If you, or your kids get scratches, scrapes, and other skin boo boos dab these with diluted lavender oil to speed the healing process. To do so mix 3-4 drops of lavender oil into 1/4 teaspoon of coconut oil or other carrier oil, and dab on your wounds. If needed cover with a bandage. The healing plant compounds linalool and borneol in lavender oil kill germs, reduces swelling, and speeds the formation of healthy new collagen and skin cells to heal almost 50% quicker!