Understanding Essential Oils: Organic, Natural, Standardized, and Synthetic (Identical to nature)

At eOil.co.za, we exclusively offer 100% pure, natural, and organic essential oils.

 

It is crucial to understand the different types of essential oils available in the market and their various applications.

Natural/Organic Essential Oils - Our Specialty

 

Characteristics:

  • Extracted directly from plants with minimal processing
  • May vary slightly in aroma and composition due to natural factors
  • Contain the full spectrum of the plant's beneficial compounds
  • Often certified organic by bodies like ECOCERT, COSMOS, or USDA Organic

 

Market and Uses:

  • Popular in aromatherapy, wellness, and natural cosmetics industries
  • Used in natural cosmetics and skincare products
  • Growing demand in food and beverage sector for natural flavoring
  • Utilized in pharmaceutical and healthcare products as complementary therapies
  • Preferred for high-end perfumery

 

Why Choose Natural Essential Oils:

  • 100% pure, with no additives or synthetic compounds
  • Full therapeutic value with all natural beneficial properties
  • Sustainable sourcing practices supporting organic agriculture
  • Many oils are certified organic, meeting strict EU and international standards

Standardized Essential Oils (Not Offered by eOil.co.za)

 

Characteristics:

  • Start as natural but undergo additional processing
  • The additional processing may involve:
    • Blending oils from different sources 
    • Adding or removing specific compounds 
    • Rectification or folding to remove undesirable chemicals or concentrate desired ones 
    • Standardizing the levels of key chemical markers 
  • The goal is to create oils with consistent chemical profiles and aromas from batch to batch 
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  • Standardized oils may contain:
    • Only natural components from the original oil or other plant sources 
    • Natural isolates extracted from other plant sources 
    • In some cases, synthetic components may be added 
  • Consistent aroma and chemical profile across batches
  • May involve blending oils or adding/removing specific compounds

 

Market and Uses:

  • Favored by large-scale cosmetic and perfume manufacturers
  • Used in mass-market personal care products
  • Popular in food and beverage industry for consistent flavoring

Synthetic Fragrances / Identical to Nature (Not Part of Our Product Line)

 

Characteristics:

  • Created in laboratories using synthetic compounds
  • Consistent aroma, often stronger and longer lasting than natural oils
  • Do not contain the therapeutic properties of natural essential oils

 

Market and Uses:

  • Dominates the mass-market fragrance industry
  • Widely used in household products and air fresheners
  • Popular in low-cost personal care and cosmetic products
  • Industrial applications (e.g., solvents, cleaning products)