How long is the interview for essential oils?

Rather, this interview is meant provide education on the topic of essential oils. The aromatherapists of Plant Therapy were sweet enough to take the time to answer my questions. This interview is long (my longest post ever, totaling 5963 words!), but it’s filled with nuggets of wisdom.

What to look for when buying essential oil?

There are 3 things that I believe are the most important when knowing what to look for when purchasing an essential oil. The first two things are tests. The first test that needs to be done on an essential oil is an organoleptic test, also known as a “sniff” test.

What did Chris find out about essential oils?

Soon after the company was purchased, Chris decided to do more research on essential oils. It was then he found that most essential oils being sold, were either overpriced or not of high quality. With the help of a certified aromatherapist, Chris dove deep into the world of essential oils.

Do you have to be an affiliate to use essential oils?

I asked questions about the basics of essential oils, usage, safety, Plant Therapy’s practices (something I was particularly interested in as a customer), and the future of essential oils. Plant Therapy does not have an affiliate program or representatives selling oils, so this post is not intended to sell oils.

Can a person be sensitive to essential oils?

You should also be cautious with essential oils if you have a hard time tolerating fragrances. According to Carlton Abrams, people who are sensitive to synthetic fragrances can sometimes tolerate essential oils—our bodies are used to them because they’re derived from plants that we’ve coexisted with for centuries, unlike synthetics.

How to use essential oils without a diffuser?

Draw a warm bath, add a few drops of a relaxing oil or your favorite scent. Sink in and let the stress of the day melt away. Note that this oil will end up on your skin diluted to some degree. 8. Palm or bottle method In a pinch, simply open the bottle, take a deep breath in, and repeat every few minutes.

What’s the best way to use essential oils?

Any type of spray bottle will do. Repurpose the one under your sink or grab an inexpensive spray bottle from the local dollar store. Add a few drops of your oil to some water and use as an air freshener. Try our popular air freshener recipe, it uses vinegar to help neutralize odors while freshening with your oils at the same time.

Where do you put essential oils at night?

Sprinkle oils onto a tissue, hand-towel or washcloth near where you work or sleep. One of my favorite places to sprinkle oil is on my pillow case at night. I use lavender for a calming effect. It works wonders for my children at bedtime as well.