Lavender has been used for centuries as a herbal remedy. It was used to relieve a variety of ailments, such as muscular aches and pains, insomnia, the ache of rheumatism and nervous headaches, colds and flu and digestive upsets. It also has antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-convulsive, and anti-depressant properties.
To benefit from its healing power, lavender can be used internally as tea and externally as essential oil. The tea effectively deals with issues of the nervous system such as stress, anxiety, irritability, nervousness, depression, exhaustion and insomnia. It is also used to combat headaches, migraines, colds and flu, upset stomach and digestive disorders.
To make a relaxing lavender tea, simply pour boiling water over half a teaspoon of dried lavender flowers for one cup of tea. Leave it to steep for 10 minutes, then strain and drink. To use as ice tea, leave the tea to cool after straining and put in the fridge to chill.
At Cyherbia we also make a liqueur with lavender, which is an ideal nightcap. It takes you into Morpheus' arms in no time!
On the skin, lavender essential oil is an effective remedy for acne. Simply dab a drop of lavender oil directly on blemishes. The oil disinfects and dries out the spot without drying out the skin. Face cream and tonic made with lavender are ideal for all skin types but especially for skin with blemishes. The oil can also be used on wounds, burns and scaldings. Lavender oil soothes insect bites and acts also as a mosquito repellent. It is one of the few essential oils which can be used neat on the skin.
Lavender is also a well known moth repellent. Put a few organza lavender bags in your wardrobes to keep your clothes free from moths. A lavender bag will keep its scent for several years. Once in a while you may agitate the contents a little to release more aroma.
All these wonderful healing powers certainly deserve our attention. CyHerbia Herb Gardens in Avgorou will host their third annual Lavender Festival from Saturday June 14th until Sunday June 29th. During the Festival visitors can take a stroll in the lavender lined herb gardens, witness the extraction of lavender essential oil, taste unique homemade biscuits, ice cream, ice tea and liqueur made with lavender, as well as take part in various craft workshops, also with lavender. The gardens will be open daily from 9 am till 6 pm. This is truly the most fragrant festival of the year and not to be missed!
On Saturday the 21st of June at 12.30 the Minister of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment will officially open Cyherbia's new distillation unit.
For more information please visit www.cyherbia.com, www.facebook.com/cyherbia, or Tel 99915443
At Cyherbia we also make a liqueur with lavender, which is an ideal nightcap. It takes you into Morpheus' arms in no time!
On the skin, lavender essential oil is an effective remedy for acne. Simply dab a drop of lavender oil directly on blemishes. The oil disinfects and dries out the spot without drying out the skin. Face cream and tonic made with lavender are ideal for all skin types but especially for skin with blemishes. The oil can also be used on wounds, burns and scaldings. Lavender oil soothes insect bites and acts also as a mosquito repellent. It is one of the few essential oils which can be used neat on the skin.
Lavender is also a well known moth repellent. Put a few organza lavender bags in your wardrobes to keep your clothes free from moths. A lavender bag will keep its scent for several years. Once in a while you may agitate the contents a little to release more aroma.
All these wonderful healing powers certainly deserve our attention. CyHerbia Herb Gardens in Avgorou will host their third annual Lavender Festival from Saturday June 14th until Sunday June 29th. During the Festival visitors can take a stroll in the lavender lined herb gardens, witness the extraction of lavender essential oil, taste unique homemade biscuits, ice cream, ice tea and liqueur made with lavender, as well as take part in various craft workshops, also with lavender. The gardens will be open daily from 9 am till 6 pm. This is truly the most fragrant festival of the year and not to be missed!
On Saturday the 21st of June at 12.30 the Minister of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment will officially open Cyherbia's new distillation unit.
For more information please visit www.cyherbia.com, www.facebook.com/cyherbia, or Tel 99915443
