Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia
Lavender has a hydrating and calming effect when used in skin care and aromatherapy. It is used to rebalance dryness on the skin, leaving it feeling refreshed and hydrated.
Lavender has been used since Egyptian and early Roman times for its fragrance. The plant has also been used a sedative, with herbalists prescribing it for head pain, apoplexy and cramps.