The French Lavender Journey from Bean to Brew: Update No. 1 on the World

Introduction: French Lavender

French lavender is also named “lavandula dentata” French lavender is an herb that provides fragrance. It is a sign of relaxation, reposefulness, and harmoniousness. It has been used in ancient times and has had traditional importance in various regions worldwide.

Plant Information

Biological Origin: Lavandula Stoechas

Scientific Name: Lavandula

Common Name: French Lavender

Family: Lamiaceae

Part used: Flowers, Tips 

Origin: South Asia, France, Spain, Italy

Constituents     

• linalyl oxide 
• Bornyl acetate
• Tricyclene
• Lavandulol
• Geraniol

Active Chemical Constituents:

• Linalool(20-35)%
• Linalyl acetate(30-50)%

Botanical Features

Here we are discussing some botanical features that are described below

Leaves

Leaves have a gray-green color and a zig-zag-like appearance that helps distinguish between different varieties of lavender leaves.

Flowers

The plant of French lavender produced narrow shapes with thin edge flowers that are purple.

Fragrance 

The oil that is extracted this is also called essential oil.it is used as a fragrance in various perfume industries.

Cultivation Requirements 

We need some basic requirements that we mention here these are.

Requirements For Growing

This is grown in fully fertilized soil, where r sunlight is available.

Tillage And Planting Use

This is attractive and esthetic in appearance. so, they are used as landscaping near schools, and college gardens to enhance the beauty of nature.

Pruning 

Pruning is done after flower season and is a basic step for maintaining this plants’ shapes.

French Lavender Drugs

This is used for medicinal purposes. It is considered safe for all humans and does not cause any allergies. For some people, it causes allergies so they can use it according to a physician or medical practitioner.

Medicinal Uses of French Lavender 

Topical Preparations 

This is used in topical preparation for its anti-inflammatory properties. They are also used as skin soothing. This oil is used as excipients in various formulations such as creams, ointments, and lotions.

To Treat Insomnia 

The essential oil obtained from this is used to treat insomnia because it is a mind relaxant. The nerves of the brain become relaxed by the use of an essential which is lavender oil. different ways for application of oil in the body such as 

• By spraying lavender oil in bedrooms. 
• Apply the spray to the pillow that provides a good feeling of sleep.

Aromatherapy For Relaxing Purposes 

This oil is used for relaxing purposes because by use of oil or by when we inhale essential oil it relaxes our nervous system and nerves become relaxed. 

To Treat Depression 

This oil is used to treat depression the calming properties of French lavender, help to relax and help patients forget any trauma or any kind of bad incident.

Headache Body Pain Relief 

This oil is used to treat headaches, especially migraines and it is also considered it decrease the symptoms of restlessness and anxiety.

Act as Antioxidants 

Essential oils help to kill bacteria. Some pathogenic organisms including free radicals. they kill the bacteria in the body and preserve the normal flora of the body or any specific part of the skin. 

Act as Detoxification 

It is applied for minor burns, skin cuts, and small insect bite infections. where they kill all microbes and promote healing to cure the skin.

Products 

• Creams 
• Tea 
• Sachet 
• Body lotion, body products 
• Perfumed body lotion

French Lavender Creams 

This cremes are used as moisturizers and nourish your skin with its constituents and your skin becomes soft in touch.

Antiseptic Creams 

French lavender antiseptic creams are used for antiseptic purposes because they provide both functions such as soothing as well as protective functions.

Sunburn Relief 

Due to its cooling effect, it is used as a protectant (applied topically to the skin)and protects from sunlight.

French Lavender Tea 

This tea is used as traditional tea. The flowers of French lavender are boiled in hot water and prepared a lavender tea. Tea of French lavender is present in the form of powder packs in jars or forms of tea bags.

French Lavender Sachet  

Powder of this is packed in a sachet and placed in bedrooms, draws, and closed boxes for aroma purposes. they impart esthetic fragrance in the area where the powder is placed.

French Lavender Body Wash, And Body Protectants 

The essential oil of this is used as a body wash and body protectant. A few drops of essential oil are sprinkled in water and bathed with this water and feel fresh and build self-confidence.

French Lavender-Perfumed Body Lotion 

It is a combination of aloe vera and shea butter and it is used as a moisturizer. It is a nongreasy formula that provides long-lasting nourishing moisture whilst protecting the skin from dryness, leaving behind the natural soothing fragrance of lavender.

Direction For Use 

Apply lotion gently all over the body, slowly messaging it in. best used after bathing when your skin is most receptive to hydration.

Caution

For external use only. Store in a cool and dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.

Ingredients

• Aqua
• Shea
• Butter glycerin
• Cetyle ester 
• Olive oil 
• Stearic acid 
• Silk peptide 
• Parafinum liquidum 
• Glycol distearate 
• Limonene
• Citronella 
• Coumarin
• Geraniol 
• Potassium hydroxide 
• Leaf extract 
• Glycyrrhiza glabra
• Allantoin 
• Methylparaben

Disadvantage

• Skin sensitivity problem 
• Hypersensitivity reaction
• Drug interaction 
• Respiratory blockage 
• Certain medical conditions 
• Ingestion toxicity 

Skin Sensitivity Problem 

Sometimes, the use of lavender products causes skin problems some people’s skin is sensitive to certain French lavender products so a skin patch test is performed to check whether either person is suitable for the use of lavender products.

Hypersensitivity Reactions 

Some people are sensitive to mint, sage that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. So, they people cannot use lavender products.

Respiratory Blockage 

By use of products some people are sensitive so they suffer respiratory problems that may be harmful to the health of lavender-sensitive users.

Drug Interaction 

Drug shows interaction with some kind of medication that may harm the patient. 

Certain Medical Conditions 

Some medical conditions such as hormonal disturbances which French lavender products are not suitable for use. 

Ingestion Toxicity 

The concentrated form of the drug when ingested causes severe toxicity because all extracted products of French lavender are only for external use.

FAQ

French lavender is safe to use for children?	Yes, it is safe to use for children.
Can we use topical preparation of French lavender orally?	No, both are different formulations and different excipients they are two different routes of administration they cause toxicity because French lavender is only topically used.
Is French lavender different from lavender?	Yes, lavender is the broader term it covers all types of lavender such as Spanish lavender, and Turkish lavender, and has distinct plant features as compared to French lavender.
Can French lavender cultivation increase the economy of the country?	Yes, because of the following reasons It increases  job opportunities  Research innovation Commercial production Export opportunities
Can French lavender be used in research projects?	Yes, it is used in various projects such as Agricultural domainEssential oil chemistry domain Medicinal uses researchPsychology domain
Is French lavender expensive?	It is expensive according to the following requirements Dried flowers Fresh extract Quality of essential oil Method of farming The economic factor of development
Can French lavender be cultivated outside the Mediterranean climate?	Yes, it is cultivated but important considerations are sunlight, dry summer, temperature(60-70) degrees, and fertile soil.

Conclusion

French lavender also known as Lavandula dentata, is grown in Mediterranean climates. These flowers enhance the beauty of various places. The essential oil that is extracted after the cultivation, pruning, and maintenance of French lavender is used to treat anxiety and depression. The extracted oil is used in cosmetics products. To relieve, stress they provide a calm atmosphere for sleeping. The suitability of French lavender varies from person to person because some people are sensitive to lavender and some are not. It is used in research projects to increase the economy of the country. French lavender imparts a unique fragrance. So, they have both cosmetic as well as therapeutic uses.