Buying Essential Oils

April 19, 2010 by admin  
Filed under Essential oils

Essential Oils: Buying GuideThere are several things you ought to keep in mind when buying essential oils. The first is to buy them from reputable sources. There are unscrupulous traders who dilute, cut, alter and extend the oils prior to selling them. The problem with these oils is that they are ineffective. You can only be certain the oils are pure and therefore effective if you buy them from reputable dealers. Take the time to talk to the vendor and ask about their supplier. This will give you an idea of whether the oils are adulterated or not. In addition, ask if the oils have been tested for authenticity and purity in independent labs. If not then chances are you may not be pure essential oils.

You must not purchase essential oils that have been stored in clear and/or plastic containers. The reason for this is that the oils eat into the plastic becoming contaminated in the process. The oils ought to be stored in glass containers. What is more, it should not just be any type of glass container rather one that is cobalt or amber colored.

The containers help to keep out light which reduces the efficacy of the oils. When you go out to purchase the essential oils, make sure you understand what differentiates them from perfume or fragrance oils. While essential oils are natural, fragrance and perfumes oils are synthetic. Accordingly, you may not use the synthetic oils for purposes of health or wellness since they have absolutely no therapeutic value.

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