Essential Oils

Essential oils are both exciting and promising when it comes to taking care of your family’s and your own health. Whether you’re applying essential oils topically, enjoying the aromatic benefits through diffusing, or taking essential oils internally, the positive, healthful effects of essential oils are boundless. That’s why you’ll want to ensure that the essential oils you are using are capable of delivering on their promise.
 
You’ll want to make sure that you are choosing essential oils for their potency and their purity.
 
Potency starts with the plant itself. The same species of plant when grown in different environments will vary in chemical composition. When plants are grown in optimal soil, temperature, and climate, they produce a higher quality essential oil—just as nature intended. But, that’s only half of the equation. Purity plays a major role as well. Many essential oils available to purchase are not certified pure. Often, they contain fillers or other elements that dilute and alter the purity. This diminishes the healthful qualities of the oil.
 
What are essential Oils?
 
If you have ever enjoyed the scent of a rose, you’ve experienced the aromatic qualities of essential oils. These naturally occurring, volatile aromatic compounds are found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. Essential oils provide plants with protection against predators and disease and play a role in plant pollination. In addition to their intrinsic benefits to plants and being beautifully fragrant to people, essential oils have long been used for food preparation, beauty treatment, and health-care practices.
 
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 purify the air of unwanted odors and some airborne pathogens.
 
Topical
Essential oils are easily absorbed by the skin and most can be safely applied. Always read the directions for applying an oil topically.
 
Internal
Essential oils can also be used as dietary supplements supporting a variety of healthy conditions. Always read the directions for taking an oil internally.