The concept of aromatherapy has been around for thousands of years. It can be defined as “the therapeutic application or the medicinal use of aromatic substances (essential oils) for holistic healing.” According to the The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy. The idea is simple: certain essential oils carry healing effects, like various degrees of antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-fungal, insecticidal, and antioxidant properties. Said essential oils can be used topically or via inhalation (pending what you're trying to target), and can work a myriad of remedial wonders. So the question remains, where can one buy quality essential oils? who can be trusted? Below, find our favourite essential oil brands for all your aromatherapy needs.

Aesop

You know you can't resist. Take the holistic route with Aesops essential oil blends. Add a few drops to an oil burner and let Aesop invade your home, body, and spirit.

Venustus Australia

If you know, you know. The world of Venustus is a special place to be. All essential oil blends are 100% organic and made with love and intention. Pop into the paddington store and let Venustus founder Jeannie guide you in the right direction.

Maison Balzac

It's no secret that Maison Balzac knows its scents. In their essential oil offering, some of the brands most well known candles are available in their purest forms. Treat yourself to a glass oil burner while you're at it.

doTERRA

The doTERRA offering is as expansive as it gets. Single oils and oil blends are available in every scent imaginable, and are made of the highest quality in their purest form.

Bondi Wash

Local body and home care brand Bondi Wash has expanded their collection into the realm of essential oils, which includes unique blends of essential oils, sourced from only the finest quality botanicals designed around scents that evoke a sense of Australia.

Vitruvi

Canadian brand Vitruvi is masterful at its craft. With sophisticated packaging and essential oils that speak for themselves, their offering of blends which facilitate calm and serenity are best paired with their diffusers.

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