66: What is an Essential Oil Chemotype?
In today's episode, Liz shares about the fascinating world of essential oil chemotypes!
What You Will Hear in Episode 66:
- Definition of essential oil chemotype
- Examples of plants with different chemotypes
- Importance of understanding chemotypes for blending and therapeutic applications
- Factors that influence chemotypes
- GC/MS testing and chemotypes
- Safety and efficacy considerations when choosing essential oils with specific chemotypes
- Aroma differences between chemotypes
- Smell My Life: Liz's new dresser and Spike Lavender
Liz and James at the 2023 Celtic Classic Festival in Bethlehem, PA
Links and Resources:
- Episode #33: Understanding GC/MS Essential Oil Testing
- Essential Oil Taxonomy and Nomenclature Part 1
- Essential Oil Taxonomy and Nomenclature Part 2
- All Aromatic Wisdom Podcast Episodes about CHEMISTRY
References:
Composition of Essential Oils and Other Materials
Plant Morphology
📬 Subscribe for more Aromatic Wisdom from Liz!
This podcast may contain affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using them. The commission is paid by the retailer at no extra cost to you, and it helps support the show.
For a full, printable transcript of this episode, go to Patreon.com/AromaticWisdom.
Below is a sample screenshot of page 1 of 7.
You can highlight, make notes in the margin, and add to a resource binder or study materials.
Listen On
