Essential Oils

Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts produced through distillation or cold pressing. They capture the natural aroma, flavor, and active compounds of botanical sources such as flowers, leaves, roots, and seeds. These oils are widely used in aromatherapy, natural wellness, personal care, home products, and certain traditional healing practices.

What Essential Oils Are Made From

Essential oils come from a variety of plant materials:

• Flower petals such as lavender, rose, and chamomile

• Leaves such as peppermint, eucalyptus, and tea tree

• Bark and wood such as cedarwood and sandalwood

• Resins such as frankincense and myrrh

• Citrus peels such as lemon, orange, and bergamot

• Roots such as vetiver and ginger

The extraction method influences purity and aroma. Steam distillation is the most common technique, while cold pressing is used for citrus oils.