Essential Oils: Concentrated Aromatic Extracts from Plants
Essential oils are highly concentrated extracts obtained from various parts of plants, including flowers, leaves, bark, roots, and seeds. They capture the natural aroma and essence of the plant, making them widely used in aromatherapy, personal care, home fragrances, and wellness practices.
Extracted Through Specialized Methods
Essential oils are typically produced using methods such as:
Steam distillation – the most common method for leaves, flowers, and stems
Cold pressing – used mainly for citrus peels
Solvent or CO₂ extraction – used for delicate flowers and specialty oils
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