Properties of Essential Oils
The Most Powerful Living Substances on Earth!
Essential oils are not simple substances. They are mosaics of hundreds - or even thousands - of different chemicals. Any given essential oils may contain anywhere from 80 to 300 or more different chemical constituents.
Even though an essential oil may be labeled as ‘basil’ and have the botanical name Ocimum basilicum, it can have widely different therapeutic actions, depending on its chemistry.
100% pure, therapeutic grade Essential Oils are freely available and safe for home use. Many people diffuse the oils into the atmosphere of their homes, creating a virus free and pleasant smelling environment. Many of the oils are applied directly to the skin to receive almost immediate benefit from many ailments. Others are inhaled for relief from headaches, nausea and emotional release. Many Essential Oils repel virus, bacteria, and other microbes.
Note: Unfortunately, not all essential oils are created equal. Most of the essential oils on the market are what is called "perfume quality" or "fourth & fifth quality" oils. This includes oils found in health food stores.
To maintain all of the therapeutic qualities, it must be extracted by steam distillation using extremely low pressure & low heat so as not to defile the quality of the oil. Many people think that when they buy an oil that is labeled as "pure" they are getting good oils. This is far from true.
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