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Myrtle essential oil is obtained by the steam distillation of the myrtle plant’s flowers, leaves, and stem, which is called Myrtus Communis in the botanical world. Its main constituents are Cineol, Myrtenol, Pinene, Myrtenyl Acetate, Geraniol, Linalool, Camphene, and Borneol. The myrtle plant first appears in history in ancient Greece, and it was associated with Aphrodite,…

Perilla essential oil is derived from the leaves of the perilla plant with the use of the steam distillation method. Perilla frutescens (L.) Britton. is rich in essential oils, fatty acids, flavonoids, and other ingredients. Perillene, limonene, myristicin, beta-caryophyllene, linalool, myristicin, beta-farnesene, citral, l-perillaldehyde, perilla ketone, rosmarinic acid, and perillyl alcohol are the main constituents in…

Palo Santo Essential Oil is gaining more widespread use within holistic aromatherapy. However, there is great concern regarding the sustainability of Palo Santo Essential Oil. When purchasing the oil, it is very important that you ensure that you are purchasing oil that is distilled specifically from Bursera graveolens and that you source it only from reputable suppliers…

Pennyroyal is also known as pulegium, pudding grass, mosquito plant, squaw mint, and European pennyroyal. It is a perennial herb native to Europe, as well as parts of Asia. An American species, Hedeoma pulegioides, is closely related and is also used to produce oil, as well as Micromeria fruticosa from Turkey. Pennyroyal with its scientific name Mentha Pulegium…

Ravensara or Madagascar camphorwood is a spice tree native to Asia. With the scientific name “Cinnamomum camphora cineoliferum“, raventsara is often confused with the ravensara (scientific name: Ravensara aromatic) but their medicinal properties are quite distinct. The essential oil is extracted with the distillation of Cinnamomum camphora leaves which are cultivated in Madagascar. This oil provides relief from…

Pine essential oil is extracted from the commonly known tree pine and its scientific name is Pinus Sylvestris. The tree’s origin is believed to be in Austria and Russia and later on, it spread to other parts of the world. Pine is the common tree used the world over as a Christmas tree and it…

Cedarwood essential oil is derived with the steam distillation process of the heartwood of the Cedar tree which is scientifically called Juniperus Virginiana. The Cedarwood plant is inherent to cold climates and is found in high altitudes. Cedarwood Essential oil has vital components such as Beta Cedrene, Alpha Cedrene, Widdrol, Cedrol, and Thujopsene. Traditionally it…

Petitgrain essential oil, Citrus aurantium, has a fresh, floral, citrus scent with some woodsy notes. Petitgrain is often called the “poor man’s neroli” since it is much less expensive but provides many of the same health benefits. Although today Petitgrain oil is steam distilled from the fresh leaves and small twigs, it was once extracted from the…

Schisandra essential oil is extracted with CO2 extraction from dehydrated fruits of the Schisandra tree. It was commonly used by Russian Olympic athletes as well as hockey players for its adaptogenic properties. This essential oil is used to counteract stress problems, diseases, anxiety problems, and weakness issues. It also slows down the occurrence of premature…

Savory essential oil is extracted from Satureia Montana through steam distillation of the blossom and Plant.  The name Satureja is derived from the Latin word satureia meaning herb.  Savory essential oil is normally used as the booster of immune systems. It is also known as the oil of Mountain savory. The fact is that there…

The spruce tree has sharp and bluish to green needle-like leaves which are the vital source for essential oils that are extracted with the steam distillation method. In comparison to other oils of the evergreen family, it has a mild and sweet scent with a resinous and balsamic odor. This essential oil has cleansing and…