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But before you plunge in on the aromatherapy fad, make sure that you know some important points about it. Below are just some of the things that you should take into heart. Read on and you might learn something that might help you.
Perfume oils are not the same as essential oils.
For those who are just buying these oils for the first time, make sure that what you are buying is the only you truly need. What makes an essential oil different from a perfume oil is the fact that it has therapeutic benefits and not just aromatic ones. This means that an essential oil will not only serve as fragrance in your home, it can also relax you and release unwanted energies.
Never ever buy essential oils that are being used with rubber dropper tops or buy oils with rubber dropper tops. This is because the rubber has some properties that can ruin the oil. The extreme concentration of the oils can turn the rubber into a gum.
Read about it.
It is not enough that you ask for people that are selling the oils. You’ll never really know if what they are telling you are truths that can help you with your self-therapy. The best way to learn about aromatherapy is to read books and articles about the topic. This way, you are being given an objective view about it and some of the products that you’ll be buying. In choosing a service or a product it is also a good idea to look for those with good reviews from newspapers and magazines.
Another topic that you should read on about is the safety of therapy. Actually, it is a required reading before you start on the therapy. There are also websites that are devoted solely to the process of aromatherapy. Search on these sites as they contain hundreds of articles that can help you get started.
Choose your store.
Although new stores may also offer quality products, if you are not familiar with aromatherapy yet, it is good to stick with the brands that are already established. Remember that aromatherapy has safety issues that you should also take heed. After which, when you know enough about the business and the products, you can switch to less established ones but with good reviews.
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Teach yourself the art of shopping for oils and scents. It is good to know what scent goes to what essential oils. You should also learn to compare scents. It also helps if you are familiar with some of the most common essential oils in the market. That way, it will be easier for you to buy what you want.
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Question by Whitters: How do you extract essential oils?
I am wanting to extract essential plant oils. I have been researching it online and several sites mention homemade distillers, but I can’t seem to find any plans for it. Does anyone know where I can find plans for this, preferably with pictures? Also any tips or advice related to this process would be appreciated.Best answer:
Answer by Elizabeth H
Building an Essential Oil Still
Step 1Drill a hole in the lid of an empty milk jug using a 3/4-inch drill bit, taking care to wash and clean the jug before you do so. Drill a second hole of the same size somewhere on the lower walls of the jug.Step 2Saw off the top portion of the second milk jug and drill a 3/4-inch hole in the bottom.
Step 3Wrap a piece of 3/4-inch copper tubing around an empty tennis ball can. You will want at least 7 or 8 coils’ worth, and there should be a certain amount of free tubing left on either end. You’ll need enough free tubing on one end to reach between the two milk jugs, and enough on the other end to poke through the hole in the second milk jug.
Step 4Seal a metal teakettle, using glue to seal the cap and a rubber stopper in the spout. Drill a 3/4-inch hole in the stopper for your copper tubing.
Step 5Place a meat thermometer through the stopper–somewhere between the 3/4-inch hole and the edge–to allow you to monitor the temperature inside.
Step 6Attach a second piece of copper piping to the hole in the teakettle stopper and the other end through the hole in the lid of the first milk jug.
Step 7Connect one end of the coiled piece of copper to the bottom section of the jug, and lay the coils themselves in the second jug. Run the other end of the copper tubing through the hole in the bottom of the jug.
Step 8Place a glass jar under the end of the tubing, to collect your essential oil extract.
Step 9Seal all free openings to your still with sealant just before you begin the distillation process.
Distilling the Oil
Step 1Find plant material containing the essential oils you wish to distill. You want plants with a healthy sheen to them and which have not been unduly damaged. Whole dry plant material works well because it allows you to fit more into the still and increase your yield.Step 2Fill the first milk jug full of the plant material, packing it in as tightly as possible. (Store-bought stills will have their own containers for the plants.)
Step 3Fill the second milk jug (or the condenser on a store-bought still) with ice or extremely cold water.
Step 4Add water to the tank of your still by removing the rubber cap on your teakettle.
Step 5Set the teakettle or still tank over a stove and heat the water to a boil. Make sure all of your openings are sealed before beginning.
Step 6Check the still regularly for signs of progress. The steam from the boiling water should distill the oils from the plants without any further effort on your part, but you’ll want to watch out for any accidents.
Step 7Filter the extracted oil through a clean piece of cheesecloth and then funnel it into an appropriate container made of steel or dark glass. Seal the container and store it in a cool, dry place. Most essential oils will last for up to 2 years if properly preserved.
Add your own answer in the comments!Question by BirdieGirl: Is it safe to apply essential oils to my hair a few times a week?
I apply essential oils to my scalp (scalp massage) and the rest of my hair a few times a week. Is this ok?Best answer:
Answer by Mikayla G
Yes, it’s totally fine. If you feel like it works for you, go for it. And you might also like to hear that I do that too.What do you think? Answer below!Question by The Bowling League Champion!!!: Which flowers have scents that can pulled through an essential oils process?
I’m trying to make my own essential oils and fragrances with different flowers. I know that most flowers can’t provide strong scents, but I’m having a hard time finding a list of which ones do. And notes on the best ways to do this with different kinds of flower.Best answer:
Answer by Loenla T
Lavender is good.Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!
