Essential Oils

What Is Aromatherapy?
Did you know that aromatherapy (essential oil therapy) refers to a range of traditional, alternative, or complementary therapies that use essential oils and other aromatic plant compounds and has been around for nearly 6,000 years? Indeed, aromatherapy is well-established and is offered in various therapeutic practices, including massage centres, yoga studios and spas, as well as in certain hospice settings and chiropractors' osteopaths' and reflexologists' offices. Read more >-
Aura Cacia Spearmint Essential Oil is distilled from the native northwestern variety of spearmint grown in the United States, yielding a distinct buttery, sweet aroma. Its cooling properties make it great for energy support and body care. Of the mints, spearmint’s gentler nature makes it more suitable for children and the elderly, compared to its counterpart peppermint. Spearmint (Mentha spicat...
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Revered as an aroma that has purification power, tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) is one of the prominent essential oils used in cleansing applications. Use Aura Cacia’s Tea Tree Purifying Essential Oil from counter sprays to toilet cleaners, it’s a must-have in the home. In aromatherapy, tea tree essential oil is employed for its physical nature, rather than its aesthetic qualities. However, ...
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Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) essential oil has many uses but it is especially known for its romantic aroma, soothing capacities and long-time associations with peace and happiness. Aura Cacia Ylang Ylang III Essential Oil comes from flowers in Madagascar that are distilled immediately after they are picked in the morning, resulting in an oil with an especially fresh floral aroma. Use Aura Caci...
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Top-selling Aura Cacia Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Essential Oil is the most popular essential oil, which is widely recognized for its aroma and many uses while the boxed packaging makes this essential oil great for gift giving. Lavender Oil from Aura Cacia's can be added to skin products like balms, salves, perfumes, and cosmetics. It can be used as an antiseptic to clean minor injuries ...
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Lemon (Citrus limon) essential oil has a bright, fresh aroma and a wide variety of applications, making it a well-known essential oil powerhouse. Aura Cacia Lemon Essential Oil comes from the United States. Like other citruses, lemon is one of the few essential oils expressed from the peel of the fresh fruit. Lemon can not only kill odor causing bacteria, it also smells very fresh and invigorat...
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Peppermint essential oil has been found to be effective at blocking the nerve channels that transmit pain signals. Thus, when diluted and applied topically, peppermint oil can help to reduce the sensation of pain. It can also be used internally to help reduce gas and bloating, as well as prevent digestive spasms. Peppermint (Mentha piperita) has a cooling sensation that is instantly recognized....
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Cheer up with sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil from Aura Cacia has multiple uses throughout the home, from cleaning to air freshening. This uplifting essential oil is a consistent best seller. Use Aura Cacia’s Cheering Sweet Orange Essential Oil in diffusions, body care blends and perfumes. Mixed well with sandalwood, vanilla, lemon and cinnamon essential oils, just to name a few. C...
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In aromatherapy, tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil is employed for its physical nature, rather than its aesthetic qualities. However, many appreciate its underlying warm, nutmeg-like aroma. Revered as an aroma that has purification power, tea tree is one of the prominent essential oils used in cleansing applications. Use Aura Cacia’s Tea Tree Purifying Essential Oil from counter s...
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From Aura Cacia’s Precious Essentials® collection, the warm herbaceous aroma of German Chamomile has rich, sweet, tobacco-like nuances. This exceptionally calming oil has a beautiful deep indigo colour. Add a few drops of German Chamomile by Aura Cacia to skin care oils to make them especially soothing. Expertly blended with jojoba oil. [LIQUID]
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Aura Cacia Jasmine Absolute Essential Oil can be used in steam inhalation, humidifiers, diffusers, and vaporizers plus in your own DIY essential oil combinations. The exotic floral aroma of jasmine is potent and radiant. Aura Cacia ’s Jasmine Essential Oil in Jojoba Oil has a beautiful aroma which can be both stimulating to your libido and relaxing for your nervous system. Studies show Jasmine ...
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The spicy, earthy aroma of myrrh has been used as incense for almost 4,000 years. A blend of myrrh essential oil and jojoba oil is an effective application for dry, dull or aged skin. Centering Myrhh Essential Oil from Aura Cacia can help you focus, feel balanced and can be used for meditative purposes. Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) essential oil by Aura Cacia has an earthy aroma and is known to su...
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Aura Cacia’s Neroli in Jojoba Oil is a supportive, balancing oil that’s great for nighttime use. It’s also excellent for skin care, and can be found in moisturizers and serums. Known as one of the finest floral essential oils, Neroli In Jojoba Oil Essential Oil from Aura Cacia can be used in perfume and aromatherapy. In diffusions, neroli is soothing and uplifting, with a powerful floral aroma...
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Pre-blended in jojoba oil, this Fortifying Rose Absolute essential oil from Aura Cacia is ready to use directly out of the bottle, making it convenient, affordable, durable and safe. Jojoba oil is the ideal carrier oil because it is appropriate for all skin types, absorbs quickly into the skin, and doesn’t oxidize so it helps extend the life of the essential oil. Rose (Rosa damascena) essential...
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The potent aroma of rose is associated with many emotional rites and practices – it corresponds with feelings of romance and joy. Aura Cacia Rose Otto in Jojoba Oil is a pre-diluted blend of Aura Cacia Rose Otto Essential Oil and Aura Cacia Jojoba Oil – an affordable way to enjoy the essential qualities of this exotic, precious botanical right out of the bottle. Rose otto and rose absolute esse...
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Pre-blended in jojoba oil, this sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) essential oil from Aura Cacia is ready to use directly out of the bottle, making it convenient, affordable, durable and safe. Sandalwood essential oil is well known for its woodsy, balsamic-like aroma, skincare benefits and centering, grounding capacities. Aura Cacia Sandalwood Essential Oil is sourced sustainably and ethically from...
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Pre-blended in jojoba oil, Aura Cacia’s vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) essential oil is ready to use directly out of the bottle, making it convenient, affordable, durable and safe. Jojoba oil is the ideal carrier oil because it is appropriate for all skin types, absorbs quickly into the skin, and doesn’t oxidize so it helps extend the life of the essential oil. Vanilla essential oil is universall...
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Aura Cacia Organic Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) Essential Oil is a reviving, soothing citrus oil with floral and sweet notes that distinguish it from other citrus oils, with a variety of benefits and uses. Often considered the finest of the citrus oils, bergamot is native to tropical Asia but grows almost exclusively in Italy, Brazil, France and the Ivory Coast. Aura Cacia Organic Bergamot Essent...
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The sweet, earthy aroma of clary sage has been admired by many for centuries and now you can enjoy it from Aura Cacia. It is used for a wide variety of applications, from body and massage oils to room diffusions. The aroma of clary sage is uplifting but not overly invigorating, making it ideal for relaxing and resetting. Today aroma therapists use this delightful oil to inspire creativity and t...
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Renowned for its ability to evoke a calm, positive energy, Comforting Organic Clove Bud Essential Oil is among Aura Cacia’s most popular oils. Organic clove bud (Syzygium aromaticum) is a grounding, warming and comforting essential oil that’s great for reviving indoor spaces as well as for targeted skin care applications. You can use Comforting Organic Clove Bud Essential Oil from Aura Cacia fo...
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This Balancing Organic Geranium Essential Oil from Aura Cacia can be used for everything from cleaners and detergents, to lotions and body care products, to outdoor patio sprays. Geranium oil is also used in perfumery and skincare applications. Compared to other oils, it is relatively new to this realm, having only been used since the mid-19th century. Organic geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) ...
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Aromatherapy Oils
Did you know that aromatherapy (essential oil therapy) refers to a range of traditional, alternative, or complementary therapies that use essential oils and other aromatic plant compounds and has been around for nearly 6,000 years? Indeed, aromatherapy is well-established and is offered in various therapeutic practices, including massage centres, yoga studios and spas, as well as in certain hospice settings and chiropractors' osteopaths' and reflexologists' offices.
Essential oils used in aromatherapy are highly concentrated natural extracts from the leaves, flowers, and stems of a wide variety of healing plants. The International Standards Organization (ISO) defined essential oils as “products obtained from vegetable raw material, either by distillation with water or steam, or from the epicarp of citrus fruits by a mechanical process, or by dry distillation.”
Essential oils offer a wide range of therapeutic properties, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, insecticidal, relaxant, sedative, and stomachic properties, among many others. Practitioners use and recommend essential oils for everything from lifting mood to improving mental performance, reducing stress, promoting healthy sleep, curbing your appetite, killing bacteria, fungus, and viruses, reducing anxiety and pain, modulating inflammation, calming nausea, and soothing migraines. They can be diluted and applied topically, inhaled or added to an aromatherapy essential oil diffuser.
Essential oils are available in both single offerings or aromatherapy essential oil blends which mix oils together that work synergistically.
Using Aromatherapy Oils
Essential oils can be used in a variety of ways, including:
- Diffusing a single oil or a combination of essential oils into the air
- Inhaling oils directly off of a cloth or cotton ball or from the bottle
- Integrating oils into massage therapy
- Soaking in an oil-infused bath
- Rubbing oils directly onto the skin
- Adding oils into shampoos and conditioners
Most Popular Aromatherapy Oils
- Basil
- Bergamot
- Citronella
- Eucalyptus
- Jasmine
- Lavender
- Peppermint
- Rosemary
- Sandalwood
- Tea Tree
- Thyme
Precautions When Using Essential Oils
Because they're strong and potent, aromatherapy oils are usually diluted in a carrier oil, such as almond, jojoba, or coconut oil, before being applied directly to the skin. In addition, essential oils are not always appropriate for children, older individuals, or anyone living with a chronic health condition or who is poly-medicated. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also abstain from using essential oils. Many essential oils are highly toxic to pets, so it's imperative to do a little research before diffusing essential oils in a home with animals.
Where To Buy Essential Oils?
You can shop the diverse range of essential oils at National Nutrition.ca
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