Essential Oils 101

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What is a carrier oil?

The primary use of the carrier oils is to dilute the concentrated essential oils so they can be applied topically without harmful side effects, such as skin irritation or redness.

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan

What testing does Beachwood Essentials do to ensure the quality of their oils?

Beachwood Essentials oils are all top-quality, 100% pure oils. They are unaltered and have no synthetics or other potentially harmful ingredients added. We know this because they meet rigorous qualit…

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan

Are Beachwood Essentials oils organic?

Beachwood Essential Oils are not certified organic. They are a 100% pure and natural. We import oils from other countries. Most of the countries we supply our oils from do not have organic standards…

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan

Where are the plants for Beachwood Essentials oils grown and the oils distilled?

We believe the growers and distillers of Beachwood essential oils are some of the best in the world, with farms located across the globe. Just as it is important to farm and harvest plants cultivated…

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How are Beachwood Essentials oils extracted?

Each essential oil requires a unique extraction process to protect the integrity of each essence. Most of Beachwood Essentials oils are steam-distilled, whereas citrus oils are obtained through an ex…

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan

How should I use Beachwood Essential Oils?

In a water diffuser Using filtered water, place 3-5 drops (for 100 mL diffuser) or 5-12 (for 300 mL diffuser) of your favorite essential oil in a water diffuser. Make sure the water level does not ex…

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan

Can Beachwood Essentials Oil be ingested?

Internal use is the most controversial use of essential oils. We do not promote ingestion because oils could have a strong effect and their influence needs to be previously discussed with a doctor an…

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan

What is an essential oil?

Essential oils are the oils extracted from parts of certain plants (flowers, leaves, bark, stems, seeds, etc.). Each oil maintains the specific fragrance or “essence” of that plant.

Updated 2 years ago by Hovhannes Mkhitaryan