As you can imagine, I get asked a lot where to buy good quality oils. I refer them to our 3rd party GC/MS test results, but there are so many companies out there that we have yet to test. Until … Continue reading
Ahh, labels. Many people don’t even read labels - but for those of us who do, certain names and phrases can leave us scratching our heads. Therapeutic grade…Pure…Organic…Wildcrafted…For external use only… What do they all mean? And how much weight … Continue reading
For convenience, here is the master list for all of the 3rd party test results here in one spot. You can find the original test results links here: Myrrh test results - “all tested well with “very good” odor quality … Continue reading
Have you wanted to make your own personal care products? Then you will be thrilled to hear we are giving away access to Aromahead Institute’s Body Butters and Lip Balms course! This course will show you how to make your … Continue reading
What Carriers to Use Choosing a carrier oil (or lotion or butter) to use with essential oils is more than personal preference. The kind of carrier you use can not only affect the absorption rate, but can also enhance therapeutic … Continue reading
The Importance of Knowing Chemotypes Some species of plants have the genetic ability to generate different chemical constituents due to the environment in which it resides. These different chemical types of the same genus and plant are called “chemotypes.” Knowing … Continue reading
Properly Diluting Essential Oils Even essential oils with strong safety concerns can be used safely if properly diluted. Knowing how to dilute properly will help us use essential oils safely. Concentrated substances are rarely intended for use “as is” – … Continue reading
Phototoxicity Phototoxicity, or photosensitization, is a reaction caused when essential oils on the skin are exposed to UV light – whether from the sun or from a tanning bed. Reactions can be severe, and even permanent. Here are some of … Continue reading
Menthol-Containing Essential Oils and Children Essential oils should be used with caution around children. Essential oils high in menthol and/or 1,8-cinole – Eucalyptus and Peppermint, for example – should be used with care around children aged six and under. The … Continue reading
Latin Names Do Matter Knowing the Latin (botanical) name of the essential oil you have can help you distinguish between different species of the same genus. There are certain species of essential oils that require more caution when using, and … Continue reading
