FAQ

Essential oils are extracted from the very core of the plant material and they also have beneficial therapeutic effects.

Essential oils are obtained through distillation (via steam and/or water) or mechanical methods, such as cold pressing. Steam distillation is one of the processes used to extract the volatile compounds from the internal or external secretary structures of the leaves, stems, roots, bark, flower or seeds of a plant while the method of cold pressing the peels of citrus fruits reveals their fine and fresh aromatic oils.

Absolutes are highly concentrated aromatic oils extracted from plants using a solvent method. Unlike essential oils, absolutes may still contain natural pigments and parts from the plant material and thus resulting in a highly concentrated red-brown liquid that can last up to five years if properly stored. However, due to the solvent presence absolutes are useful in treating physical and emotional symptoms through aromatherapy but they are mainly used by the perfume industry. This is why absolutes are considered to be the spirits of nature captured into dark air-proof bottles.

Essential oil blends combine two or more oils together, giving you well-rounded benefits and a more complex fragrance experience. For example, if you want a relaxing experience, you can use a blend of lavender and frankincense.