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Essential oils are volatile aromatic compounds extracted from plants through methods such as steam distillation or cold pressing. They are the concentrated essence of the plant, capturing its aroma and beneficial properties.

With just a few drops, oils can care for and nourish the skin, and their aromas can also lift, relax or help you focus. Essential oils are used in three ways: by inhalation, orally or topically.

The benefits of an essential oil come from the properties of the plant it is made from. When these natural substances are properly extracted, they can support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Aromatherapy has been used for thousands of years, and research around the world continues to explore its effects.

Applying to the skin, also called topical use, is the main way essential oils are used, both in wellbeing and in cosmetics. The first thing to know is that, as a general rule, essential oils should always be diluted in a vegetable carrier oil before applying them to the skin. Used this way, diluted in a vegetable or base oil, topical application is considered the safest and most common method. Diluted essential oils are popular in massage and body care routines to help you relax and unwind.

Diffusing essential oils is often used to freshen a room, keep insects away, create a calm atmosphere before bed, help you relax or, on the contrary, feel energised. Scents act as messengers to the brain, which is why it is important to choose the essential oil you diffuse according to the mood you want to create. The main difference is between humidifiers, which use water vapour, and nebulisers, which diffuse the pure essential oil. Broadly speaking, we recommend a nebuliser if you want to get the most out of the fragrance of the essential oil you diffuse.

This is the most delicate method. It is reserved exclusively for adults and cannot be used with all essential oils. It is important to make sure that your specific essential oil is suitable for oral use. They are usually taken diluted in olive oil, in a spoonful of honey or on a neutral tablet.
Always consult a doctor before taking essential oils orally, and prepare the blend with a professional, as some essential oils can be highly toxic when ingested. Oral use for more than 7 days is not recommended.