Essential Oils

If you frequently indulge in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines, you are likely already familiar with the aroma of cardamom essential oil. Cardamom (also known as the queen of spices in many cultures) essential oil is often described as having an intense and...

Cananga essential oil shares many similarities with ylang-ylang essential since they both originate from the same species of tree. In fact, cananga essential oil is often used as a more affordable substitute for ylang-ylang oil. However, while they are similar in many...

If you have never heard of cajeput, you are not alone. In fact, many — if not most — people have no idea what it is. “Cajeput” is derived from its Indonesian name, “kayu putih” which means white wood as cajeput trees have grey-white bark with paper-like texture....

You know that it tastes good in pasta and adds a bit of kick to all dishes but did you know that black pepper is also used to make essential oil? In fact, black pepper essential oil — potent, crisp, warm and just a tad peppery — has found avid fans in those looking...

Bergamot essential oil may be less popular than the other more common essential oils (such as lavender, patchouli, and peppermint), however, it is still very much sought-after and a favorite of many. Complex yet soothing, it has a citrusy but sweet scent that almost...

As you may know, when essential oils are used in combination, they have proven to be much stronger and have more beneficial properties than when they are used on their own. However, to reap all the benefits that essential oils have to offer, you need to understand the...