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5 lesser-known skin benefits of lavender oil

Let us have a look at some of the amazing and therapeutic benefits of lavender oil has for our skin.

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Written By: Kristina Das | Updated: September 7, 2018, 9:42 PM

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Reduces Age Spots And Wrinkles

Lavender oil helps in reducing the age spots such as wrinkles and fine lines. The fragrant oil boosts circulation in your skin thus improving the blood flow supplying an adequate amount of oxygen and nutrition to skin cells.

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Treats Acne

Lavender oil has both antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help fight the bacteria causing the acne. The oil can also help reduce the swelling and redness caused by the acne breakout.  Also Read - 7 everyday mistakes glaucoma patients should avoid

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Lightens Skin Tone

Lavender oil have anti-inflammatory properties which helps to lighten skin with hyperpigmentation, especially if the skin is oily.

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Soothes Burns

The anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties of lavender oil are also very beneficial in healing burns. Due to its antiseptic action it acts as a pain reliever. Applying the oil on the burn can stimulate cell formation and also reduce the scarring.  Also Read - Body Lotion vs Body Butter: Which moisturiser is best for summer skin?

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Heals Chapped Lips

Lavender oil has both healing and moisturising effects that can work very well on the thin, delicate skin of the lips. It will also help in enhancing the colour of our lips.