Health Benefits of Essential Oils Despite essential oils are now used by more and more people, little is known about the effectiveness of essential oils in treating health conditions. Here’s a look at the evidence for some of the common health problems that essential oils and aromatherapy have been used to treat. Stress, Anxiety and […]
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What is Essential Oil
What is Essential Oil Essential oils are often used in aromatherapy as a form of alternative natural medicine. This article explains what you need to know about essential oils. What is Essential Oil? Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants and these oils capture the plant’s scent, which are called its “essence.” Unique aromatic compounds […]
How Are Essential Oils Made?
Methods of Extracting Essential Oils Distillation The vast majority of true essential oils are produced by distillation. There are different processes used, however, in all of them, water is heated to produce steam, which carries the most volatile chemicals of the aromatic material with it. The steam is then chilled (in a condenser) and the […]
7 Lifestyle Benefits Of Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender essential oil is one of the most popular oils used in the world because of its numerous benefits for the body and mind. Many cultures throughout history have incorporated Lavender into their lifestyles, including the ancient Egyptians who used it as a perfume and as part of their religious ceremonies and the mummification process. Reports claim […]
10 Essential Oils to Help You Assemble a Natural First-aid Kit
We all know about the everyday power of scent: how a particular perfume reminds you of your mother, or when the smell of your favourite restaurant brings you back to your first date there. But did you know that some scents can actually improve your health? Essential oils can also help you relax or sleep, […]