Lavender Essential Oil: Benefits, Uses & How to Use

If there’s one essential oil every home should have, it’s Lavender. Often called the “Swiss Army knife” of essential oils, Young Living Lavender is loved for its soft, floral aroma and its incredible versatility. Here’s everything a beginner needs to know about using it.

About Lavender essential oil

Young Living Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is steam-distilled from the flowering tops of the lavender plant, much of it grown and harvested on Young Living’s own farms. Its calming, slightly sweet floral scent makes it one of the most popular oils in the world — and a perfect first oil.

Top ways to use Lavender

• Diffuse it — add a few drops to your diffuser for a calming, spa-like aroma. It’s a wonderful evening scent (try our diffuser blends).
• Add it to your routine — a drop in your favorite unscented lotion or a roller bottle (diluted with a carrier oil) makes a lovely personal scent.
• Freshen your space — a few drops on a cotton ball in a drawer or closet, or in a DIY linen spray.
• Wind-down ritual — diffusing Lavender as part of a bedtime routine is a favorite for creating a relaxing atmosphere.

Lavender blends beautifully with…

Lavender plays well with almost everything. Some favorite pairings: Lemon (fresh and bright), Cedarwood (calming and woodsy), Bergamot (uplifting), Frankincense (grounding), and Peppermint (cool and crisp).

Simple Lavender diffuser recipes

• Sweet Dreams: 3 drops Lavender + 2 drops Cedarwood
• Fresh & Calm: 3 drops Lavender + 2 drops Lemon
• Spa Day: 3 drops Lavender + 2 drops Frankincense

A few good-to-knows

• Always read the label for usage guidance.
• Dilute with a carrier oil (like V-6) before applying to skin, especially for sensitive skin.
• Keep out of reach of children and away from eyes.
• If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult a health professional before use.

Where to buy Young Living Lavender

You can order Lavender directly from Young Living using the Buy Now button on our Essential Oil Singles page — your referral discount is applied automatically. New to oils? Lavender is one of the stars of the Premium Starter Bundle — see how to get started on our Start Here page, or read Essential Oils 101.