Recipe
Lavender bath
- Herb:
- English lavender Lavandula angustifolia
- Method:
- Bath additive
- Plant part:
- Flower
About 25 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Steep 2–3 tsp dried flowers in 500 ml boiling water under a lid for 15 minutes, then strain.
- Pour into a comfortably warm bath.
- Soak about 15–20 minutes — very aromatic; try a smaller amount if you are sensitive.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
English lavender — Herb card
Bath additive — Processing method detail