Essential Oils

Essential oils are organic compounds extracted from plants with incredible therapeutic & healing properties. Using essential oils for healing, therapeutic and even meditative purposes is also referred to as aromatherapy, which is a holistic treatment to improve physical, mental and emotional health.

Essential oils can be used for a wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. They can be used as single essential oils or in complex essential oil blends depending on user experience and desired benefit. Essential Oils are processed either by Steam Distillation and Expressions.

Steam Distillation:

During the steam distillation process, steam passes through the plant material. The combination of heated steam and gentle pressure causes the essential oil to be released from microscopic protective sacs. As the vapor mixture flows through a condenser and cools, it yields a layer of oil and a layer of water. The essential oil rises to the top and is separated from the hydrosol (floral water) and collected.

Expression:

Without any heat, oil is extracted from the product under mechanical pressure.

Appropriate distillation requires a consideration for the uniqueness of pressure, temperature, time, and harvesting practices, each of which may be as diverse as the plants themselves. 

How Do I Use Essential Oils?

Essential oils are used for a very wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. They can be used a single oil at a time or in complex blends in one of three methods:

Aromatic:

Certain essential oils, when diffused, can be very stimulating, while others can be calming and soothing. Diffusing essential oils can also cleanse and purify the air of unwanted odors.

Topical:

Essential oils are easily absorbed by the skin and can be safely applied topically.

Internal:

Certain essential oils have a rich culinary history and can be used as dietary supplements for targeted wellness.

Whether you’re applying essential oils topically, enjoying the aromatic benefits through diffusing, or taking essential oils internally, the positive effects of essential oils are boundless.

Make sure that you are choosing essential oils for their potency and their purity!!

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