Essential Oils

Essential oils are the concentrated, natural, liquid essences extracted from plant parts, including the flowers, leaves, stems, wood, bark and roots. Essential oils are strongly scented and are believed to possess varying medicinal and cosmetic properties. Because of these properties, they have been used extensively, thoughout the world, for centuries in medicines and cosmetic products. Many esential oils are believed to be safe and make excellent substitutes to the harmful, synthetically made perfumes and fragrances in our everyday cosmetic and household products. Essential oils should always be used with caution, as they are highly concentrated, medicinal liquids that can be harmful if not used carefully. You should always consult your physician, naturopath and/or a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils, especially if you have medical issues.