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Petitgrain
Petitgrain is made from the leaves of citrus trees, and more specifically the bitter orange tree. It has a green and fresh scent with orange flower facets. A good oil to use in serums to repair and regenerate the skin, its primary use is for its pleasant smell, making it a key ingredient in perfumes, especially colognes.
Clove Buds
Clove has a very characteristic spicy, fruity aromatic smell. One of the most potent essential oils, it has been used as an antioxidant and antibacterial ingredient in oral hygiene for a long time. Sometimes used to fight acne and oily skin, clove oil is however dermocaustic*, meaning it can cause irritation and rashes on the skin if not properly diluted (1% or less in a vegetable oil).
HELICHRYSUM
Also called immortelle, everlasting or the curry plant, helichrysum is growing in dry mediterranean areas in South Eastern Europe. The oil is very popular in aromatherapy for its skin benefits, helping in particular in repairing itchy or damaged skin and also effective at treating circulatory problems.
Vanilla
An orchid originating from Mexico, Vanilla is one of the most popular and expensive spices and is now primarily grown in Madagascar and Indonesia. Used in food and fragrances for its beautiful sweet spicy rum flavour, its nourishing properties on skin as well as its comforting and sensual smell make it an ideal oil for body massages.
Benefits of body oils for skin and hair
Vegetable oils - also called ‘carrier’ or ‘base’ oils - are oils that are extracted from various seeds or fruits by a physical process called "cold pressing*, meaning the fruits/seeds/kernels are crushed to squeeze out their oil. These oils are commonly used in cooking (olive oil, sunflower oil) but are also extremely beneficial for skin and hair. And choosing what oil is best for you will depend on their natural composition and your skin type. To help you chose, here is a little guide about what each oil is good for.
Oils covered: Almond, Apricot, Argan, Avocado, Hemp, Coconut, Jojoba.
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ON THE NATURE OF THINGS
With over 20 years experience in the world of essential oils, working directly for two of the most renowned distillers, we have built a vast network of essential oil suppliers. We source our oils from all corners of the world with two focuses in mind: quality and sustainability.