Have you ever wonder what exactly essential oils are or where they come from?

Essential oils are typically obtained from a plant by distillation using the leaves and/or flowers of a plant. The oils have the same scent as source that it was obtained from.

Essential oils are quite concentrated, so not much is needed to get the benefits from it. A lot of times a carrier oil like coconut oil is used to dilute the essential oil.

Essential oils offer many benefits depending on what is being used. Some have calming effects, many have medicinal properties like anti inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial and more.

If you have essential oils, it’s best to store them in a brown or blue bottle. If the are in clear bottles, store in a dark place. Light can degrade them.

What are some some of your favorite essentials oils and how do you use them?