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How are Essential Oils produced?

Published on: 07/09/ 2009 \| By: Alex Quek \| Rating: Unrated \| Total Views: 845
About The Author: Mr Alexander Quek Poh Liak, graduated in 1986 from Kolej Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur with a Diploma in Science (with Distinction in Chemistry and Mathematics) and a Bachelor of Science Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Campbell University, North Carolina, USA. He has more than 20 years experience in the Chemical Industry, especially in Personal Care and Household Care industries. Website URL: http://www.alexquek.com
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Essential oils that have been extracted via the process of distillation or expression are the highest grade and purest and are most commonly used for the purposes of aromatherapy. Oils obtained by solvent extraction are primarily used by the perfume, herbal medicine, skincare and food industries. Some plant materials, especially flowers, are subject to deterioration and so they should be processed as soon as possible after harvesting. Others including seeds and roots are either stored or transported for extraction, often to Europe or America. The method of extraction which is employed depends on the quality of the material which is being used, and the type of aromatic product that is required. Steam distillation is by far the most widely used and most economical method.

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