Description

Our high-quality Lavender Essential Oil is steam distilled from the delicate blossoms of the Lavandula species to yield a beautifully balanced, aromatherapeutic oil. Its aroma carries the classic lavender profile, soft floral with subtle green richness and a gentle woody-balsamic undertone, making it exceptionally versatile for both wellness and cosmetic formulation.

Lavender has been valued since ancient times; even the Romans infused their baths with it, giving rise to the name from the Latin lavare, meaning “to wash.” Today, it remains one of the most widely used essential oils across soaps, candles, perfumes, cosmetics, and therapeutic blends.

 Lavender 40/42  is a carefully balanced blend designed to standardize the natural levels of Linalool and Linalyl acetate (approximately 40% and 42%), delivering a consistent, beautifully floral profile ideal for large-scale production. Unlike many synthetic 40/42 blends on the market, ours is composed of 100% natural constituents, offering reliability without compromising purity.

 Lavender 40/42 is often the preferred choice for soaps, candles, perfumes, and cosmetics where scent consistency is critical.

Technical Details

Plant Part: Flowers
Processing Method: Steam Distillation
Appearance: Thin, clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid
Aromatic Profile: Strong top note; floral with woody, balsamic undertones

Blends With: Bay, Bergamot, Chamomile, Citronella, Clary Sage, Geranium, Jasmine, Lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Pine, Thyme, Rosemary, Rosewood and Ylang-ylang.

Performance & Benefits

Emotional & Aromatherapeutic Support

Lavender is renowned for its calming and mood-balancing properties. It promotes relaxation, supports restful sleep, and helps ease tension and stress.

Skin Soothing & Regeneration

Commonly used in formulations designed to calm irritation, support skin repair, and promote a balanced complexion.

Natural Purifying Properties

Supports blends aimed at purifying the air and maintaining a fresh environment.

Gentle Insect Repellent

Frequently incorporated into natural insect repellent products and soothing post-bite formulations.

Hormonal & Emotional Balance

Traditionally used to support emotional steadiness during life transitions, including menstrual cycles and menopause.

Applications

• Cold process & melt and pour soaps

• Candles

• Perfumes & natural fragrance blends

• Skincare formulations

• Massage oils

• Sleep & relaxation blends

• Aromatherapy diffusion

Pro Tips 

•  For consistent scent performance in soap and candles, Lavender 40/42  is the professional’s choice.
• Pair with Bergamot or Sweet Orange for a brighter floral-citrus blend.
•  Blend with Chamomile or Clary Sage for calming, bedtime formulations.
•  Incorporate at appropriate dilution levels in skincare (typically 0.5–2%) depending on product type.
• Always conduct stability and compatibility testing in emulsions and surfactant systems.

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Safety & Handling

Dilute before topical use. For external use only.
May cause irritation in sensitive individuals, patch testing is recommended.
Avoid contact with eyes.

Storage

Transfer oils supplied in metal containers into dark glass bottles for optimal preservation. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain freshness and aromatic integrity.

Disclaimer

For cosmetic formulation use only, not for internal or medical applications. Because many of our ingredients are naturally derived, slight variations in colour or texture may occur.

At Skin Foodie, we believe that what goes into your formulations should be as pure as what goes into your body. That’s why we source only ingredients that meet exceptional standards of purity, performance, and safety. Remember: not all ingredients are created equal, the same name or CAS number does not guarantee the same quality.