Lavender essential oil may help to prevent scarring by promoting cell and tissue growth. It has antibiotic, antioxidant, and antiseptic properties. According to a 2016 study , lavender oil demonstrates wound-healing activity and shows potential for use as a natural treatment to help repair damaged skin tissues.
Can I use essential oils on an open wound?
Certain essential oils have anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial properties — or sometimes both. Keeping infection and inflammation at bay can help wounds heal and improve skin health overall. Using essential oils while a wound is healing may help minimize any scarring.Aug 16, 2019
Can you use essential oils on broken skin?
Use a carrier oil Essential oils are potent, so much so that they can burn the skin. If you're working with a pure essential oil (without added ingredients), dilute the oil with a mild oil, such as coconut, almond, or jojoba oil—and avoid using oils—even a blend—on damaged or broken skin.Jul 17, 2019
Can I put peppermint oil on an open wound?
Peppermint oil and cinnamon could help treat and heal chronic wounds. Infectious colonies of bacteria called biofilms that develop on chronic wounds and medical devices can cause serious health problems and are tough to treat.Jul 8, 2015