There are various applications for the delightful drop produced from our locally grown Jersey eucalyptus. While many associate its primary use with alleviating coughs, colds, and congestion, it is also highly beneficial for hair and scalp care, playing a role in preventing or slowing down hair loss. Hair loss can result from multiple factors, including… Read more »
Hayfever is one of the most common allergic reactions, with an estimated 13 million people in the UK suffering from symptoms including; sneezing, a runny nose and itchy eyes. Hayfever is caused by someone having an allergic reaction to pollen which is a fine powder released by plants as part of their reproductive cycle. It… Read more »
Amongst the many amazing uses for our lovely home-distilled lavender oil is its efficacy in wound and scar healing. It is said that the ability of lavender to promote faster healing was first discovered when a scientist burnt his hand in a lab and immediately plunged into a beaker of lavender to cool it. He… Read more »
While spring is gradually making its presence felt on the picturesque island of Jersey, with the first signs of green shoots emerging and the days stretching longer, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the dawn of a new year with a delightful lavender-infused dessert – Lavender Panna Cotta. Panna Cotta, translating to ‘cooked cream’ in… Read more »
The extraction and distillation processes significantly impact the quality of essential oils. We take pride in offering pure and natural oils, with our distillation method playing a pivotal role in achieving this standard. Steam Distillation The most widely employed method for extracting aromatic compounds or essential oils from plants is steam distillation. This gentle process… Read more »
Post-Christmas cold turned sinusitis? Understand the inflamed sinus lining and explore natural remedies using essential oils like lavender and eucalyptus. What is Sinusitis? Inflammation of sinus linings causes congestion, pain, and discomfort. Typically triggered by a viral infection, it resolves in 2-3 weeks. Ease symptoms naturally with essential oils. Symptoms of Sinusitis — a blocked… Read more »
Now that the holiday season is upon us, it’s definitely time to be thinking about how you are going to be treating your loved ones with a lovely gift wrapped up under the tree on Christmas Day. Sometimes there seems to be an endless variety of gift ideas, but choosing the right one for the… Read more »
There are thought to be 35 different species of lavender (all from the genus lavandula). Here on the Jersey Lavender Farm we grow 2 of them, lavandula angustifolia (often known as English Lavender) and lavandula x intermedia (Lavandin or hybrid lavender). There are numerous varieties of both English Lavender (such as Hidcote, Munstead, Peter Pan and Royal… Read more »
You can’t have failed to notice that Christmas is just around the corner. The shops are already heaving with everything Christmas (and many have been since September!), the Christmas adverts are already on the telly (have you seen the John Lewis one with the man in the moon?) and for many people, there is only… Read more »
Hair loss, whether due to aging or medical conditions, is emotionally distressing for many. Alopecia, encompassing various forms of hair loss, has affected millions globally. While some types are challenging to treat, nature’s remedy—lavender essential oil—offers hope. Alopecia is the common term for all forms of hair loss, which can include: — Male- and Female-Pattern… Read more »
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