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Essential Oils
If you don't see the oil or the quantity of oil that you desire, call us. Buy in quantity and save. For a more complete listing of our products, oils and distribution sizes, call and request our most recent wholesale catalog.
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Carrier Oils
For the safest and most effective use of essential oils we recommend that they be blended into a carrier or base oil. We offer a wide variety of the finest carrier oils cold-pressed and organic where possible.
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Hydrosols
A hydrosol (also known as a hydrolat) is the water that is collected when plants are distilled to make essential oils. Hydrosols are valuable therapeutic material in their own right. They can be applied to the skin direct, used as bath and cosmetic additives, some can be taken internally as many great cooks know. Because of their gentleness hydrosols are particularly suited for children, the elderly and for those who are very debilitated by illness. Hydrosols contain small potions of essential oil along with water soluble extracts from the plant that do not occur in the oil. Their properties, are not identical to that of the corresponding essential oil. Refreshing and comforting distillates of plants and flowers. These floral hydrosols contain the water soluble parts of the plant (not found in essential oils) as well as minute amounts of the plant's essential oil. Perfect for the skin, lightly scenting rooms, clothing and linens. Each hydrosol is sent to you in a 4 oz. Cobalt blue grass spray bottle. To find out about Hydrosols in bulk sizes call 1-800-331-6457.
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Magical Mixtures
Preblended formulas. Made with 100% pure Hands-On essential oils in an organic carrier oil.
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Spa Favorites
Beauty and body-care products based on plant extracts instead of synthetic ingredients are growing in popularity. You may have discovered that natural skin-and body-care products can be expensive. But the good news is that at home in your own kitchen you can make beauty products that are every bit as effective as the commercial equivalents. The ingredients are readily available and relatively inexpensive. Preparations for women, men, and children; bath oils and lotions for the skin and hair; and even fragrances are included in this collection of time-honored formulas. Because they are made of herbal extracts and infusions, these products are kinder to the skin than many factory-prepared products. Best of all, you know exactly what each contains because you've made it yourself! Looking for great gifts for family and friends? Dressed upin a beautiful bottle, hand-labeled and tied with a pretty bow, many items in this collection will make wonderful gifts that are sure to be appreciated because of the time and personal attention you've given to them.
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Bottles
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Books
We have an extensive library of new books related to aromatherapy and essential oils. The following are among our best sellers...
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Aromatherapy is a unique branch of herbal medicine that uses the medicinal properties found in the essential oils of various plants. The oils exert much of their therapeutic effect through their pharmacological properties and their small molecular size, making them one of the few therapeutic agents to easily penetrate body tissues.
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| How Aromatherapy Works |
The chemical make up of essential oils gives them a host of desirable pharmacological properties ranging from antibacterial, antiviral, and antisposmodic, to use as diuretics, vasodilators and vasoconstrictors. Essential oils act on the adrenals, ovaries, and the thyroid and can energize or pacify, detoxify, and facilitate the digestive process. The oils therapeutic properties also make them effective for treating infection, interacting with the various branches of the nervous system, modifying immune response, and harmonizing moods and emotions.
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| The Physiological Effects of Fragrance |
Aroma molecules that interact with the top of the nasal cavity give off signals that are modified by various biological processes before traveling to the limbic system, the emotional switchboard of the brain. There they create impressions associated with previous experiences and emotions. Because the limbic system is directly connected to those parts of the brain that control heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, memory, stress levels, and hormone balance, scientists have learned that oil fragrances may be one of the fastest ways to achieve physiological and psychological effects. Leading researchers in the field of aromatherapy have studied the effects on brain wave patterns when essential oils are inhaled. Their findings show that oils such as orange, jasmine, and rose have a tranquilizing effect and work by altering the brain waves into a rhythm that produces calmness and a sense of well-being. In the same way the so-called "stimulating" oils -- basil, black pepper, rosemary, and cardamom work by producing a heightened energy response. Inhaling the fragrance of certain essential oils can help clear sinuses or free congestion in the chest, as well as alter the neurochemistry of the brain to produce changes in mental and emotional behavior. Even aromas too subtle to be consciously detected can have significant effect on central nervous system activity, sometimes to the point of cutting in half the amount of time needed to perform a visual search task.
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| Purchasing Essential Oils |
While pure, natural essential oils may seem expensive, the smallest amounts will go far, and this makes them cost-effective. In contrast, the effectiveness of lower grade oils and oils that arte diluted, drastically diminished over time due to a loss of their essential properties. The best way to purchase essential oils is from a supplier who specializes in essential aromatherapy oils -- such as Hands On Aromatherapy!
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