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"Essential oils are becoming more popular again, owing to the many trending movements promoting the use of natural ingredients and normalising DIY beauty solutions. These wonder oils from nature are derived from botanical extracts. An essential oil is termed as 'essential' because they purportedly contain the 'essence' of the very plant it is derived from. These volatile compounds can be used in many cosmetic, herbal and aromatherapy preparations and products.  There are many methods to extract essential oils. Popular ways include distillation via water or steam and cold pressing. Once the plant's scent or flavour has been extracted, a 'carrier oil', which is used for diluting, will be added. Essential oils can be pure, therapeutic-grade, or diluted for use in massage therapies, aromatherapy and as room scents that are diffused via diffusers or humidifiers.  Some essential oils may not appeal to some individuals. As these oils can be quite concentrated, their heavy scent may be too much for some; and for some, however, it brings great comfort and enjoyment.  Common Essential Oils and Their Benefits    Lavender essential oil      Tea tree essential oil      Citrus essential oils, like lemon oil and sweet orange oil      Roman chamomile essential Oil      Rose essential oil      Rosehip essential oil      Eucalyptus essential oil      Peppermint essential oil      Citronella essential oil      Vanilla essential oil    Another ubiquitous essence that finds its way in our food, fragrances and beauty products is the wonderful, comforting scent of vanilla. Vanilla has a complex, luscious scent that can also be described as sweet, warm and homey. When we think of vanilla, what comes to mind are delicious desserts like ice cream, cookies and cakes. However, aromatherapy practitioners also use vanilla oil or its essence to promote sleep, relaxation and happiness. Technically, there is no pure or 100% essential oil of vanilla due to the laborious process involved in extracting its oil. Vanilla oil or essences in the market are mostly food-grade (2% and below) or simply vanilla pods or extracts distilled in ethanol.  We recommend the use of these wonder oils that are naturally derived from botanicals to supplement your beauty and wellness routine, but always consult your doctor if you have any sensitivities to oils and essences. Some essential oils with highly strong essences should be used sparingly or must be diluted with carrier oils like coconut oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E oil. When using essential oils topically, make sure to do a skin patch test for 24 - 48 hours to confirm that you are not allergic or sensitive to these oils.  &nbsp;  ALSO READ:  &nbsp;"
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