Thursday, February 14, 2008

Fragrance Oil

Fragrance Oil

Fragrance oils are concentrated scents used for perfumes and other scented products Although they are found in many bath and body products never apply scented oils directly to the skin unless the oil has been dilutedFragrance oils are blended synthetic aroma compounds or natural essential oils diluted with another type of oil or alcohol Fragrance oils are also referred to as aroma oils Essential oils by contrast are extracted from natural plant sources so they are not synthetic Aroma oils are combined with essential oils and other ingredients including alcohol and water to create perfumes and home scents The uses for fragrance oils include perfume candle soap making home scents and aromatherapy specifically

Wax and gel candles
Incense
Soap
Cosmetic perfume and hair care products
Lotions and bath products
Massage oils
Oils can be added to a bowl of warm water simmer pot candle burner or lamp ring for room freshening Additionally aroma oils give new life to a candle or potpourri by adding a couple of drops to refresh the scent Aromatherapy employs plant oils for the benefit of emotional and physical healing through the sense of smell Applications include candles incense and massage oils While fragrance oils are largely marketed for aromatherapy usage there is some disagreement about whether or not a synthetic product provides the health benefits that a natural product essential oils provides If you are seeking scented oils for aromatherapy purposes carefully research the ingredients There are a number of web sites that sell fragrance oils for consumer use as well as products that incorporate scented oils Always test fragrance oils before you use them Fragrances vary depending on supplier and may include more synthetic ingredients than others They can include up to 80% essential or natural oils but for the most part aroma oils are artificial Since scented oils cannot be patented they are covered only by trade secret laws meaning the formula and ingredients do not have to be listed There are few regulations in the scented oil industry but there are banned chemicals and organizations maintaining the safety guidelines of materials For example The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials RIFM evaluates fragrance materials and publishes findings in a scientific journal The International Fragrance Association IFRA represents international fragrance manufacturers by publishing guidelines and evaluating the industry

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