One of the first oils I purchased was Lavender. Lavender is a very versatile oil. The smell was different than what I thought- and to be honest at first, I was not thrilled with it! But now I use it quite a lot.
I have made a list of 10 uses for Lavender (see below). I also diffuse lavender a few nights a week to help me sleep.
I made my niece who is expecting her first child some DIY diaper rash cream with just coconut oil and lavender oil.
This week my daughter had a band concert and was a little nervous about it. I put some lavender on her neck, and gave her a small vial of lavender to keep in her pocket. She opened it and inhaled it before she went on stage to calm her nerves.
Lavender can be applied "Neat" meaning without dilution. You can diffuse it, put it on topically or take it internally in some tea, honey or a veggie cap-however for children you should not have them take internally, especially not for children under 6. Caution should be used for children over 6 and should definitely be diluted.
I highly recommend Lavender as one of your first oils if you are just starting out. Its a very universal oil and is thought to go where the body needs it.
** My information is taken from Modern Essentials Volume 6**
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