
Essential Oil 101 Archives

May 2016 Oil of the Month – Fragonia
Botanical Name: Agonis fragrans Country of Origin: Australia Extraction Method: Steam distilled Plant Part: Terminal Branches (twigs) Strength of Aroma: Strong KidSafe: YES Blends Well With: Sweet ... Read More

What does KidSafe® REALLY mean?
Almost 4 years ago, we launched our KidSafe® line of synergies to help empower families to choose essential oils they ... Read More

APRIL 2016 OIL OF THE MONTH–JACK PINE!
Botanical Name: Pinus banksiana Country of Origin: Canada Extraction Method: Steam distilled Shelf Life: 2-3 years Plant Part: Branches/needles ... Read More

Essential Oil Emergency! What Now?
Emergencies can happen, even to the most prepared person. When dealing with essential oils, there are a few things to keep ... Read More

Classroom Diffusing
On the surface, the act of diffusing in the classroom sounds like a great idea, until you take a closer ... Read More

Vibrant Vanilla!
Most of us instantly recognize the scent of Vanilla. Reminiscent of baked goods and desserts, Vanilla is a notably sweet ... Read More

Topical Application vs. Inhalation: How to Choose
There are many ways to incorporate essential oils to live life-- the natural way. We are often asked, "How do ... Read More

Confused by Carrier Oil Choices?
People often ask me, "Which carrier is best for _______?" To help you navigate the benefits of these amazing carrier ... Read More

CO2 Extracts—What’s All the Buzz About?
Lately, it seems that "CO2 extracts" are being mentioned on almost every aromatherapy page. What are CO2 extracts? How are ... Read More

Comprehensive Essential Oil Dilution Chart
Confused about how to dilute essential oils for ultimate safety and efficacy? Then you'll want to keep this essential oils ... Read More

How to Smell with Your Brain, Not Your Nose
Ready to smell with your brain? You might also be asking, what does this necessarily mean? Today we have an ... Read More

What Does Maximum Dilution Mean?
There are a few ways to make the best of essential oil use. One of the ways is we often ... Read More