Scented Oils - Choosing Essential Oils or Fragrance Oils

Essential oils, scented oils, fragrance oils – finding the right type of oil and the right scents can be such a confusing challenge. With a little bit of research, though, you'll be able to find your way through the myriad of oils that are available and find the types of aromas that work best for your needs.

Choosing the Perfect Essential Oils

Let's begin with a bit of information that will allow all of us to start on the same page, so-to-speak. Essential oils are concentrated aromatic liquids that are taken directly from different types of plants. Because they have different, specific plant aromas, they are called essential. Some of these oils can be used in a diluted form on the body and some can even be used within the body for health and well-being. Fragrance oils and scented oils are synthetic oils that blend natural and artificial fragrances. They are used for scenting candles, potpourri and perfumes, as well as many other items, but never are they used on or in the body. Deciding between these types of oils is the first step. The second is researching what they do.

One of the most popular essential oils is lavender, which has many therapeutic properties, such as being an antiseptic and insect repellent. The aromatherapy value of lavender rests in its ability to provide relaxation and a feeling of general well-being. Another popular oil is Chamomile, its apple-like scent calms frazzled nerves and is also effective in relieving the symptoms of PMS and muscle aches. Eucalyptus, as most know, is very popular for cough medications, but it also provides relief from mental fatigue and improves alertness. Peppermint also has many uses that are related to its aroma and medicinal capabilities. It can be used for the relief of muscle spasms and memory enhancement as well as for relief from some stomach ailments.

Choosing the Perfect fragrance Oils

Most of the time, choosing the perfect scented oil will be based on your needs. Whether it's for some type of aromatherapy, medical problem or you just want to enjoy a wonderful aroma; there are aromatic oils that will fill any requirement. These oils can also be used to make wonderful gifts such as potpourri, soaps and perfumes. As you consider the uses of these oils, it is also important to decide which oils you can safely combine to create unique scents that will leave a lasting impression on the person receiving the gift.

If you are interested in fragrance and scented oils purely for the joy of their aroma, you'll be glad to know that there are many ways to deliver the scents throughout your home or office. If space is limited or burning candles is not possible, reed diffusers, ceramic light rings and potpourri can be used to release the aromas into the air and freshen up any space. For other places where you might have a bit more space or candles are allowable, soy candles, heated oil diffusers and forced air diffusers are a perfect way to distribute therapeutic scents. You can even find dashboard oil diffusers for your vehicle.

Selecting the right essential or scented oils requires a small amount of research, but the results can be so pleasing. Once you’ve begun selecting oils for their aromatic or therapeutic purposes, though, you may find that it’s an intoxicating habit.