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Characteristics of some less common essential oils

Characteristics of some less common essential oils

From the Desk of Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt Today I would like to discuss characteristics of some less common oils. The idea is to derive a bit of inspiration from these slightly strange yet highly effective oils.   Borneo Camphor (also known...

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Blog - An Exotic Rarity: Blue Lotus Wax & Absolute

Blog - An Exotic Rarity: Blue Lotus Wax & Absolute

From The Desk of Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt Today I have the great pleasure to announce that again a long-missed aromatic beauty is available after an extended absence. A few years ago our producer of Blue Lotus Absolute made the wax...

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Carrot Seed from France and Bosnia Herzegovina

Carrot Seed from France and Bosnia Herzegovina

From the desk of Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt From our recent update of precious oils I would like to introduce a specimen we were not able to procure for a few years: Wild Carrot Seed from the plateaux of Provence, specifically...

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Wild Lavender from Provence

Wild Lavender from Provence

Today I would like to draw the kind reader's attention to the arrival of a workhorse aromatic which is, despite it's common character, quite rare in it'sbioauthentic incarnation: Lavender sauvage EO Most of our customers appreciate the ultra gentle characteristics...

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Green Myrtle Hydrosol from Corsica

Green Myrtle Hydrosol from Corsica

From The Desk of Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt  For over 30 years Myrtle Hydrosol (also known as Green Myrtle Hydrosol) has proven to be a marvel in both French Style and empirical California Style Aromatherapy. It is unique as a gentle, non-invasive, non-irritant...

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Essential OIls, Bio Authenticity and Aromatic Culture

Essential OIls, Bio Authenticity and Aromatic Culture

From The Desk of Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt Essential OIls, Bio Authenticity and Aromatic Culture In our opinion knowing the producer is the best safeguard against adulteration. While we consider instrumental analysis as most useful, we do know that analysis alone...

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Essential Oil Adventures - On the Road with Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt

Essential Oil Adventures - On the Road with Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt

While we all enjoy our Fine Lavenders and utilize the stunning effects of Helichrysum every once in a while, it is exciting to explore the more exotic offerings the Asian flora has to offer. Following are some remarks about our...

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One of the most mythical oils in all of aromatherapy: Melissa

One of the most mythical oils in all of aromatherapy: Melissa

Having the privilege to work with Dr. Deininger for so many years, it is an honor to share the manifestation of his results in the form of our Modern Magic Blends, featuring Melissa essential oil. -Kurt This essential oil has...

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Sandalwood from Sri Lanka

Sandalwood from Sri Lanka

Today we can offer one of the oldest known perfume materials, having at least 4000 years of history and uninterrupted use: Sandalwood. It is believed that Sandalwood oil was known in Ceylon (todays Sri Lanka) over 1000 years ago, but...

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