Description
A perennial, bushy shrub with silvery, grey or green linear leaves and purple, violet or blue spiky flowers. High Altitude Lavender is produced in France on the slopes of Mont Blanc. The higher altitude gives rise to higher natural Linalyl Acetate (Ester) levels. Linalyl Acetate is antiviral and antibacteria. Therefore the properties of this lavender are increased over standard lavender.
Characteristics
Clean fresh, floral top notes with herbaceous undertones... The most popular essential oil.
Oils to Blend with
Lavender can be blended with any essential oil successfully to enhance the scent of a blend or to enhance the therapeutic properties. Citrus, florals and herbs work especially well... Imagination is limitless with Lavender.

Latin Name
Lavendula angustifolia

Plant Family
Labiatae

Extraction Method
Steam distilled from the flowering tops, picked in morning dew and distilled directly to enhance the natural esther levels, quality and quantity.

Country of Origin
France

Chemical Constituents
Borneol, Geraniol, Lavandulol, Linalool (Alcohols), Aeranyl acetate, Lavandulyl acetate, Linalyl acetate (Ester), Cineole (Ketone), Caryophyllene (Sesquiterpene), Limonene, Pinene (Terpenes).

Precautions
Some people with low blood pressure may feel a bit dull and drowsy after using the oil. Avoid during pregnancy.