Have you ever wondered what essential oils are? 

The essential oils are natural chemical compounds that are found within many plants, roots, seeds, flowers and even bark. By extracting these concentrated compounds in the right way, you get the essential oils. There are many methods for the extraction of these beneficial compounds. Among them: steam distillation, maceration, hydrodistillation, CO2 extraction, and extraction using waxes and solvents,

The most common and frequently used method is the steam distillation method. This method consists of injecting steam directly into the container in which the raw material is located. This is to distill it and thus obtain the essential oil from the plant. 

What are essential oils for? 

When you open a bottle of 100% pure and unaltered essential oil , your senses are instantly filled with its powerful aroma. What your nose detects are the natural elements of the essential oil.

Each essential oil varies in its natural composition, so the scents and benefits are also unique and variable. For example, lavender oil includes elements that make it effective in soothing skin irritations and promoting a restful environment for sleeping or deep relaxation.



The benefits of essential oils depend totally on each one and their respective properties. All are antiseptic although some much more than others since their main function is to protect plants from external agents such as parasites, viruses and other diseases. 

Among the functions that essential oils have, we find the following:


  • Pain Relievers: Eucalyptus , Clove Flower , Idaho Mint, Siberian Pine .

  • Anti-wrinkle: Mexican Lemon and Tangerine .

  • Antibacterials: Allspice , Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Mexican Lemon , Idaho Mint, Grapefruit. 

  • Anti-cellulite: Linaloe Berry , Tangerine and Grapefruit . 

  • Antifungals: Cinnamon , Siberian Pine.

  • Anti-inflammatories: Cinnamon, Holy Copal , Eucalyptus, Lavender , Mexican Lemon, Linaloe Berry, Tangerine, Idaho Mint , Oregano, Grapefruit. 

  • Antioxidants: Allspice, Cinnamon, Clove Flower, Oregano .

  • Antivirals: Lemon.

  • Detoxification: Damiana , Tangerine, Oregano.

  • Eliminate headaches: Holy Copal, Clove Flower, Siberian Pine

  • Relaxers: Allspice, Damiana, Copal Santo, Clove flower, Lavender, Linaloe berry, Tangerine, Siberian Pine



Now that you know what are essential oils? and what are they for? 

You may wonder, how can I use essential oils? Nothing more and nothing less than to make the most of all its benefits. 


First of all, rest assured that you don't need to be an expert to enjoy the wide range of benefits that essential oils offer. All that is really required is a basic understanding of how to safely and easily apply essential oils as part of a daily routine. There are many ways to enjoy the benefits of essential oils , including:


  • Inhalation of essential oil vapor 

In this case, we must mix 8 to 10 drops of essential oils in a container or diffuser with warm water, in a bathtub. 


  • Topical application of essential oils

The essential oil should be applied at the time of massage in the affected area or in relaxation points.


  • Ingest essential oils

Not recommended. If you want to ingest essential oils, it will be essential to mix them with other foods such as honey, olive oil or jam. However, it is essential to consult with the doctor before starting the doses . 



Once you learn to use essential oils, you will be on your way to a much healthier and more vigorous lifestyle in your day-to-day life.