Terms Often Heard in EO World

Check back to this list from time to time as we'll be adding terms along the way . . . 

Whether you are new to Essential Oils or a seasoned user, we are constantly finding new terms that are being associated with them.  We would like to help make their definitions more user friendly.  Please leave us comments and help contribute to this list with either new terms or those that you have questions about:

SN ~ Spark Naturals        

EO(s) ~ Essential Oils

Volatile liquids distilled from plants using leaves, stems, bark, seeds and other parts for their chemical properties.  Used for healthcare purposes, the consumer should seek the highest quality pure oils that they can find.  Not all essential oils are created equal.  Often times companies dilute the pure oils with additives.  We recommend that you take an active roll in researching the oils that you use so that you can make the best possible choice for you and your family.  

CARRIER OIL ~ Used in the EO world to help dilute and "carry" them to the skin.  Most commonly used is Fractionated Coconut Oil (FCO) which has been spun to eliminate the fats and "meat" of the fruit.  Other recommended carrier oils include:

Grapeseed Oil (thinner) 

Almond Oil

Sunflower Oil

Emu Oil

Olive Oil (Thicker)

Naked Salve (Thicker)

To apply an EO diluted (recommended for "hot" oils and for all oil use on children) ~ apply a small amount of carrier oil in your palm and then add a couple of drops of your selected EO.  Blend together with your hands before applying to desired area.

NEAT ~  Applying EOs directly to the skin without the use of Carrier Oil

            (Not recommended with "hot" Oils or for used on Children)

HOT OILS ~ these are oils that have a high potency and can cause a burning sensation to your skin.  These oils should be blended with Naked Salve or a Carrier Oil.  When using Hot oils be sure to always use a small test area to check for allergic or adverse reaction to sensitive skin.

Examples included but not limited to this list are:

Cinnamon

Cassia

Oregano

Melaleuca

NAKED SALVE:  A blended combination of Beeswax, Coconut Oil and Olive Oil (does not have any EOs directly added to the batch).  Often used in a heavier application of EOs on bottom of feet and hands.  Add different EOs for different ailments.

DRIP vs DROP:  A drip of EO from their original bottle (with an orifice) is usually a little larger than a drop from an eye glass dropper.  

DIFFUSING: There are several ways to apply this aromatherapy technique but in the EO world an electric DIFFUSER is application most talked about.  An electric diffuser breaks up the blending of essential (or fragrant) oil and water into mist of micro-particles and disperses them into the air. There are many benefits from the aromatherapy of the oils, and the ionizing and humidifying effect of the water vapor.

ORIFICE REDUCER: a plastic top for EO bottles to facilitate a drip at a time of oil

COMMON SIZE of  EO BOTTLES:  

5 ml has approx 80 drops of oil

15 ml has approx 240 drops of oil

ROLLER BOTTLE:

Either a plastic or steel ball placed on top of 3 sizes of application bottles

5 ml (shorts or smalls)

10 ml (talls or larges)

Micros or Minis

Helpful when applying single or blended oils to the soles of feet, back of neck and for larger coverage on legs or abdomen. Be sure to hold roller bottle again skin vertically before tipping horizontally.  After application, continue to hold again skin and revert vertically for storage.

SPRAYER BOTTLES:

Common Sizes

1 oz - 2 oz for personal use

4 oz - 8 oz for household / office use

EYE GLASS DROPPERS:

 

 Recommended for thicker EOs such as Frankincense, Vetiver, Sandalwood, and Hylachrism.  Also recommended for a more consist use when blending EOs. 

MASSAGE: Generally referring to the act of applying EOs (singles, blends, &/or carrier oils) in a rubbing fashion to the skin.  This can be done in a soothing, relaxing method or a more stimulating action to "wake" up the skin cells.  Most often referred to when applying EO to the soles of feet or to the abdomen.

REFLEXOLOGY:  Refers to points on your feet, hands or ears that are connected to the nervous systems throughout the body

APPLICATIONS:

Topical Applying to the skin

Aromatic: Diffusing or Inhaling

Internal Use:  Approved by the FDA for internal consumption

Each Essential Oil is different and you should always follow the usage directions give on each bottle.

GEL CAPSULE vs VEGGIE CAPSULE:  Gelatin Capsules usually are more durable and hold up longer however both are used to take EOs for Internal Use (both orally & suppository)

BEESWAX PELLETS:

Used in Healing Salves ~ easily measured and melted

                                       

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