There are no wasted efforts in nature. The
fragrance of a flower, the smell of an orange,
or the scent of a pine tree, all serve specific
purposes vital to the plants survival.
What our senses perceive as fragrances or
scents are actually volatile aromatic compounds,
tiny organic molecules that serve a variety
of protective, reproductive, and regenerative
purposes. These compounds help ward off unfriendly
pests, attract friendly herbivores and insects,
and even help the plant heal from physical
infection and injury.
There are over 3000 identified varieties of
aromatic compounds, each with its own unique
and functional chemical constituents that
provide different aromas and benefits to the
plants. From the petals of a flower, to the
leaves of a plant, the rind of a fruit, or
the resin of a tree, these volatile aromatic
compounds are all around us.
Distilled directly from their plant sources,
essential oils are multifaceted agents that
have seemingly endless applications to our
health and can be used aromatically, topically,
or internally.
Ensuring the maximum potency and beneficial
properties of an essential oil are the result
of maintaining the delicate ratio of aromatic
constituents found in that essential oil.
All of which can vary depending on the time
of day or part of the plant which is harvested,
the time of year or lifecycle when harvested,
the geographic location and weather where
the plant was grown, or the method and even
the duration of distillation.
For that reason, it is vital that essential
oils come from a trusted source committed
to not only producing unadulterated essential
oils but to adhering to the strictest production
protocols.
There are no wasted efforts in nature. Neither
should there be in the healthcare that you
provide for yourself and those you love.
