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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
From the Desk of Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt
In today's world, the media often presents a daunting picture. Yet, while we may not have control over the larger forces at play, we can control the fragrances and essential oils we surround ourselves with. Though essential oils cannot alter global...
Rosa damascena: Distillation time is June
Rosa damascena oil is cultivated in the famous Bulgarian Valley of the Roses, where Rose Otto has been produced for centuries. Half of the world's authentic Rose oil (1.5 - 2 tons) is produced in Bulgaria. Right now is the...
Everlasting - The Healer of Almost Everything
"Kurt Schnaubelt (left) sourcing Everlasting in the hillsides of Bosnia" As Helichrysum is generally gathered in June let’s take the occasion to ponder the intrinsic qualities of this oil. First of all it is interesting to realize that Helichrysum essential...