Abrasion Home Remedies - Lavender oil

Abrasion Home Remedies #6- Lavender oil

It is possible that you may or may not be familiar with its benefits, but, most of you must be aware of at least the name of this natural ingredient. Lavender oil comes from the lavender plant, an evergreen shrub that is known to carry the beautiful scented flowers. This is not a new face in the market; instead it has been used for various purposes since last 2,500 years. In ancient times, this oil was used by the Egyptians to perform the process of “mummification” and as a perfume. It was used by Romans in bathing, cooking and for scenting the air. This actually was considered to be a holy natural ingredient (The use of lavender oil in soaps, perfumes, cosmetics etc. is still continued).

Later on the lavender oil started to be used in various other purposes like reducing anxiety and emotional stress, improving sleep, restoring skin complexion and reducing acne and its scars, improving eczema and psoriasis, improving digestion, keeping your hair in a maintained structure etc. The antimicrobial, antioxidant, and healing properties allow it to perform all these functions. Lavender oil can also be used as an anti-aging agent. It slows down the aging process due to its powerful antioxidant properties. Apart from this, some of the health problems like diabetes, headaches etc. can also be easily treated using lavender oil. Although, it is not that famous like aloe vera and honey, it is still a very effective and beneficial remedy for many health conditions.

If you say about the abrasions, the antibacterial and antiseptic properties of lavender oil place it in the list of best home remedies for abrasions. What you require doing is to apply some lavender oil directly on the abraded skin and leave it as it is allowing it to set over there. Repeat the process twice daily until you get rid of your trouble. Lavender oil even helps in regeneration of cells and enhances blood clotting.