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Lavender Essential Oil for Menopause Support: Benefits, Research & How to Use
Why Lavender Oil Is Becoming a Go-To Menopause Remedy
Menopause is a natural stage of life, yet it can bring challenges that affect both physical and emotional well-being. In fact, about 95% of women enter menopause and then spend roughly one-third of their lives in the post-menopausal stage.
Common symptoms include:
- Hot flashes
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep issues
- Reduced sexual desire
- Mood swings, depression, and anxiety
- Cognitive changes
Many women look for natural menopause remedies to avoid side effects from conventional treatments. One plant-based option getting attention is lavender essential oil (Lavandula angustifolia), known for its calming, hormone-supportive properties.
While lifestyle adjustments, diet, and exercise play a big role in symptom relief, natural plant-based remedies like lavender essential oil are also gaining attention — both in research and in traditional use.
Lavender Oil & Menopause: What the Science Says
A triple-blind clinical trial explored the effects of 80 mg of oral lavender essential oil (about two drops) daily for 60 days in menopausal women.
Results:
- Both lavender and placebo groups improved in mood, anxiety, hot flashes, and depression.
- Only the lavender group showed improved sexual function — a crucial but often overlooked part of menopause health.
Lavender Oils in Aromatherapy & Traditional Use
According to the Essential Oils Desk Reference (Seventh Edition), lavender is one of the most versatile and gentle essential oils. Documented benefits include:
- Relaxation & Sleep Support – Calms the nervous system, promotes deeper rest.
- Mood Lifting – May help reduce anxious feelings and improve emotional balance.
- Hormone Support – Traditionally used to support female health and hormone balance.
- Skin Soothing – Comforts skin during hot flashes and irritation.
- Intimacy Support – Creates a calming environment, may help enhance connection.
How to Use Lavender Essential Oil for Menopause Relief
1️⃣ Aromatic (Diffusing)
- Add 3–4 drops to a diffuser, especially at night.
- Combine with cedarwood or vetiver for deeper relaxation.
2️⃣ Topical (Skin Application)
- Apply 1–2 drops to wrists, temples, or back of the neck.
- For hot flash relief: Mix 2 drops lavender + 2 drops peppermint in 1 teaspoon carrier oil; apply to neck or feet.
3️⃣ Internal (Only if labeled for dietary use)
- Add 1–2 drops to a veggie capsule or herbal tea with honey.
- Study dosage: 80 mg (~2 drops) daily for 60 days.
Lavender Oil Safety Tips
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Dilute for sensitive skin.
- If pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, consult a healthcare provider.
- Use only pure, therapeutic-grade oils — most store lavender is synthetic or adulterated.
My Favorite Menopause Support Blend
- 2 drops Lavender
- 1 drop Clary Sage
- 1 drop Geranium
- Dilute in 1 tsp carrier oil and apply to lower abdomen or inner ankles morning & night.
Final Thoughts
Menopause is a season of change — but it doesn’t have to mean losing your vitality, intimacy, or joy.
Research and tradition both suggest that lavender essential oil can be a gentle, natural support for physical comfort, emotional balance, and sexual health.
Reference:
Kargar Jahromi H, et al. (2020). The effect of lavender essential oil on menopausal symptoms: A triple-blind, randomized clinical trial. View on PubMe
Kargar Jahromi H, et al. (2020). The effect of lavender essential oil on menopausal symptoms: A triple-blind, randomized clinical trial. Link to study
Essential Oils Desk Reference, 7th Edition, Life Science Publishing, 2016.
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