Aromatherapy Knowledge Answers and Questions 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A typical safe dilution of essential oil for adult body application is around what percentage?
- 2% (Correct answer)
- 25%
- 50%
- 0.01%
Correct answer: 2%
A 2% dilution is a common safe range for general adult skin application.
Question 2: Which essential oil is commonly used for its antiseptic properties on minor skin blemishes?
- Tea tree (Correct answer)
- Ylang-ylang
- Frankincense
- Clary sage
Correct answer: Tea tree
Tea tree oil is well known for its antimicrobial and antiseptic uses.
Question 3: What does a 'top note' refer to in perfume and blending terminology?
- The first, fastest-evaporating scent perceived (Correct answer)
- The heaviest, longest-lasting scent
- The carrier oil base
- The color of the oil
Correct answer: The first, fastest-evaporating scent perceived
Top notes are the light, volatile scents perceived first in a blend.
Question 4: Which of these is considered a 'base note' oil due to its slow evaporation?
- Patchouli (Correct answer)
- Lemon
- Peppermint
- Grapefruit
Correct answer: Patchouli
Patchouli is a heavy, slow-evaporating base note.
Question 5: Photosensitivity is a particular safety concern with which type of essential oil?
- Bergamot and other citrus oils (Correct answer)
- Lavender
- Chamomile
- Sandalwood
Correct answer: Bergamot and other citrus oils
Certain citrus oils like bergamot can cause phototoxic reactions in sunlight.
Question 6: Which method disperses essential oil into the air for inhalation?
- Diffusion (Correct answer)
- Maceration
- Decoction
- Filtration
Correct answer: Diffusion
Diffusion releases essential oil particles into the air for inhalation.
Question 7: Essential oils are best stored in what type of container?
- Dark glass bottles away from heat and light (Correct answer)
- Clear plastic bottles in sunlight
- Open ceramic dishes
- Metal cans near a stove
Correct answer: Dark glass bottles away from heat and light
Dark glass protects oils from light and heat degradation.
Aromatherapy Knowledge Answers and Questions 3
A typical safe dilution of essential oil for adult body application is around what percentage?