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The Willner Window Product Reference Catalog, Summer, 2013
since 1911
• Willner Chemists •
the nutritional supplement professionals
properties of essential oils. Usually the oils
are used un-diluted for this purpose. Other
methods utilized to experience the properties
of essential oils include room sprays, saunas,
inhalations, compresses, perfumery, and
many more.
General Cautions and Safety
Essentials oils are highly concentrated aro-
matic oils and should be treated with cau-
tion. There are many dilution references for
essential oils available and special cautions
are outlined for babies, pregnancy and peo-
ple with high blood pressure. Essential oils
are not for internal use and should be kept
out of reach of children. Citrus oils are pho-
tosensitive in high concentrations (they react
to light) and should not be used on the skin
right before going out in the sun for long
periods of time. Essential oils should be dilut-
ed in a carrier oil before using topically. Also,
particularly if you have sensitive skin, do a
small patch test before using new oils. Apply
the diluted oil to a small patch of skin and
wait to make sure no irritation occurs.
The Essential Oils
Cedarwood, Himalayan
(Cedrus deodara)
Steam distilled from the roots and stumps
of cedar wood trees that remain after timber
harvests. Removal of the stumps and roots
facilitates the planting of a new tree, thereby
promoting sustainability. The native people in
northern India have done this practice for
generations. Cedarwood has calming, cleans-
ing and harmonizing properties and a woody,
soft and sweet aroma. Blends well with
lavender, patchouli, and rosemary and adds a
nice middle or base note to blends.
Cinnamon Leaf
(Cinnamomum zeylancium)
The cinnamon tree is an evergreen plant
that is widely cultivated in Sri Lanka, India,
and several other parts of the world. It is sus-
tainably farmed and is steam distilled from
the leaf. It has strengthening, focusing and
revitalizing properties and a spicy, warm and
clove like aroma. Cinnamon is a powerful oil
that should be well diluted for topical uses. It
is a strong base note in blends, and blends
well with clove, orange, and patchouli.
Clove Bud
(Eugenia caryophyllata)
Clove Bud oil is derived from the buds of a
cultivated evergreen tree. The flower buds
are removed from the tree, dried and steam
distilled. Generally, small farmers do the dis-
tillation and then sell the oil to collection
centers. This well established system has pro-
vided a respectable living to a large number
of small farmers in Indonesia. It has comfort-
ing, warming and stimulating properties and
a spicy sweet aroma. Clove is a powerful oil
that should be well diluted for topical uses.
Blends well with sweet orange, cedarwood
and peppermint and is a grounding base
note in blends.
Eucalyptus
(Eucalyptus globulus)
Eucalyptus oil is derived from the name-
sake tree that is a tall, evergreen that grows
to over 250 feet tall. Farmers collect the
leaves that the tree sheds, and they are
steam distilled. This well established system
has provided a respectable living to a large
number of small farmers in China. It has
cooling, refreshing and purifying properties
and camphor like, woody aroma. This top
note oil blends well with lavender, lemon,
and cedarwood.
Grapefruit, Pink
(Citrus paradisi)
The grapefruit tree is large, with glossy
leaves, white flowers, and large pale yellow
fruit with pink flesh. It grows to about 30 feet
tall. The fruit is harvested for its juice and the
peel is cold pressed for the essential oil,
thereby minimizing waste. We sourced
Florida grown pink grapefruit oil for its sweet-
er aroma compared with yellow grapefruit. It
has uplifting, cleansing and refreshing prop-
erties and a fresh sweet citrus aroma. This
top note oil blends well with lavender, cedar-
wood and ylang ylang.
Lavender, French
(Lavendula angustifolia)
A native Mediterranean shrub, lavender is
the most popular oil in aromatherapy for its
wide array of properties, lack of toxicity and
balanced aroma. It is steam distilled from the
flowering tops. This French lavender is stan-
dardized to have a minimum ester content
(linalyl acetate) of at least 40% to ensure a
consistent floral scent. Among many thera-
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We want to supply our customers with all
the information available regarding these
essential oils. All of our labels list the
latin/botanical name of the plant, extraction
method, plant part used for extraction, coun-
try of origin and cultivation method.
Extraction Methods
Extraction methods of essential oils can be
a good indication of quality. We choose
essential oils that are steam distilled and cold
pressed to ensure purity and avoid any
unnecessary processing chemicals.
Steam Distillation
During the process, the plant material is
heated with water which produces a steam
that contains the volatile oils from the plant.
The steam is then cooled, which condenses
the oil, and it is separated from the water
and collected.
Cold Pressing
For citrus essential oils, the peel of the fruit
is separated from the fruit, and the fruit is
processed for juice. The peel is cold pressed,
meaning no heat is used to ensure that the
properties, including scent, are preserved
during processing.
Applications
Massage is one of the most common appli-
cations of essential oils. The essential oils are
added at 1-3% into a carrier oil such as jojo-
ba, sweet almond, or olive oil. Essential oils
diluted into carrier oils or lotions and can be
used as a daily part of your routine. Adding
essential oils to baths are another excellent
way to enjoy their benefits, however all of
the oils should be diluted into a carrier oil
(with the exception of lavender) before
adding to the bath. Burners and diffusers are
also a great way to enjoy the therapeutic
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