Online Aromatherapy Answers and Questions Flashcards

Which extraction method is most commonly used to produce essential oils from citrus peels?

Answer: Cold pressing (expression)

Citrus oils are typically obtained by cold pressing the rind because heat can degrade their delicate aromatic compounds.

A client wants an oil to help ease occasional nausea. Which is the most traditional choice?

Answer: Peppermint

Peppermint is widely used in aromatherapy to help settle an upset stomach and reduce feelings of nausea.

What does the term 'note' refer to in perfumery and blending?

Answer: The rate at which an aroma evaporates

Notes (top, middle, base) describe how quickly an aroma evaporates and reveals itself in a blend.

Which carrier oil is known for being lightweight and closely resembling the skin's natural sebum?

Answer: Jojoba oil

Jojoba is technically a liquid wax whose structure is similar to human sebum, making it absorb well.

Why should essential oils generally be stored in dark glass bottles?

Answer: To protect them from light-induced oxidation

Dark glass shields oils from UV light, which can oxidize and degrade their chemical constituents.

What is a hydrosol (floral water)?

Answer: The aromatic water byproduct of steam distillation

Hydrosols are the condensed, water-soluble portion produced alongside essential oil during distillation.

Which oil is most often associated with promoting relaxation and restful sleep?

Answer: Lavender

Lavender is the classic aromatherapy oil for calming the mind and encouraging sleep.