As a formulator, you may have come across the recommendation to avoid using absolutes in cosmetic formulations. Because absolutes are solvent-extracted materials, some older references suggest they are unsuitable for aromatherapy or topical use.
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Coniferous trees such as Pine, Fir, and Spruce have been widely studied for their dense profusion of cleansing, uplifting constituents and their positive effects on wellbeing. The Japanese practice of “forest bathing”— a mindful, sensory immersion in nature...
Sweet Orange Essential Oil: A Formulator’s Favorite
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