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Aromatherapy BottlesThe Aromatherapy Reading Room - All About Using, Choosing, and the Chemistry of Essential Oils:
We're always happy to be adding to our online information about the science and art of aromatherapy. Here are a few selections from our library; details of individual essential oils are found on their homepages, from the list above. Also see our new blog, and our blog archive.

The Chemistry of Essential Oils - Pure oils are each made up many, sometimes hundreds of individual chemicals...Naturally! These chemical molecules are present in the pure, steam and CO2-distilled oil. Here we explain the importance of these chemicals, and why the finest of oils have a balance of these, which gives the greatest therapeutic effect and the best aroma.

Anti-Viral Essential Oils - Many oils have anti-viral properties; a recent study showed the oils support the immune system, not always by destroying the invader, but improving immune function on a cellular level. Oils like Ravensara, Melissa and Eucalyptus can have potent anti-viral properties. There are a great many Antibacterial essential oils aromatics as well. Other oils and individual aromatic constituents have been studied for anti-cancer effects as well, and this is an especially promising area of aroma-medicine.

Anti-Anxiety and Antidepressants in Aromatherapy - Laboratory studies have now presented evidence for the stress deducing effects of aromatherapy oils. Lavender has been shown time and again to lessen stress responses for laboratory animals. Other aromatics, particularly the citrus oils like Bergamot, Orange, Lemon and Lime instill a sense of well-being. Here's a review of the latest data regarding the anxiolytic action of aromatherapy.

Notes From Our Customers
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See a few of our most recent reviews:
(You can also see independent reviews on Reseller Ratings here).

"This is now my third purchase from Ananda Apothecary. I have been very very pleased with the level customer service you provide. With regards to your products, I would highly recommend this to friends and family. The quality and the prices are right. I wouldn't think of purchasing from anyone else. Thank you again to the staff of Ananda Apothecary."
~ K.S. Point Roberts, WA

"Ananda Apothecary has excellent therapeutic grade essential oils and blends. Shipment is very fast. These folks are great! Their products are great and I will continue ordering from them! Thank you, Ananda, for such a rare combination of excellent service AND excellent products."
~ M.L. Richmond VA

"Ananda Apothecary is a 'breath of fresh air.' This is my 3rd or 4th order and the integrity of the staff comes through each time. I am studying to obtain my certification in aromatherapy, and I will continue to use this company when ordering oils and supplies. Ananda Apothecary really takes healing of body, mind and spirit to a new level!!"
~ B.M Marietta, GA

"Their prices are good and their products are of high quality. I particularly like their Lavender Vera. Their customer service is very impressive...and it was clear that they just do not want to impress you into buying their products, they do care about the quality of their products. I bought about 12 different kinds of products from them, and I am very pleased...Will I buy again? Yes indeed."
~ G.O. London, U.K.


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What's New At The Ananda Apothecary
Lemongrass Oil Bottle

Lemongrass essential oil Rhodinol~Geraniol type. From an incredible distiller in India comes this wonderful lemongrass with a rosy aroma.

Lemongrass is a well-known anti-inflammatory, and this chemotype will go wonderfully in your recipes for aches and pains. It's an excellent choice for its uplifting aroma alone. Very highly recommended!

Organic Lavender Essential Oil Bottle Organic Bulgarian Lavender Essential Oil - To complement our collection of Lavender oils, we've included this fine certified organic oil from Bulgaria.

While not quite as bright in the high floral notes as the French oils, this is a fantastic, full-bodied, very therapeutic Lavender. Excellent for skin care and other topical applications, and very accessible at its moderate price.
Cape Chamomile Essential Oil Bottle

Cape Chamomile Essential Oil - This is an absolutely amazing oil, combining the actions of both German and Roman Chamomiles. Its blue color indicates the presence of anti-inflammatory constituents, which makes it an excellent ingredient in skin care formulas.

Its lovely floral and fruity aroma is lovely by itself, or in combination with other calming essential oils. Very highly recommended!

Wild Lavender Essential OilAbout Therapeutic Grade Oils from Ananda Apothecary: We carry our own select line of aromatherapy essential oils under the 'Ananda Aromatherapy' banner. It's important to us when you buy aromatherapy oils online, you are confident about your purchase. Our products are selected by aromatherapists from sources around the world to find you some of the finest oil available. We are not simply trying to find the least expensive aromatherapy oils, or the most rare connoisseur varieties, but the best value available in world-class grade select, wildcrafted and organic therapeutic grade oils. A few wonderful examples include our French Highland Lavender oil, a lavender with a great depth of aroma - there are essential 'notes' within this oil that are not detectable in other Lavenders we've sampled - if you like lavender, this is a real treat. Our dark aged Patchouli - we've had folks that have never liked patchouli before really appreciate this oil. It's deep, essential richness is new to many people. Many organic and wildcrafted varieties are included in the collection when these have been made available at a reasonable price. Some oils have not yet been available this way that meet all our selection criteria, though we continually seek out the highest grades and most ecologically sound production methods. We invite you to sample the high quality varieties we do carry, however! Read more about our exquisite selection process here...
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