4. Lavender for Pain and Inflammation

4. Lavender for Pain and Inflammation

Lavender has mild analgesic (pain-relief) properties through:

  • Reducing inflammatory cytokines
  • Increasing local blood flow
  • Acting on sensory nerves to reduce pain signals

This is why lavender is often used for:

  • Headaches
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Muscle tension
  • Peripheral swelling