How Do You Use Lavender As A Mouthwash?
Lavender gets its name from the latin “lavare,” meaning “to wash.” Lavender is indeed an excellent topical cleaner for your house and a good additive to wash water for a clean floral scent. The plant has also proven to have antiseptic qualities and can be used to treat burns and other wounds. Another use for English lavender is to make a natural mouthwash. Boil tap or bottled water in a tea kettle or a saucepan. Use several cups at once in order to make a large batch of lavender mouthwash. Measure 1 to 2 tsp. of dried lavender flowers for each cup of water you use. Place them in a tea strainer or tea ball. You can buy lavender at gardening outlets, as well as many natural food stores. Pour the boiled water into a teapot that is meant for brewing tea. Put the tea strainer filled with lavender into the teapot. Let the lavender infuse into the water for 10 to 15 minutes. This will make a potent mouthwash. If you prefer a weaker flavor you can shorten the brewing time as needed. Take the t
