of lavender's effectiveness for most health uses.<a href="
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- 'The results of our laboratory studies confirm that pure lavender and tea tree oils can mimic the actions of estrogens and inhibit the effects of androgens,' said Korach.<a href="#hdng3">(More...)</a>
- Bath & Body Works stores sold the lavender candles nationwide from May 1996 through August 1996 for about $15.<a href="#hdng4">(More...)</a>
- Products available from Alii Kula include lavender scone mix, lavender lilikoi jelly, lavender rose bath soap with Maui goat"s milk, lavender candles and much more, ranging from aromatherapy items and bath and body goods to culinary specialties and apparel.<a href="#hdng5">(More...)</a>
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"It is impossible to make a forgery of Jackson Pollock's work," Time magazine critic Robert Hughes claimed in 1982. It is a telling comment that gets to the heart of Pollock's authenticity as an artist." Lavender Mist Lavender Mist about sums up his most ravishing, atmospheric painting. <a href="
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[3]</a> Applying lavender and tea tree oils to the skin over a long period of time has been linked to breast enlargement in boys who have not yet reached puberty. It is not known if the use of lavender and tea tree oils is safe for women who have a high risk for breast cancer that is estrogen-receptive.<a href="
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[4]</a> Lavender and tea tree oils have been found to have some hormone -like effects. They have effects similar to estrogen (female sex hormone) and also block or decrease the effect of androgens (male sex hormones).<a href="
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There are many essential oils used in aromatherapy, including Roman chamomile, geranium, lavender, lemon, cedarwood, and bergamot.<a href="
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[4]</a> Essential oils are very concentrated. It takes about 220 lbs of lavender flowers to make about 1 pound of essential oil. Essential oils are very volatile, evaporating quickly when they come in contact with air.<a href="
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'The results of our laboratory studies confirm that pure lavender and tea tree oils can mimic the actions of estrogens and inhibit the effects of androgens,' said Korach. Bloch said the laboratory studies support his hypothesis. 'Since there was no identifiable cause for prepubertal gynecomastia in the three patients we reported, we speculated that environmental factors might be contributing to their condition. <a href="
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[5]</a> All had either used lavender-scented soap and skin lotions, or shampoos or styling products that contained tea tree oil and lavender oil as ingredients.<a href="
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Bath & Body Works stores sold the lavender candles nationwide from May 1996 through August 1996 for about $15. Consumers should immediately stop using the lavender botanical candles and return them to any Bath & Body Works retail store for a refund of the purchase price, plus a $25.00 Bath & Body Works gift certificate. <a href="
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[6]</a> WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bath & Body Works Inc. of New Albany, Ohio, is recalling about 18,400 Garden Lavender Botanical Candles.<a href="
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[6]</a> Bath & Body Works has received three reports of the lavender material inside the candle igniting.<a href="
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The cylindrical, white wax candles, measuring 4 inches high and 4 inches in diameter, contain small purple lavender flowers.<a href="
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Products available from Alii Kula include lavender scone mix, lavender lilikoi jelly, lavender rose bath soap with Maui goat"s milk, lavender candles and much more, ranging from aromatherapy items and bath and body goods to culinary specialties and apparel. <a href="
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[7]</a> Located on the misty slopes of Haleakala is Alii Kula Lavender, growing 45 varieties of lavender on 10 acres. The herb typically blooms in the spring and summer, but certain varieties bloom year round at this Maui farm.<a href="
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