Aromatherapy

Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts — made from the flowers, leaves, roots and bark of botanicals — and are one of the most widely used tools in everyday home wellness. Whether you're diffusing lavender before bed, adding a few drops to a bath, or using a roll-on blend for on-the-go calm, aromatherapy offers a sensory dimension to a wellness routine that supplements alone can't replicate.

This collection covers pure essential oils, pre-blended aromatherapy oils, diffusers and associated accessories from brands chosen for ingredient transparency and quality of sourcing.

Pure Essential Oils vs Blended Aromatherapy Oils

Pure essential oils contain a single botanical — 100% lavender, 100% peppermint, 100% eucalyptus. They give you full control over how you use and combine them, and are the preferred choice for those who want to tailor their aromatherapy practice.

Pre-blended aromatherapy oils combine several oils into a ready-made formula designed for a specific purpose — a sleep blend might combine lavender, chamomile and frankincense; a focus blend might pair rosemary and peppermint. These are a more convenient starting point for beginners or those who prefer a curated option.

One important distinction: pure essential oils are not the same as fragrance oils. Fragrance oils are synthetic scent compounds designed to mimic a smell. For aromatherapy purposes, always look for products that clearly state "100% pure essential oil" rather than "fragrance oil" or "perfume oil."

A Quick Note on Safe Use

Essential oils are highly concentrated and should not be applied directly to skin without diluting in a carrier oil (such as sweet almond, jojoba or coconut oil) first. For diffusion, three to five drops in a water-based diffuser is a typical starting point. The FAQs below cover safe usage, dilution and choosing by purpose in more detail.