The Egyptians used it for mummification and as a perfume. The Romans used it for bathing, cooking and for scenting the air. And you can use it for just about everthing. Lavender is one of those basic first aid oils to have in your arsenal. Its uses are myriad from cooking, to perfume, healing burns, soothing headaches and nerves, banishing insomnia, and refreshing the laundry. Add drops, burn to inhale or put in bath or on pillows and sheets. It is a useful ancient anointing and anti-bacterial oil.