The Essentials

Everything you need to know in one place: Welcome to the world of aromatherapy

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3 min read / 13 January 2022 / yasmin sharp

Essential and Fragrance Oil Terminology: A Helpful Glossary

Here's your guide to some of the confusing terms you might find on your oils.

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7 min read / 9 December 2021 / Laura Garvin Gomez

Are essential oils bad for pets? Here's how to use them safely

It's important to know how to keep your animal friends safe.

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2 min read / 8 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin

The role of terpenes in plants and essential oils

You may not know it, but terpenes are essential part of your favourite fragrances.

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4 min read / 30 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin

The legend behind Four Bandits Oil and its ingredients

This ancient remedy is backed by a fascinating mythology.

Antibacterial Cinnamon Clove bud Eucalyptus four bandits Lemon Rosemary

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7 min read / 30 November 2021 / Laura Garvin Gomez

Essential Oils vs Fragrance Oils: What's the difference?

Here's how to tell the difference between these two popular oil types.

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4 min read / 18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin

Understanding phototoxicity in essential oils

Get to grips with photoxicity and how to use furocoumarin-containing oils safely.

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3 min read / 18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin

Antioxidant essential oils - why are they good for you?

Learn about how antioxidant essential oils can help you to protect your health.

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