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Skin and body care · From Bladwijzer

Lavender oil for skin and bath

Updated on 9 October 2026

• Makes: ± 250 ml
• Time: 15 min + 3–4 weeks infusing
• From: English lavender

Ingredients

• 25 g thoroughly dried lavender flowers
• 250 ml sweet almond, sunflower or olive oil

Method

1. Only use thoroughly dried flowers: moisture in fresh flowers makes the oil go mouldy.
2. Put the flowers in a clean, dry jar and pour in the oil until they are covered by 2 cm.
3. Close the jar and leave it in a warm spot out of the sun for 3 to 4 weeks; shake daily.
4. Strain the oil through a cloth and squeeze the flowers well.
5. Pour the oil into a dark bottle and write the date on the label.
6. Use as a massage or body oil, or as the base for a balm. A splash in the bath makes the tub slippery: take care getting out.

Storing: Cool and dark; use within 6 to 12 months and throw it away if it smells rancid.