What you may not know about shipping essential oils by air
From UN numbers and IATA regulations to packaging and performance testing, we look at the rules and preparation involved in safely delivering a single bottle of essential oil.
Scientific Insights
Hinoki essential oil and Sugi essential oil: What’s the difference?
Hinoki (Japanese cypress) and Sugi (Japanese cedar) are two of the most widely known Japanese wood essential oils in the world of natural fragrance. Both offer approachable woody aromas, yet...
Japanese sugi essential oil from wood and leaves: What’s the difference?
Discover the differences between Japanese Sugi leaf and wood essential oils. Explore their unique aromas, chemical profiles, and aromatherapy benefits.
How essential oils are extracted: Methods explained
A variety of extraction techniques are used to obtain essential oils and natural aromatic extracts, including steam distillation, cold pressing, supercritical CO₂ extraction, and solvent extraction. Let's explore the principles,...
Sports aromatherapy and soccer: Can essential oils support athletic recovery?
As the FIFA World Cup captures the attention of millions around the globe, conversations naturally revolve around tactics, fitness, and performance. Yet behind every 90-minute match lies an equally important...
King orange vs. Sweet orange essential oil: What's the difference
While sweet orange embodies the bright, uplifting energy of juicy Mediterranean citrus, King orange offers a gentler sweetness, greater depth, and a distinctly tropical character.
Kaffir lime vs. Bergamot essential oil: What’s the difference
In the world of aromatherapy, citrus essential oils are always favored for their ability to bring freshness and clarity. Yet behind their somewhat similar textured peels, bergamot essential oil from...
Lavender vs. Lavandin essential oil: What’s the difference?
Lavender essential oil is one of the most widely used floral oils in aromatherapy, known for its calming scent and its role in relaxation rituals. However, not all “lavender” oils...
Lemongrass vs. Citronella vs. Palmarosa essential oil: What’s the difference
Lemongrass essential oil is one of the most widely recognized natural scents, appreciated for its fresh aroma and deodorizing properties. However, what many people don’t realize is that the “lemongrass...