Oils 101 — Organic Essential Oil

Frankincense oil is often called the “King of oils,” and for very good reason. Frankincense promotes feelings of peace and overall wellness when used aromatically, while having topical and internal benefits as well. The health, cosmetic and aromatherapy benefits of Frankincense Oil date back to the ancient times. The prevalent uses of Frankincense essential oil today have their basis in the centuries old knowledge about these gold resins.

Organic Frankincense oil is extracted from the gum or resin of Boswellia trees also known as Boswellia Serrata, through steam distillation. Frankincense Oil has a warm, spicy and clean scent. The oil carries a warm scent that acts a stress reliever, when diffused. Organic Frankincense Essential Oil can be used for promoting healthy cellular function and to heal skin, amongst a myriad of benefits it offers.

Using an essential oil for the first time? Don’t worry! Essential oils are the best choice for dealing with different problems. It does wonders when it comes to aromatherapy, household, personal beauty and as a natural remedy for minor health issues. Citronella is one of the best essential oils which can be utilized for different purposes. Keep reading to get an insight of this remarkable oil.

Citronella is a fragrant grass which has earned the name from the French word ‘lemon balm’. This grass grows in some Asian countries and some islands of the south Pacific such as Indonesia, Burma and Java. The sweet and lemony aroma grabs your attention and makes you feel refreshed. Since it resembles with lemongrass in appearance, growth and processing method, it is usually difficult for people to differentiate between the two. However, the difference is that lemongrass has off-white pseudostems while those of the Citronella plant are reddish in color. Both of them belong to the same plant family i.e. Cymbopogon.

Organic Lemon Oil continues to be a hot-favorite, owning to its versatility. It cleanses, purifies and supports a healthy respiratory system.

The lemon essential oil is extracted by cold pressing the lemon peel and not the inner pulp. By applying mechanical pressure instead of heating, we are able to harness the goodness of the peel, which is the most nutrient dense part of the plant.

Lemon Oil has a distinctly strong fresh, zesty citrus scent. The oil has thin consistency and the color varies between pale yellow and deep yellow.

Essential oils are worth using when it comes to your skincare and healthcare. Not only this, if you want to have a pleasant feeling and want to feel relaxed, you can diffuse some of the essential oils and enjoy their aroma. Let’s have a look at Cassia and its essential oil which dates to biblical times.

Cassia, also known as Chinese cinnamon (or Cassia bark), belongs to the family Lauraceae. It is an evergreen tree native to China and Burma. Botanically known as Cinnamomum cassia, it is a close relative to true cinnamon, also known as Ceylon cinnamon. The difference between Cassia and Cinnamon is that they are from two different plants. Cassia is from ‘Cinnamomum cassia’ whereas Cinnamon is from ‘Cinnamomum zeylanicum’. Cassia is one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine. This plant is known for its strong, spicy aroma and has a sweeter taste than that of cinnamon. It is useful in many ways from aromatic and topical use to culinary use.