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The Effect of Lavender Essential Oil on Blood Pressure
Biology Department, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
Department of Biology, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
- 1 Biology Department, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
- 2 Department of Biology, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
Journal of Biomedical Science and Engineering·Volume 18 (2025)·Pages 243–249·Published 19 June 2025·DOI10.4236/jbise.2025.186017
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Abstract
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for cardiovascular and kidney diseases. Lavender essential oil has gained attention as a complementary therapy due to its calming and possible antihypertensive effects. This review summarizes clinical and experimental evidence regarding its effectiveness in lowering blood pressure. A literature search was conducted in PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct with inclusion/exclusion criteria focused on randomized and quasi-experimental trials. Findings suggest that lavender oil, through inhalation or massage, may help reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure while improving psychological well-being. Further large-scale studies are needed to confirm its long-term efficacy and safety.
KeywordsHypertensionAromatherapyEssential OilsLavenderBlood PressureMassage
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