Tangerine Essential Oil
Tangerines are among the most widely cultivated citrus fruits worldwide—second in popularity only to the sweet orange. Tangerines are believed to have been developed in Morocco, receiving their name from the stylish seaport city of Tangier, where visiting Europeans and Americans first became enamored with this tasty fruit in the 1700s.
Sweetest of the citrus fruits, tangerines are a hybrid variety of mandarin, with a stronger flavor than sweet oranges. The small, juicy, fruits have a thin peel, which is where the essential oil resides. It takes six pounds of tangerine peels to produce one 15 mL bottle of essential oil, varying by season, region, year, and other variables.
Sourced in Brazil, Tangerine essential oil has a sweet, tangy, and uplifting aroma.
Preclinical research suggests Tangerine oil may aid a healthy digestion and metabolism when consumed because of its rich limonene content.*
Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and stem of the rosemary plant. Rosemary has frequently been used to flavor stuffing, pork, lamb, chicken, and turkey. Once considered sacred by ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Hebrews, it’s been revered for centuries because of its energizing earthy scent and impressive benefits.
Rosemary essential oil can create an invigorating ambiance.
Early research suggests Rosemary oil may help support a healthy digestive system when taken internally, though further studies are needed.*
Geranium Essential Oil
A member of the Pelargonium genus, the geranium plant is grown for its beauty and serves as a staple of the perfume industry. There are over 200 varieties of Pelargonium flowers, but only a few are used for essential oil.
Geranium oil use dates back to ancient Egypt, when Egyptians used it to beautify the skin and hair. In the Victorian era, fresh geranium leaves were placed at formal dining tables as decorative pieces and were consumed as a fresh sprig. The edible leaves and flowers are often used in desserts, cakes, jellies, and teas.
Geranium essential oil promotes the appearance of clear skin and healthy hair, making it ideal for hair- and skincare products. The aroma creates a calming, relaxing atmosphere.
Juniper Berry Essential Oil
Woody, fresh, and crisp, Juniper Berry essential oil has a calming and grounding aroma.
Juniper berries have been used for centuries in cleansing and purifying rituals, as well as meditation practices. Their use can be traced to Old Testament times.
Juniper Berry essential oil is high in α-Pinene, which might contribute antioxidant properties when used internally, according to preclinical research.*
Cilantro Essential Oil
The culinary uses and benefits of cilantro have been documented and enjoyed for centuries. The bright taste of Cilantro essential oil adds a flavorful twist to meats, salads, dips, and guacamoles. It also offers a fresh herbal aroma to any essential oil blend when diffused.
Cilantro is an annual herb with green, feathery leaves. It also produces pale pink or white flowers that blossom in clusters. The plant can grow up to 20 inches high. Cilantro is planted every two to three weeks starting in late spring. It’s harvested about a month after planting. Cilantro essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves.
Cilantro must be grown carefully. While it needs plenty of sunlight, too much heat will cause the plant to bolt. Bolting happens when the ground exceeds a certain temperature and the plant growth happens so rapidly that it is no longer harvestable and won’t produce the proper oil profile.