Essential oils

Essential Oils are powerful aromatic concentrates extracted from aromatic plants through distillation or mechanical expression. At Pranarōm, we offer a range of over 200 organic Essential Oils, chemotyped and laboratory-tested, to meet all your aromatherapy needs.

What is an Essential Oil?

An Essential Oil is a volatile, fragrant substance obtained from a plant. This natural concentrate contains active molecules with varied properties, giving it its potency and specific virtues. Each Essential Oil has a unique biochemical profile called a chemotype, which depends on the botanical species, the part of the plant used, the soil and the climate.

An Essential Oil should not be confused with a vegetable oil. The former is a highly concentrated aromatic extract, free of fatty substances, obtained by steam distillation or mechanical extraction. The latter is a fatty substance derived from oilseeds or oleaginous fruits, often used as a dilution base for the topical application of Essential Oils.

The benefits of Essential Oils in everyday life

Health and natural well-being

Essential Oils support many aspects of daily health. Their properties are as varied as the plants from which they are derived. Some support immune defences, while others promote respiratory comfort, digestion or joint and muscle comfort. Their anti-inflammatory action makes them valuable allies for many uses.

In cosmetic care, they fit seamlessly into targeted beauty routines for the skin: purification, radiance, soothing. Scientific aromatherapy thus helps to address specific needs by drawing on natural, plant-based ingredients.

Relaxation, sleep and emotional balance

True Lavender Essential Oil is renowned for its soothing virtues. Noble Chamomile promotes relaxation and letting go. Using these essences through diffusion or inhalation helps reduce stress and improve sleep quality.

Incorporated into your evening routine or a relaxing moment at home, Essential Oils transform daily life into a genuine well-being ritual.

How to use Essential Oils?

The different routes of use

Essential Oils can be used in several ways depending on the intended purpose:

• Through atmospheric diffusion, using an Essential Oil diffuser, to purify the air, create a relaxing ambiance or to diffuse a natural fragrance throughout your home.
• Through topical application, always diluted in a vegetable oil, for targeted massage.
• Through dry or wet inhalation, for respiratory comfort.
• Orally, on a neutral support (tablet, honey), only on the advice of a healthcare professional.

For even greater simplicity, explore our ready-to-use formulas such as Essential Oil pearls or our hydrosols, gentler and suited to sensitive skin.

Precautions for use and contraindications

Essential Oils are highly concentrated products that require strict safety rules. They are not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for children under 6 years of age. Some Essential Oils are photosensitising, particularly those derived from citrus fruits such as Lemon: avoid any sun exposure after application. Always follow the recommended dosages and seek advice from your pharmacy or a healthcare professional if in doubt.

Our must-have Essential Oils

With over 200 references, our selection covers a wide range of needs. Here are the Essential Oils most popular with our customers:

• Tea Tree Essential Oil: versatile, it is the go-to for skin care and air purification.
• True Lavender Essential Oil: soothing and relaxing, ideal for sleep and relaxation.
• Ravintsara Essential Oil: supports immunity and respiratory comfort.
• Peppermint Essential Oil: invigorating, prized for digestive comfort and instant freshness.
• Eucalyptus Radiata Essential Oil: a respiratory ally.
• Wintergreen Essential Oil: natural joint and muscle comfort.
• Everlasting (Helichrysum) Essential Oil: rare and precious, essential for skin care and circulatory comfort.

Every Pranarōm bottle contains a 100% pure, natural and integral Essential Oil.

Why choose Pranarōm Essential Oils?

The chemotype: a guarantee of efficacy and safety

Pranarōm is the pioneering brand in scientific aromatherapy with controlled chemotype (HECT). The chemotype identifies the predominant molecules present in each Essential Oil. Two oils from the same plant can have very different biochemical compositions depending on their geographical origin or growing conditions. Knowing the chemotype means ensuring you use the right product for the right purpose, a guarantee of efficacy and safety.

Organic, pure and integral Essential Oils

Our Essential Oils are sourced from plants grown using organic farming methods. Every batch is analysed and tested in the laboratory to guarantee its purity and quality. They are neither diluted, nor modified, nor deterpenated. Pranarōm is committed to respecting nature, from the selection of aromatic plants to the bottle you hold in your hands.

FAQ: everything you need to know about Essential Oils

How are Essential Oils made?

The most common process is steam distillation. Steam passes through the plant material to carry the volatile compounds, which then condense into two phases: the Essential Oil and the hydrosol. For citrus fruits (Lemon, Sweet Orange), mechanical extraction is used, recovering the essence contained in the zest without any solvent. The yield varies considerably from one plant to another, which explains the different types of packaging.

How to choose the right Essential Oil?

Choose an organic, chemotyped Essential Oil certified as pure. Check the botanical species (Latin name), the distilled part of the plant and the geographical origin. This information is indicated on every Pranarōm bottle. At the pharmacy or online, HECT certification and the organic label are the best indicators of a trustworthy Essential Oil.

How to store Essential Oils?

Store your bottles away from light and heat, in a dry place. When properly stored, Essential Oils retain their properties for several years. Always close the bottle after each use to preserve the potency of the essence.