Lavender Provence - Organic Essential Oil

Organic Lavender Provence Essential Oil

Soft, velvety, and deeply calming, Dreaming Earth Botanicals’ Organic Lavender Provence Essential Oil is our most beloved and versatile lavender—treasured for its beautifully smooth floral aroma and exceptional aromatherapeutic qualities. Steam distilled from the flowering tops of Lavandula angustifolia grown in the renowned Provence region of France, this exquisite lavender offers a perfectly balanced profile that feels both soothing and gently uplifting.

Naturally high in linalyl acetate, Provence Lavender is especially prized for its calming and relaxing character, making it an ideal choice for rest, emotional balance, skincare, massage, and daily wellness rituals.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia
(L. officinalis, L. vera)

Origin: France (Provence)

Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)

Aroma: Herbaceous • Floral • Soft • Velvety

Perfume Note: Middle to Top

Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Source: Flowering tops

Main Chemical Components

Linalool • Linalyl Acetate • Lavandulyl Acetate • Caryophyllene

Blends Well With

Bergamot • Roman Chamomile • German Chamomile • Lemon • Geranium • Clove • Clary Sage • Palmarosa • Rosemary • Eucalyptus • Patchouli • Rose • Jasmine • Ravensara • Lemongrass • Mandarin essential oils

Description & Uses

Among the many lavender varieties we carry, Organic Lavender Provence stands apart for its exceptionally smooth, soft, and slightly sweet aroma. Its elegant floral character makes it a favorite for both aromatherapy and natural perfumery.

Lavender remains one of the most universally loved essential oils in the world because it is remarkably gentle while offering broad support for both emotional well-being and physical comfort.

Traditionally and aromatherapeutically, Lavender Provence is loved for:

• Promoting relaxation and restful sleep
• Helping ease stress, tension, and emotional overwhelm
• Supporting comfort for occasional headaches, PMS, cramps, and muscle fatigue
• Freshening indoor spaces and natural cleaning blends
• Supporting soothing skincare rituals for irritated or reactive skin
• Seasonal diffuser blends for sinus and chest comfort support

Lavender is also one of the few essential oils sometimes used neat (undiluted) in very specific situations such as minor burns or insect bites, although proper dilution remains best practice for most applications.

Why You’ll Love It

Deep Relaxation & Calm

Its naturally high linalyl acetate content makes Provence Lavender especially soothing and sleep-supportive.

Gentle & Versatile

Perfect for aromatherapy, massage, skincare, body care, diffusion, and home rituals.

A True Everyday Essential

Often considered the one oil every household should keep on hand.

Beautifully Smooth Aroma

Soft floral sweetness with velvety herbaceous depth.

A Brief History

Lavender has been treasured for centuries, with its name derived from the Latin lavare, meaning “to wash,” because the Romans famously added lavender to bath water.

Lavender later became closely associated with René-Maurice Gattefossé, whose famous use of lavender oil after a severe burn helped inspire modern aromatherapy research and contributed to popularizing the term aromatherapy itself.

Today, Provence remains one of the world’s most celebrated growing regions for fine lavender essential oil.

Ways to Use Organic Lavender Provence Essential Oil

Diffusion

Add 3–6 drops to a diffuser to create a calm, peaceful atmosphere.

Pillow & Linen Ritual

Add 1 drop to bedding or pillows before sleep (avoid delicate fabrics).

Relaxing Massage Blend

Dilute into carrier oil or Massage Base:

• 2 drops per teaspoon
• 12 drops per ounce

Massage into neck, shoulders, chest, feet, or tired muscles.

Skin Support (Dilute Properly)

Blend into carrier oils or creams for soothing skincare rituals.

Recipes Using Lavender Essential Oil

Soothing Lavender Bath Sachet

• 2 tbsp dried Lavender flowers
• 1 tbsp dried Chamomile flowers
• 2 drops Lavender essential oil
• 2 drops Clary Sage essential oil

Place in cheesecloth, tie securely, and add to bath as water fills.

Energy Blend

• 15 drops Lavender
• 10 drops Lemon
• 5 drops Clary Sage

Dilute into 3 tbsp carrier oil for massage, or diffuse without dilution.

Grounding Blend

• 10 drops Lavender
• 10 drops Mandarin

Add to water in a candle diffuser.

Lavender Hair Conditioner

• 20 drops Lavender essential oil
• 1/4 cup Olive oil

Apply to hair, cover for 1 hour, then rinse and shampoo thoroughly.

Perfect For

• Relaxation and sleep rituals
• Massage and body care
• Emotional support and grounding
• Natural skincare
• Aromatherapy beginners and experts alike
• Everyday household wellness

Cautions

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. While Lavender is generally considered gentle, perform a patch test prior to use.

If pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.