Ustukhuddus, also known as Dry Lavender (Flower), Ustekhadoos, Lavender Buds, Ustu Khuddus, or scientifically as Lavandula angustifolia, is a botanical treasure revered for its multitude of uses. This aromatic herb has been celebrated for centuries, not just for its captivating fragrance, but also for its extensive therapeutic properties. 

Beauty benefits of Dry Lavender:

Skincare with Dry Lavender: 

Reduce Inflammation:

Dry lavender is highly anti-inflammatory so it helps moisturize the dry or hard skin, decreases redness, and calms down eczema and psoriasis.

Anti-oxidant:

The high antioxidant content in lavender helps fight free radicals, which are responsible for aging signs like wrinkles and fine lines. Regular use can lead to smoother and younger-looking skin.

Scar and Acne:

The healing properties of Lavender oil from the buds, help in removing scars, and acne and promote healthy and bright skin. 

Haircare with Dry Lavender: 

Increase hair volume:

Dry Lavender oil boosts blood circulation in the scalp and increases hair volume. It also stimulates thicker and shinner hair.

Reduce dandruff:

Its anti-microbial properties keep the scalp fresh and free from dandruff and itchiness.

Aromatherapy and relaxation: 

Stress relief:

Dry lavender scent keeps the environment calm and helps in stress relief, and anxiety, and increases focus. 

Sleep cycle:

Using Lavender products as a room freshener or incense stick helps in good sleep. 

Health  benefits of Dry Lavender: 

Pain relief:

Using lavender can be an effective pain killer because it has pain-relieving properties. One can get rid of muscle and joint pain by applying lavender oil on them directly. 

Migraine or headache:

The oil is used in most massages to relax muscles and also for its soothing effect. To alleviate the severity of headaches and migraines, one should inhale lavender oil or apply it to their temples.

 Digestion:

Additioneffective for this purpose is lavender tea lavender can promote better digestion. It helps in reducing stomach uneasiness, gas pain, and cramps. Particularly

Respiration:

Lavender helps in the improvement of respiratory function. 

Decongestant:

The plant can work as a natural decongestant facilitating the opening of breathing paths, thus aiding in the alleviation of conditions like asthma, colds, and bronchitis.

Antiseptic:

The antibacterial features of lavender may fight respiratory infections and ultimately enhance good respiratory functioning.

Here are some of the names used for dry lavender across different states in India:

North India: Ustukhuddus

Western India: Ustekhadoos

Maharashtra and Gujarat: Lavender

South India: Lavender

Eastern India: Ustukhuddus 

Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh: Ustukhuddus

Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand: Lavender

Assam, Manipur, and Meghalaya: Lavender

Rajasthan and Kerala: Ustukhuddus

Ustukhuddus, commonly known as ‘dry’ lavender is not only an aromatic herb but also has numerous other uses that are skin-deep. It can act as a medicine for beauty care, mental stability, and pain relief as well as digestive and respiratory system cleansing hence making it a very important addition to wellness programs. Whether it is put in cosmetics, used as an essential oil, or taken as a tea. 

Other Names: 

Ustookhoodoos, Halhaal, Sunbul al-ahaaniya, Arshameesa, Arshaneesa, Washa’i al-shaikh, Tuntuna, Arabian Lavender, French Lavender, Stoechas Arabique, Lavande, Schopflavendel, Welscher Lavendel, Lavendara No Phul, Dharu, Kale weouth, Lavandula stoechas, Ustkhuddus, Jarub Dimagh, Ustkhuddus, Uste Khadus, Ustukhdus, Levender, Ustokhuddus, Ustukuddus, Ustukhudoos, Ustekhuddus, Ustekuddus, Ustekhaddus, Ustukhadus, Itrifal, Ustukudus, Uste Qudus, Ustukhaddus, Ustakhuddus, Lavender Buds, Ustekhdus, UstekhdoosUstekhadoos , Lavandula stoechas, Istequdus, Ustu Khuddus, Ustekhudus ustu khuddus, Ustukhudus ustekhadoos ustukhudus, Ustekhadus ustukhudus, Ustakudus, Dry Lavender, Dried Lavender, Ustukhuddus, Lavendula , Lavander, Ustokhudus, Ustekadus, Uste Khadus, Ustakhuddus, Lavender Buds, Ustekhdus, Ustekhdoos, Lavendar, Lavandar, Levendar