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Aromatherapy

Learn more about essential oils

Why choose a certified organic essential oil?

• Organic raw materials : no synthetic pesticides, better plant purity.

• Traceability & compliance : COSMOS Organic/Ecocert labels, botanical & geographical origin, guaranteed chemotype (HEBBD/HECT).

• Analytical quality : GC-MS control (compliant aromatic profile), absence of additions/denaturation.

• Tolerance : fewer undesirable impurities (does not eliminate the risk of allergy).

• Impact : more sustainable supply chains, respect for soils & biodiversity.

Check the label for : “100% pure & natural”, organic certification , batch number, Latin species, distilled part.

Which essential oils are indispensable for beginners?

For a basic aromatherapy kit: Lavender (soothing) , Tea Tree (purifying) , Ravintsara or Eucalyptus radiata (respiratory) , Lemon (sanitizing, be careful in the sun) , Palmarosa (skin) . They cover well-being, skin care, and air hygiene.

Internal use only: under the advice of a healthcare professional.

What is the difference between an essential oil and a vegetable oil?

• Essential oil (EO) : concentrated aromatic extract (distillation/cold pressing of peels), 100% pure & natural , non-greasy, insoluble in water , rich in aromatic molecules. Uses: diffusion , inhalation , topical application always diluted .

• Vegetable oil (VO) : a fatty substance obtained by first cold pressing (sweet almond, jojoba, argan, etc.), nourishing and protective . Use: as a base for diluting essential oils, for face/body care, and massage.
Remember : always dilute an EO in a VO before applying to the skin; a VO does not replace an EO and vice versa.


What precautions should be taken (pregnancy, children, sun, contraindications)?

• Pregnancy/breastfeeding : avoid during the 1st trimester; afterwards only certain gentle essential oils on advice .

• Children : avoid < 3 years; no peppermint, essential oils rich in phenols/ketones.

• Sun : photosensitizing citrus fruits → no exposure 12 hours after application.

• Specifics : seek advice in case of epilepsy, asthma, pathologies or treatments.


How should essential oils be stored and what is their shelf life?

Bottles tightly closed , protected from light , in a cool place (15–20 °C), upright .

Shelf life after opening: citrus 1–2 years , conifers 2–3 years , lavender 3–5 years , resins/woods 5+ years . Note the opening date.