Lavender

Both the flowers and the leaves are highly aromatic, but only the flowers are used to make essential oil. Lavender is calming, soothing, antidepressant and emotionally balancing. Its antiseptic,  antibacterial and painkilling properties make it valuable in treating cuts, wounds, burns, bruises, spots, allergies, insect bites and throat infections. Because it is a decongestant it is also effective against colds and flu. Lavender lowers blood pressure, prevents and eases digestive spasms, nausea and indigestion.   It helps to prevent insomnia, depression, headaches and stress.