Jeni Broughton Articles
Chemical components of essential oils
Essential oils have a complex composition. One single oil may contain hundreds of individual constituents from a variety of chemical families. Learn more about the main constituents and how they can guide your oil selection.
Guide to buying quality essential oils
Choosing quality essential oils is of prime importance for both aromatherapists and home users. Here are some of the key things that should be taken into consideration when buying your oils.
Essential oil of the month - Inula (Sweet)
Inula graveolens is a specialist essential oil that isn't widely available. Known as the 'queen of mucolytic oils', it is excellent for respiratory problems, especially chronic conditions that aren’t responding to other treatments.
Essential oil of the month - Kanuka
Kanuka (Kunzea ericoides) essential oil comes from the same plant family as Manuka and Tea Tree. It is a strong anti-inflammatory and also has valuable analgesic, antibacterial, anti-fungal and decongestant properties.
