Essential Oils

Cubeb essential oil (also known as Piper cubeba and Java pepper) has a rich and long history since as early as the 4th century. Yet, today, the oil remains unknown and unfamiliar to many. Enticing, mellow, and warming, cubeb essential oil is the perfect alternative to...

Once revered by ancient Chinese, ancient Persians, and Europeans, clove essential oil has, sadly, experienced a sharp decline in popularity. It is high time that we once again embrace this essential oil as it is packed with various benefits.   Thus, today, we...

Fennel essential oil (Foeniculum vulgare) is an acquired taste — there is no doubt about it. Strong licorice-like flavor with a hint of herb and spice, it is true that this essential oil is not one that most people reach for instinctively. However, with its wide array...

Both intense and both bearing a lemon-like aroma, there are two types of citronella essential oils. First, you have the Java variety (Cymbopogon winterianus) and then you have the Ceylon variety (Cymbopogon nardus).   Today, we will be delving deep into Ceylon...

Cassia cinnamon essential oil is spicy, warm, and familiar to just about everyone all over the world — just like its close relative Ceylon cinnamon essential oil. Because of its close similarity to Ceylon cinnamon essential oil (which is frequently referred to as...

Woodsy, warm, and familiar, cedarwood essential oil has a rich history and has long been used by various cultures. From Native Americans to the Tibetans and ancient Egyptians, cedarwood essential oil is highly valued.   However, did you know that there are...