| What is an essential
oil? |
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Essential oils are made up of hundreds of chemical constituents
that give the oil its unique properties.
An essential oil, interestingly enough, is not essential to the
life of the plant, which means the plant does not require the
essential oil for metabolic processes.
The word essential means that the oil is volatile at room temperature.
This means that essential oils evaporate at room temperature.
Essential oils that have a high evaporation rate i.e. that evaporate
quickly are referred to as ‘top’ note oils and the
ones that have a slow evaporation rate i.e. that evaporate slowly
are referred to as ‘base’ note oils.
The oils with an evaporation rate in between are referred to
as ‘middle’ note oils. This is very important when
blending oils for their aroma and for perfumery.
Essential oils have aromas ranging from fresh citrus tones to
light floral tones and heavy herby tones.
Tranquil Sounds conducts informative free workshops on Aromatherapy
and the use of essential oils. If you would like more information,
please submit your details and we will contact you with dates and
locations.
Michelle
Vranes has worked in the essential oils industry for many years
and is part owner of viva-aroma, an exciting new concept in aromatherapy.
She has authored many articles and publications on essential oils
and aromatherapy. Michelle's expertise is highly valued and sought
after in the industry.
Visit the viva-aroma website at http://www.viva-aroma.com.au.
Phone: +613 9346 7598
Fax: +613 9346 7712
Mail: P.O. Box 1072 Moonee Ponds, Victoria, Australia, 3039
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