★★★★★
Finally, my daughter sleeps through the night!
We had tried everything, white noise, weighted blankets, even cutting out screen time but my 6-year-old still struggled to fall asleep. A friend recommended this lavender oil, and wow, what a difference. Within a week she was calmer at bedtime and started sleeping through the night. Our whole family feels the change.
— Melissa K., Mom of Two
★★★★★
Restful nights = happy mornings
My son used to toss and turn, waking up groggy and cranky. Since using this oil at bedtime, he drifts off faster and wakes up refreshed. I even notice he’s in a better mood before school. This is now a nightly ritual in our home.
— Amanda L.
★★★★★
The whole house sleeps better now
Not only has this helped my restless 8-year-old, but I’ve been sleeping more deeply too. I’m dreaming again for the first time in years. It feels like such a gift for our family.
— Catherine S.
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French Lavender Oil - Medical Grade
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How Can Lavender Oil Help Me Sleep Better?
Because certain natural compounds in pure, therapeutic-grade Lavandula angustifolia (true lavender) gently calm the nervous system and prepare the body for deep, restful sleep.
- Linalool – known for its calming, relaxing effect on the mind and body.
- Linalyl Acetate – helps reduce restlessness and encourages longer, deeper sleep cycles.
- Naturally Low Terpinenes & Camphor – makes this lavender especially gentle and safe for kids, without the “stimulating” compounds found in other varieties.
This special balance is why children (and parents!) fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up refreshed, without grogginess or side effects.
How It Works in your Brain
1. GABA Modulation
- Both linalool and linalyl acetate interact with GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) receptors in the brain.
- GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter, responsible for calming brain activity.
- By enhancing GABA signaling, lavender compounds reduce neuronal excitability, which helps quiet the mind and promote relaxation. (This is the same pathway targeted by some sleep medications like benzodiazepines, without the harsh side effects.)
2. Reduction of Cortisol & Stress Response
Inhalation of lavender reduces sympathetic nervous system activity, which is associated with fight-or-flight response.
◦ Cortisol levels drop, making it easier for the body to enter parasympathetic mode (rest and digest)—a prerequisite for quality sleep.
How to Apply for sleep
- Aromatherapy (Inhalation) – The Fastest & Most Proven
- Put 2–3 drops of Alfarah's Lavandula angustifolia essential oil in a diffuser in your bedroom 30 minutes before bed.
- You can also place 1–2 drops on your pillow or a cotton ball near your bedside to gently infuse the air with calming aroma.
Why it works for sleep:
Inhalation activates olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity, signaling the limbic system (your emotional and stress center) to calm the body and mind.
Research shows this method reduces heart rate and blood pressure and increases deep sleep stages (slow-wave sleep).
2. Topical Application (Skin Absorption)
- Put 2–3 drops of Alfarah's Lavandula angustifolia essential oil into a small amount of carrier oil (such as jojoba or coconut) and apply to wrists, temples, or the back of your neck before bedtime. You may also test a small amount of pure oil (undiluted) on your skin. If your skin responds well, applying directly to pulse points, such as wrists or temples. Allows the oil to enter the bloodstream for a more direct effect.
- Another effective method is to place a drop on your fingertip and gently apply it under your nose or upper lip, bringing the aroma closer to the olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity for faster absorption.
Why it works for sleep:
Skin application provides both sensory relaxation and potential systemic absorption, helping prepare your body for deeper, more restorative sleep.
3. Warm Bath Before Bed
- Add 5–10 drops of Alfarah's Lavandula angustifolia essential oil to a warm bath, first diluting it in ½ cup of Epsom salt or a splash of oat milk (to help the oil disperse in water).
Why it works for sleep:
This combines aromatherapy with heat therapy, naturally lowering cortisol levels, easing muscle tension, and creating the perfect environment for relaxation before sleep.
Bonus:
Epsom salts provide magnesium, known to support muscle relaxation and sleep quality.
4. Pillow & Bedding Mist
- Purchase Alfarah’s ready-to-use Lavender Pillow & Bedding Spray to easily transform your sleep environment. Simply mist your pillow, sheets, and bedding before bed to envelop yourself in a calming lavender aroma as you drift off to deep, restorative sleep.
Why it works for sleep:
Maintains a consistent, gentle lavender scent throughout the night, calming your senses and supporting uninterrupted rest.
Why Lavender from Alfarah vs. somewhere else
Our Lavender: Pure, Potent, and Truly One of a Kind
This is not ordinary lavender oil. Our oil is 100% pure, uncut, unblended, medical-grade Lavandula angustifolia, sourced from the most pristine region of the French Alps, where the world’s finest lavender grows.
What makes it so exceptional?
- Wild-Seed Grown, Never Cloned – We start with wild lavender seeds, not stem cuttings, to preserve the plant’s original integrity and complexity.
- Grown at the Highest Altitudes – Alpine lavender thrives in harsh conditions, producing the most robust and aromatic plants.
- Nature’s Perfect Cycle :
Harsh Winters: Force the sap to Rainy Springs: Ignite explosive growth and vitality.
Dry Summers: Refocus the plant’s life force into its essential oil. - Hand-Harvested – Each bloom is gathered with care, never by machines.
- Old-World Steam Distillation – Only pure steam is used, never chemicals, preserving the delicate compounds that give lavender its calming power.
- Aged Like Fine Wine – Our oil rests in cool, dark Alpine caves for one full year, deepening its richness and complexity.
- Frequency-Infused – Finally, every bottle is infused with a 528 Hz frequency, also known as the “love frequency”, to elevate its natural potency.
What you hold is more than lavender oil. It’s the culmination of nature’s extremes, old-world craftsmanship, and intentional energy. You are truly in the presence of something rare, pure, and extraordinary.
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Harvested high in the pristine French Alps, our lavender blossoms are hand-selected at peak bloom for maximum potency. Using traditional steam distillation, we capture the plant’s full aromatic and therapeutic profile. Without additives, fillers, or synthetic fragrances.
From flower to bottle, it’s 100% pure lavender oil, delivering nature’s calming essence exactly as it was intended.
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I had been having issues getting a good nights rest and not able to get fully into REM asleep.
I had been having issues getting a good nights rest and not able to get fully into REM asleep. I learned that lavender helps induce this and ever since I started spraying this product on my pillow, I have been experiencing vivid dreams and feeling extremely well rested! Definitely a high quality product I would recommend to anyone. -Delara B.
I felt it was of the highest quality
I especially apply lavender oil to my collarbone and underarms to improve lymph flow and massage it.
I especially apply lavender oil to my collarbone and underarms to improve lymph flow and massage it.
I have tried lavender oil in the past, but this lavender is different from other companies in terms of comfort and scent after application! I was surprised. I like it very much! I always use it after a shower. -TAKESHI U.
Lavender Oil is so heavenly
I love the smell of the French Lavender Oil.
I love the smell of the French Lavender Oil. It helps me relax and adds some selfcare to my daily life. It helps me feel better and destress. -Sirisha J.
Healing Lavender
I purchased this lavendar to gift it to a lovely woman who is healing from surgery.
I purchased this lavendar to gift it to a lovely woman who is healing from surgery. I was gifted this lavender when I was in great physical pain. The scent luscious & its soothing properties brought much peace & healing to me. I accidentally posted one star as I struggled entering my review. This lavender is marvelous. Thank you team Alfarah - much love. Mary M.
Smells AMAZING! The BEST!
I received this French lavender oil as a gift and was VERY impressed by the strength and quality of this lavender oil.
I received this French lavender oil as a gift and was VERY impressed by the strength and quality of this lavender oil. I would never buy any other lavender oil except Alfarah self-care's. As a double licensed beauty professional, I've come across a lot of beauty products, but Alfarah stands out for its quality. Thank you for the gift, Sarah! Wonderful products! Christie A.