Dried Lavender Buds

INCI Name

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower

Botanical Name

Lavandula angustifolia

Dried lavender buds, derived from Lavandula angustifolia, bring a calming aromatic touch and gentle skin-soothing benefits to cosmetic formulations. Rich in linalool and linalyl acetate, these buds are known for their balancing and relaxing properties. Commonly used in scrubs, bath soaks, and infused oils, lavender flowers add both fragrance and botanical support for skin comfort.

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Primary Function
Botanical Extract
Add'l Function
Fragrance
Active
Scent Profile
Floral
Herbaceous
Calming
Mildly Sweet
Is It Natural?
100% Natural
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Skin Type Suitability

All
Sensitive
Dry
Oily
Combination
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Typical Product Use

Fragrance, soothing agent, astringent, skin-conditioning, aromatic additive

Product Type(s):

Soak
Scrub
Mask
Oil
Balm

Typical Usage Range:

0.5–5% (in masks, scrubs, or infused oils; adjust based on application)

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Supportive Qualities

Calms and soothes skin, supports relaxation and stress relief, traditionally used for minor skin irritations and to promote restful sleep

Primary Components:

Linalool, linalyl acetate, camphor, 1,8-cineole, β-ocimene

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Important to Know

May cause irritation in individuals sensitive to linalool; avoid use on broken skin; patch test recommended

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

Air-dried whole buds

Choose organically grown, pesticide-free buds; ensure color is vibrant purple (not gray); store in airtight containers away from light and moisture

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.