Written by Pia - Retail Manager at Water Lane
Just over a mile down the lane from the garden, is Hawkhurst Lavender, a lavender farm and producer of beautiful lavender based bath and body products. Here's a bit more about the products and our range at Water Lane...
Image credit: Water Lane Walled Garden
Why we love what they do...
- Completely handmade.
- Family owned, (very) local company.
- Hand copper steam distilled in small batches, creating an exceptionally pure and clean essential oil. Made from lavender plants grown at their farm in the Weald of Kent, UK.
- Expertly blended oils that are completely natural and easily absorbed.
- 100% natural, vegan, chemical and cruelty free.
- The beautiful blue bottles come in small travel sizes, perfect for your bag, traveling or for a small gift.
A little about the brand...
Image credit: Hawkhurst Lavender
Why lavender?
Lavender is an evergreen plant from the Mediterranean that has a long history of medicinal use. Its flowers and oil are popular for their scent and are used in medicine and skin care.
Lavender contains chemical compounds that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, the oil is also non-comedogenic, meaning that it will not clog pores. These properties make it brilliant for use on the skin, where it can help with acne and protecting against free-radicals.
It is also well known to have a calming effect and can be useful when trying to improve your sleep or to help calm anxiety.