Lavender Essential Oil is pretty much the most popular oil in the world. It is anti-bacterial, and is a must-have for your first-aid kit. Its calming and sedative properties make Lavender Essential Oil a wonderful oil to help relax, fight stress and to promote sleep. And when properly diluted, it’s amongst the safest of essential oils and is also suitable for children. Lavender has a floral, fresh, sweet, herbaceous and sometimes slightly fruity or slightly camphorous aroma.