Aromatherapy Knowledge Answers and Questions 3

Question 1

A typical safe dilution of essential oil for adult body application is around what percentage?

Accepted Answer

2%

Answer

25%

Answer

50%

Answer

0.01%

Question 2

Which essential oil is commonly used for its antiseptic properties on minor skin blemishes?

Accepted Answer

Tea tree

Answer

Ylang-ylang

Answer

Frankincense

Answer

Clary sage

Question 3

What does a 'top note' refer to in perfume and blending terminology?

Accepted Answer

The first, fastest-evaporating scent perceived

Answer

The heaviest, longest-lasting scent

Answer

The carrier oil base

Answer

The color of the oil

Question 4

Which of these is considered a 'base note' oil due to its slow evaporation?

Accepted Answer

Patchouli

Answer

Lemon

Answer

Peppermint

Answer

Grapefruit

Question 5

Photosensitivity is a particular safety concern with which type of essential oil?

Accepted Answer

Bergamot and other citrus oils

Answer

Lavender

Answer

Chamomile

Answer

Sandalwood

Question 6

Which method disperses essential oil into the air for inhalation?

Accepted Answer

Diffusion

Answer

Maceration

Answer

Decoction

Answer

Filtration

Question 7

Essential oils are best stored in what type of container?

Accepted Answer

Dark glass bottles away from heat and light

Answer

Clear plastic bottles in sunlight

Answer

Open ceramic dishes

Answer

Metal cans near a stove