Lavender Aromatherapy
Lavender Aromatherapy
Why does the smell of Lavender Oil make me feel nauseous, and what could this mean?
I am becoming more interested in aromatherapy and reflexology (even started training in reflexology last year until a change in family circumstances dictated I could not finish the course), and am aware of the many and diverse properties of Lavander oil. I want to like it, but the smell of lavender makes me feel really nauseous, and if it is too strong I am sick. I am so sensitive to the smell that I can detect the lavender 'notes' in many modern perfumes and colognes and really cannot use them.
What could be the reason for my response? (sensible answers only please)
EDIT
k o - lol, the elderly aunt was a suggestion someone else proffered some time ago, and I'm not discounting it. Strangely enough, I'm not diabetic but I do have bouts of hypoglycaemia if I've not eaten enough protein during the day.
Jen D, thanks for your contribution. I agree about the smells of modern cosmetic departments - awful. By the way, I love patchoulli, it's my favourite.
if i remember correctly,lavender oil contains something called ketones which can make people with diabetes and possibly other probs(dont know which,sorry)feel ill.-of course it might just be pschological-maybe when you were a baby a terrifying elderly aunt used to kiss you whilst wearing overpowering lavender perfume.ADDENDUM---i found an interesting page which details how lavender oil can rapidly lower blood sugar ,given below
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AromaSpa Aromatherapy Diffuser Body Basics by Homedics | US $20.00 | 2h 20m |
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TOP 12 Essential Oils LOT $56 Aromatherapy Starter SET Lavender Tea Tree Basil | US $7.50 | 2h 23m |
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SUPER SEVEN 7 Pure Essential Oils Basic Aromatherapy Set SHIPS FREE Best Offer | US $5.02 | 2h 23m |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN 12OZ SOY CANDLE COPPER LID CRISP COTTON | US $3.99 | 2h 50m |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN 12OZ SOY CANDLE COPPER LID MEMORIES | US $3.99 | 2h 53m |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN 12OZ SOY CANDLE COPPER LID SAGE CITRUS | US $3.99 | 2h 54m |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN 12 OZ SOY W COPPER LID LILACS IN BLOOM | US $6.99 | 2h 58m |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN SOY 22 OZ MAMA JAR CRISP COTTON SCENT | US $9.99 | 3h 35m |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN SOY 22 OZ MAMA JAR SAGE CITRUS SCENT | US $7.99 | 3h 56m |
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Lavender Market Bath and Body Works 145 oz Candle | US $8.00 | 4h |
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KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT CHEERFULLY GREEN SOY 22 OZ MAMA JAR SCENT RAIN | US $9.99 | 4h 5m |
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Lavender Chamomile Bath and Body Works 145 oz Candle | US $6.45 | 4h 27m |
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50 piece homemade candle Tarts 100 SOY Choose Your Own Scent | US $14.95 | 4h 55m |
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FAB 5 Basic Aromatherapy Set SRV$20 Pure Essential Oils Tea Tree Lavender Basil | US $4.66 | 8h 20m |
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FRAGRANCE OILS LOT Bakers Dozen Choose 13 samples from over 175 scents xSM 1mL | US $4.17 | 8h 49m |
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TOP 12 Essential Oils LOT $56 Aromatherapy Starter SET Most Popular 100 Pure | US $5.50 | 8h 49m |
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Hydroxatone Gentle Milky Cleanser 3 oz | US $11.01 | 14h 26m |
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TOP 12 Essential Oils LOT $56 Aromatherapy Starter SET Most Popular 100 Pure | US $10.00 | 21h 42m |
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Bath Body Works Aromatherapy Sleep Lavender Chamomile Body Wash Foam Bath 10oz | US $7.50 | 22h 46m |
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LAVENDER OIL 1oz 100 PURE ESSENTIAL OIL FREE SHIPPING Frolicking Deer Lavender | US $8.85 | 23h 50m |
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1 Brand New Box of 12 Yankee Candle Lemon Lavender Tea Lights | US $4.20 | 1d 14m |
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Aromatherapy Lavender Bear Eye Pillow New In Box | US $3.79 | 1d 51m |
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100ml LAVENDER Essential Oil 100 Pure Guaranteed | US $7.78 | 1d 1h 6m |
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1 oz Palmarosa Palma Rosa Essential Oil New Sealed 100 Pure | US $5.95 | 1d 1h 17m |
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Peaceful Progression Alarm Smell Sound Wake Up Clock 4 types aromatherapy beads | US $45.02 | 1d 4h 14m |
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Hydroxatone Gentle Milky Cleanser NEW 3 oz | US $.99 | 1d 5h 59m |
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Aromatherapy Bath Salts Lavender 16ozs | US $.99 | 1d 7h 51m |
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YANKEE CANDLE LAVENDER VANILLA VOTIVE | US $.99 | 1d 19h 35m |
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YANKEE CANDLE LEMON LAVENDER VOTIVE | US $.99 | 1d 19h 36m |
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YOUNG LIVING Essential Oils Thieves 5 ml NEW | US $16.00 | 1d 22h 13m |
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YOUNG LIVING Essential Oils Lemon 5 ml NEW | US $4.25 | 1d 22h 15m |
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Bath Body Works Aromatherapy Lavender Vanilla Hand Soaps X2 | US $5.52 | 1d 23h 34m |
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WHIRLPOOL STEAM SHOWER SAUNA SHOWERS BATH SPA HOT TUBS BRAND NEW 2012 MODEL | US $5.50 | 2d 4h 50m |
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Aloe Vera Gel 100 Pure No chemicals slovents | US $3.74 | 2d 5h 24m |
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Complete Set of Aveda Chakras 1 7 Balancing Blend NOT SOLD IN STORES | US $50.00 | 2d 10h 56m |
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Bath Body Works Aromatherapy LAVENDER Sleep Body Wash Foam Bath | US $3.70 | 2d 13h 52m |
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1 oz Melissa Lemon Balm Essential Oil New Sealed 100 Pure | US $13.25 | 2d 18h 30m |
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Ultimate Set 10 ml 100 Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil US FREE Shipping | US $89.99 | 2d 20h 20m |
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3 Lampe Berger Aromatherapy Essential Oil 500ml Bottles HUGE CHOICE FRAGRANCES | US $56.95 | 2d 21h 59m |
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BATH AND BODY WORKS AROMATHERAPY LAVENDER VANILLA SUGAR SCRUB | US $7.99 | 1d 14h 47m |
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HUGE LOT BATH BODY VICTORIAS SECRET BEAUTI CONTROL BURTS BEES BODY SHOP AVON | US $14.99 | 3d 1h 46m |
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Soy Tarts Super Scented Lemongrass Sage 1 pack | US $.99 | 3d 2h 20m |
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BATH AND BODY WORKS AROMATHERAPY LAVENDER VANILLA SCENTED CANDLE DISCONT | US $.99 | 3d 3h |
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Bath Body Works Aromatherapy Lavender Vanilla Sleep Body Wash 10oz | US $1.77 | 3d 3h 57m |
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Bath Body Works Aromatherapy Sleep Lavender VANILLA Hand Soap NEW | US $4.20 | 3d 4h 37m |
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LARGE LAVENDER 15 ml YOUNG LIVING THERAPEUTIC ESSENTIAL OIL RELAX SLEEP AID | US $20.49 | 3d 14h 49m |
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9 Flax Seed JuJuEye Pillows You select Scent Fabric Yoga Meditation Relax | US $27.00 | 3d 22h 53m |
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DoTERRA Cypress Essential oils 15ml Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade | US $18.95 | 3d 23h 40m |
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AROMA SPA AROMATHERAPY DIFFUSER BODY BASICS BY HOMEDICS IN ORIG BOX EC | US $6.99 | 4d 2h 49m |
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Bath Body Works Aromatherapy LAVENDER Sleep Body Lotion | US $.95 | 4d 4h 37m |
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California Baby Gift Set Shampoo Body Wash Calendula Cream Sunscreen SPF 30 | US $9.99 | 4d 5h 55m |
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6 Piece Ecco Bella Fizz Therapy Bath Marbles VANILLA Sealed Pckge | US $.50 | 4d 18h 10m |
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6 Piece Ecco Bella Fizz Therapy Bath Marbles Lavender Sealed Pckge | US $.50 | 4d 18h 10m |
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TOP 12 Essential Oils LOT $56 Aromatherapy Starter SET Popular 100 Pure EOs | US $2.25 | 4d 21h |
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California Baby Calming Cream | US $2.25 | 3d 18h 47m |
