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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...
St. Johnswort - From the desk of Kurt Schnaubelt, PhD
Dear Friends, Recently we received a dream of an essential oil: A pristinely crisp distillate harvested from the St Johnswort population show in the image below. While St Johnswort has impressive therapeutic qualities I feel an oil of this pedigree...
Peppermint: Underestimated Healing
Peppermint as we generally encounter it is a sterile hybrid between Watermint and Spearmint. It was recognized as such in 1696 in Mitcham, England and since then its cultivation has spread through Europe, the USA and beyond. Exquisite Therapeutic Properties...
Neroli - Soothing Today's Worries and Anxieties
There is a tree with flowers of irresistible allure. Their fragrance is unique and soothes today's worries and anxieties. The Bitter Orange tree also has a most storied history in the cultures surrounding the Mediterranean. It has for centuries been...
Rulers of the Spice World There were glorious aromas wafting all through the office when the spice oils from Sri Lanka arrived two days ago. Cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove and Patchouli are fabulous representations of the beauty of Sri Lanka. The...
True Lavender from the Plateau de Sault
Demeter Certified High Altitude Lavender Lavender is a centerpiece of aromatherapy, a panacea for everyone seeking calm and serenity. This particular Lavender grows on the Plateau de Sault. Distillation at higher altitudes proceeds at somewhat lower temperatures than distillation at sea...