Guest guest Posted February 14, 2000 Report Share Posted February 14, 2000 No No No! Please share with the list!! I haven't been able to get a straight answer in 2 years of asking!!! What I thought I had understood was that Lavender Bulgaria was just from Bulgaria - and typically was a angustifolia. Lavender 40/42 oil is some how manipulated or the plant is manipulated somehow to create an oil that smells the same year after year. I'm on the digest if you really only want to share any findings with me feel free to send to the below address. j jmission@... Message: 10 Date: Mon, 14 Feb 2000 12:21 CST From: Debra Kadolph <kadolphd@...> Subject: lavender Can someone please tell me the difference between Lavender, Bulgarian and Lavender 40/42? I am on the digest, so if you can reply to me directly, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks, Debbie kadolphd@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 5, 2000 Report Share Posted June 5, 2000 At 04:25 AM 6/5/00, you wrote: > From: greeneyes3421@... >Subject: Lavender > >Hi everyone! I have a question for an experienced person in herbs and such. >Last year I planted 3 different varieties of lavender (cotton, the regular >pretty stuff you normally see and another one, forgot the names). What I >would like to know is: >1. When can I cut and dry the lavender for its fullest potential? >2. How do I make a lavender water and or my own oil? Hi ! First I have some bad news, lavender cotton is not actually a true lavender but a santolina. The most popular varieties are Santolina chamaecyparissus, Santolina pinnata neopolitanum, and Santolina rosmarinifolia. According to The Complete Book of Herbs by Lesley Bremness, lavender flowers should be gathered early in the day just as the flowers open and the leaves can be harvested anytime. To dry the flower stems, lay them on open trays or hang them in small bunches. I cut the stems in the morning, bundle them with some colored yarn, and hang them on the wall to dry. My whole house smells like lavender when I do this. Below are two recipes I use for making lavender water and infused oil. As for making your own EO, don't bother. It's to expensive and complicated to worry about. You're better off purchasing it from a reliable source. The site listed also has some great info on growing lavender. http://www.northolympic.com/purplehaze/growing/index.html Basic Recipe for Floral Waters Recipe By : Ortho's Guide to Herbs (24/02/99) Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Perfumes Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 6 tablespoons fresh herbs -- chopped or 3 tablespoons dried herbs -- crushed 2 cups water 1 ounce fresh flower petals or 1/2 ounce dried flower petals Place the ingredients in an enamel pan. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes. Let cool, then strain, bottle, and refrigerate. Makes 2 cups Note: Floral water intended mostly for bathing should be made stronger by using up to 1 pound fresh material and increasing the dried material and water proportionally. Add 3 ounces vodka after straining. Use 1/2 cup floral water per bath - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - How To Make Infused Oils author unknown - Toiletries List Making an oil infusion is a very simple process, but you must use a good quality oil. I like to use olive oil or sweet almond. Take 2 cups of clean, dried herb and place in a crockpot. Cover with vegetable oil. With crockpot set on low, allow to infuse for 2 hours. Or, you can place the same amount of herb and cover with 1 quart of vegetable or nut oil, to which 1/8th teaspoon of rosemary oil extract has been added, into a sterile, glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Set in sunny window for approx. 3 weeks. Shake and swirl contents every day. Strain oil through a fine filter. I use a wire mesh strainer lined with unbleached coffee filters or muslin. parijati ICQ: 12125644 Make up your mind not merely to overcome a thousand obstacles, but to succeed in spite of a thousand defeats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 20, 2000 Report Share Posted July 20, 2000 At 09:07 AM 7/20/00 +0000, you wrote: >I know Lavender EO is ea very healing type of oil. I wondered if the >40/42 variety would retain its healing qualities or lose them because of >being altered to fit the " scent " . Does anyone know? aromatherapists believe that the healing potential of pure, natural (rather than tinkered with!) essential oils is much greater. I wouldn't think of using an 'adjusted' oil for healing. Your source for superb Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information, Books and more! Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2000 Report Share Posted October 10, 2000 In a message dated 10/10/00 5:49:17 AM Eastern Daylight Time, egroups writes: > > I had to throw away the soap because it smelled sooooo bad. And I don't > know why. So if either one of you knows why, I'd really appreciate the info. > Thanks again. Deby > > Did this have a camphorous smell?............I am under the impression that this soap mellows out with age. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 27, 2000 Report Share Posted December 27, 2000 >Hello, this group has been very helpful with all the information that >you pass between each other and I want to say thank you. Now I'm in >need of some help. I make bath salts for my family members and they >really enjoy them. I would like to know if anyone knows where I >could purchase Lavender in large quantities (I hope that I'm saying >it right)? , Are you wanting lavender ( the bulk herb)? or lavender essential oil ? or lavender fragrance oil? I can help you with any one of those products... Lucinda Glenbrook Farms Herbs and Such http://www.glenbrookfarm.com/herbs Living Healthy!! Living Well!! It doesn't have to cost a fortune Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 27, 2000 Report Share Posted December 27, 2000 Hi, I order my " lavender flowers whole select suchoix " from St. 's Botanicals. They carry 1 oz., 8 oz., and 1 lb packages. The one pound package is $11.94. They also carry lavender flowers powder. They carry lavender flower extract and lavender essential oil. You can visit on line at http://www.st-johns.com I enjoy doing business with them. Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 30, 2000 Report Share Posted December 30, 2000 I would like this information also, please. Ricky in Texas Lavender > >Hello, this group has been very helpful with all the information that >you pass between each other and I want to say thank you. Now I'm in >need of some help. I make bath salts for my family members and they >really enjoy them. I would like to know if anyone knows where I >could purchase Lavender in large quantities (I hope that I'm saying >it right)? Lavender is our favorite scent and I really need to >purchase more than I have been. You could send me messages thru the >list or email me privately (whichever you prefer.) Thanks for your >patience and help. > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 19, 2002 Report Share Posted April 19, 2002 > I post with permission. > > " I have a quantity of organicly grown (not certified) Grosso lavender > > flowers for sale from 2001, they are > > good quality and free of debris. These flowers were grown in Sequim, WA, > > which is fast becoming the home of Americain Lavender. America's s > answer > > to Provence. > > I am offering these flowers for $12.00 per 8oz which is a large amount > plus postage > > p.s > > Just for interest we distilled a lot of the these lavender flowers in the summer and > when Jeanne Rose came to our Lavender Association for a seminar she was very > > impressed with the quality of the oil from these buds.> . Thanks > > > > Re: Lavender > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2002 Report Share Posted July 15, 2002 Jeanine, I dont buy anything from Stuf Likes anymore and I will scream that outloud. But we wont go there . I get my bottles from Essentialsupplies.com and sometimes I will get from SKS. They have the same bottles as the cobalt ones I use. Good prices and more importantly, good service. Aww those kittens were the cutest things!!!!!! Hugz, Shaye Lavender Shaye, I did have a couple of fellows stop at my booth at one of the mall shows and ask for lavender. Said it was great for shaving. I personally like it but I know some folks that don't. Kim, will there be more kitties at the next gathering? (just kidding). My husband was very surprised that I didn't bring one home. Even more surprised that Val didn't. She's the kitty mommy in the neighborhood. Shaye, are your bottles from Stuff Likes? Kae, my daughter is going to Albany to visit a friend soon. Wondering if I could get her to do a side trip to you for some supplies. Will contact you if I can talk her into it. Would save on the shipping. Or maybe a trip with DH for dinner somewhere....... Told everyone at work about the great time we had at the gathering. They are wonderful customers of mine. Now they can't wait for the lotion - Thanks Deb. Did I post enough questions for one time? nne, the pictures are superb!!! Bring back memories already. Thanks. Jeanine Jeanine's Hummingbird Soap Works Our Message Board http://www.voy.com/21568/ Check out these great Molds!! http://soapwerks.com/martinworld.htm Member Kae's Site... Awesome oil Prices! http://www.olivetreesoaps.com/ All posts to this list are copyrighted by post author. They may NOT be forwarded, copied, or used in anyway without the permission of the post author with the exception of answering posts to this list. Posts are personal opinions only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2002 Report Share Posted October 19, 2002 At 10:13 PM 10/19/02 +0000, you wrote: >I just looked at my Lavender Oil and I have 100%Pure Essential Oil from Aura >Cacia. The bottle is .5 fl oz . It has two recipes on the side of the >label that says: Calming Toner: 5 drops lavender 1 t. witch hazel and >extract. but what is the latin name (species) and/or country of origin... those make a huge difference...and with Lavender sometimes more than with other oils... it could be lavender or lavandin... both are often sold as lavender. Your source for superb Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information, Books and more! Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2002 Report Share Posted October 19, 2002 Marge---I just looked at your website!!!! Its positively beautiful!!!!!! }}:{{ *hugs* Misty http://community.webtv.net/mpw98/ForeverYoursATouch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2002 Report Share Posted October 20, 2002 Latin name is Lavandula Angustifolia and the orgin is France/Ukraine Re:lavender > > > but what is the latin name (species) and/or country of origin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2002 Report Share Posted October 20, 2002 Hey Misty ! Send me the link to Marge's web site so I can peek too ? Huggs, jenn --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.401 / Virus Database: 226 - Release Date: 10/9/2002 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2002 Report Share Posted October 20, 2002 hi Jenn- Marge's website is http://www.naturesgift.com Make sure you click on everything she has there~simply beautiful!!!! Misty http://community.webtv.net/mpw98/ForeverYoursATouch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2002 Report Share Posted October 20, 2002 Thank you,kiddo. I should have known this. Jenn Re: Re:lavender hi Jenn- Marge's website is http://www.naturesgift.com Make sure you click on everything she has there~simply beautiful!!!! Misty --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.401 / Virus Database: 226 - Release Date: 10/9/2002 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2003 Report Share Posted March 21, 2003 Hi Tony, Compliments when compliments are warranted. As to Lavender, yes have had great success with Lavender not only dealing with behavioral issues but for decreasing sedation used in Dental, Gyne and ENT procedures. I will qualify what kind of Lavender I have used. The only one that I trust is Jan's Bulgarian, angustofolia. She suppplies the GC paper work and authenticity. Camphor content is low and Linalol content high. At any rate, we have used essential oils in a very large state institution for the developmentally challenged. Federal government mandates that such an institute have a sedation committee that must always seek alternative methods to chemical sedation and mechanical restraints. There are also mandates to care diligently for total patient health and nutrition.Did a pilot study in the dental clinic: in a pre op room we diffused Lavender, did hand and or foot massage and found that chemical sedation was reduced by 50% and mechanical restraints were no longer needed.This is so great for client care as one can only imagine how frightening medical procedures are to a person with limited intellectual capacity. The same site has set up a rest and relaxation room, using massage and essential oils and has been very successful in behavior modification.Have also used these techniques in nursing homes that care for Alzheimer sundowning issues. As you well know, I entitle my work as Sensory Stimulation and Quality of Life. Have been really busy but I hope that I can sneak in some time to play more with perfumery. Got some really lovely carnation from a grower in Egypt who was at the Arizona conference. Really nice guy: especially nice that it was a gift. Could it be that it was be kind to " little old ladies " week? T'was timely as I just had a birthday on the Ides of March but you don't want to know how many years. Kind regards to all, Trudy Welker Tony Burfield wrote: > > Hi Trudy, > > I wasn't fishing for compliments, but thanks! > > I remember when you came over you talked about the use of lavender oil, or > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 , Lavender makes a wonderful addition to bathing herbs. Although you asked about salts, this is another way to use it in the bath. To use in her own home she doesn't have to dry them..... Here is part of an article I wrote called " Tub Tea for the Weary Gardener " Look for plants that will have healing qualities as well as fragrance. Use as many or as few as you like. Remember that many people believe that plants that choose to grow near us have something to offer us. Here are some to try: lavender flowers rose petals plantain tarragon elderflowers sage chickweed comfrey honeysuckle wild oats rosemary thyme violets – flowers and leaves lovage mints valerian flowers calendula echinacea leaves and flowers Gather enough so that there is about a loose quart of leaves and flowers. Place the plant materials in the blender or food processor and pulse just enough so that the plants are bruised (this is where the Doctrine of Signatures comes in :->). Dump the mixture onto a one foot square of cloth and tie up the bundle. If bugs or plants have caused an itchy feeling, add ¼ cup of oatmeal first. Place the bundle in a stockpot with a couple of quarts of water and heat on the stove to a gentle simmer. Meanwhile, run a bath. Add a few drops of eucalyptus or peppermint oil for those muscles. Squeeze in some aloe gel to help with the sunburn. Get out the candles, add music, and pour yourself a well deserved glass of wine. Pour the contents of the stockpot into the tub. You could also add salt, powdered milk, glycerin...... Tina The Essential Herbal - the magazine by, for, and about herbie people and the things they love - HERBS!!!! Subscribe today! www.essentialherbal.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 , I use dried lavender buds in my bath salts. dianne Lavender > My sister-in-law has grown some lavender and asked me how she can use it in bath salts. I confess I'm stumped, as I only use the essential oil. Does she need to dry it and then just add it? Thanks for any help. > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 Yes, just dry it, crumble it and add, but don't use too much, don't want clogged drains. She could grind it to powder if she wants to go to that much trouble. Helgason wrote:My sister-in-law has grown some lavender and asked me how she can use it in bath salts. I confess I'm stumped, as I only use the essential oil. Does she need to dry it and then just add it? Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 It can also be dried and used in Bath Teas too. HTH, Candy Lavender > My sister-in-law has grown some lavender and asked me how she can use it in bath salts. I confess I'm stumped, as I only use the essential oil. Does she need to dry it and then just add it? Thanks for any help. > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 Another fun way to use lavender in baths is to make a tea (actually a lavender infusion). Bring a pan of water to boil. Turn it off and throw in some lavender flowers (fresh or dried) and steep for 20 minutes or so. Strain out the lavender flowers, then just pour the " tea " directly into your bath. I think you could probably save it in the fridge if you have leftovers. You could also put the infusion in ice cube trays for much later, or use the cubes in lemonade or other drinks. Sorry, got off on a tangent--I just love lavender!!!! Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2004 Report Share Posted August 23, 2004 , if she put them in a tea bag or one of those draw string muslin bags, she could get all the goodness and not have to worry about the drain. Alice ~ MooseCreekBathandBody.com Re: Lavender Yes, just dry it, crumble it and add, but don't use too much, don't want clogged drains. She could grind it to powder if she wants to go to that much trouble. Helgason wrote:My sister-in-law has grown some lavender and asked me how she can use it in bath salts. I confess I'm stumped, as I only use the essential oil. Does she need to dry it and then just add it? Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2004 Report Share Posted August 23, 2004 In a message dated 8/23/2004 8:25:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time, moosecreekcreations@... writes: , if she put them in a tea bag or one of those draw string muslin bags, she could get all the goodness and not have to worry about the drain. Hi All, This is an excellent suggestion! I'm a big fan of luxurious baths and love lavender too. But, I'd much rather have the essence, than the little pieces of stuff in my bath! Angie ********************************** Angie The Herbarie http://www.theherbarie.com/ ********************************** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2005 Report Share Posted May 8, 2005 At 12:28 PM 5/8/2005, you wrote: >Can anyone recommend a lavender fragrance oil that smells a little sweeter >and less medicinal than the eo? >Thank you. > actually, not all lavender essential oils smell medicinal.... I'm wondering if what you have is either lavandin abrial, lavandin grosso, lavender stoechas, or, most particularly, Spike lavender - which is very high in camphor. now, lavandin super is a chemotype of lavandin that smells very soft and floral. most bulgarian lavender smells floral, high altitude french lavender smells clean and fresh....himalayan lavender smells green and leafy... none of them should smell medicinal Celebrating 10 years online. Supplying pure Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information and more! Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2005 Report Share Posted May 9, 2005 I love lavindin grossa even better than lavender. I got turned on to it when my supplier suggested through in a sample with my order. It does not have that sharpness of lavender eo. I mix it with rose geranium sometimes. --- Marge wrote: > At 12:28 PM 5/8/2005, you wrote: > >Can anyone recommend a lavender fragrance oil that > smells a little sweeter > >and less medicinal than the eo? > >Thank you. > > > > actually, not all lavender essential oils smell > medicinal.... I'm > wondering if what you have is either lavandin > abrial, lavandin > grosso, lavender stoechas, or, most particularly, > Spike lavender - which > is very high in camphor. > > now, lavandin super is a chemotype of lavandin that > smells very soft and > floral. > > most bulgarian lavender smells floral, high > altitude french lavender > smells clean and fresh....himalayan lavender smells > green and leafy... > > none of them should smell medicinal > > > > > > Celebrating 10 years online. Supplying pure > Essential > Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information and > more! > Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> > > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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