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Aromatherapy and Fragrance Oils

By: Susan Atkinson Specialists in the field of armatherapy think synthetic fragrance oils are less desirable than plant derived essential oils as elements of perfume. However, synthetic fragrance oils are not effective therapeutically because even though they are copies of essential oils, these synthetic products have different structures and, cannot be enter the body.

It is very important that you test your fragrances in small batches of product before you commit to making larger batches. Developing perfumes and new fragrances is time consuming and is only done by skilled perfumers. Fragrance oils are always liquid; they will usually leave an oily residue on paper, and are not as volatile as essential oils so the scents often last much longer.

You will find fragrance oils referred to as aroma oils, aromatic oils, and flavor oils, are blended synthetic aroma compounds or natural essential oils that are diluted with a carrier like propylene glycol, vegetable oil, or mineral oil. Because an oil\'s aroma is just as important as its chemical fingerprint, all oils also undergo strict olfactory (smell) evaluation. Never take any oils internally without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.

Historically aromatic plant oils were used for a number of purposes such as cosmetics, spiritual relaxation along with the purpose of embalming and mummifying their dead people.

Expect to find fragrance oils in soap making, candle making, for making potpourri, body lotions, hand lotions, bath salts, bath bombs, cosmetics and for many other products. It's very important that you test your fragrances in small batches of product before you commit to making larger batches. Commercial soaps extract the moisturizing glycerin that is naturally produced when making soap.

Fragrance oils are blends of essential and synthetic oils. Fragrance oils are man-made and may, at times, include real essential oils in their basic makeup. Fragrance oils are for external use only and could be fatal if ingested. Put a few drops of fragrance oil on a cotton ball and put it in your vacuum for a wonderful aroma every time you clean.