Buy your essential oils online
Soin et Nature, your online organic pharmacy specializing in alternative medicine, offers you its new range oforganic essential oils. In our pharmacy, we exclusively offer chemotyped essential oils from pharmaceutical laboratories.
The essential oils we distribute are 100% pure, 100% natural and 100% complete or integral. HECT or HEBD essential oils: We only sell essential oils certified ORGANIC by ECOCERT, H.E.B.B.D. (Huiles Essentielles Botaniquement et Biochimiquement Définies) and H.E.C.T. (Huiles Essentielles ChémoTypées).
When applied to the skin, essential oils pass through the skin's pores into the blood capillaries, which guide them to the target organ, enabling them to act deep down in the body. After absorption, they are then eliminated by the emunctories (organs responsible for eliminating toxins) such as the lungs via sputum or mucus, the skin via sebum and perspiration, the kidneys via urine and the intestine via stools. It is therefore essential to use quality essential oils, 100% pure and natural, of controlled origin and chemotype, non-deterpenated, with EOBBD designation (which means that the Essential Oil is Botanically and Biochemically Defined), to store them in good conditions (hermetically sealed bottle protected from light) and to always use them diluted and in low doses. Most essential oils need to be diluted to 1/5 (high concentration, reserved for medical use), more often to 1/10 or even 1/20 or 1/100 (low concentration, common for use in cosmetology). Do not mix more than 3 E.O.s in the same preparation.
As a general rule, essential oils should not be used on pregnant or breast-feeding women, especially during the first three months of pregnancy when foetal tissue is forming, or on children due to their enzymatic immaturity. For production animals and pets,aromatherapy must be adapted, as some species lack certain metabolic enzyme systems.
Certain essential oils can be toxic and dangerous if the precautions for their use are not taken. For pregnant or breast-feeding women, and for children, we recommendhomeopathy, phytotherapy orhydrolatherapy (floral waters).
Despite certain preconceived ideas, it is not advisable to take essential oils orally as a matter of course. In fact, some essential oils can be toxic and dangerous to the liver, kidneys, digestive system and nervous system. If in doubt, opt for cutaneous application or the respiratory route (inhalation, olfaction, diffusion).
How to choose your essential oils in your pharmacy
A quality essential oil should be natural, ideally organically grown. In this way, you can be sure that your essential oil contains no pesticides or GMOs... Organic essential oils (at least 95% organic) are stamped AB, Cosmébio or Ecocert.
An essential oil that is " 100% pure, natural and total " is labelled " H.E.B.B.D." ( HECT and biochemical essential oil).(HECT and biochemically definedessential oil ). This is the guarantee of a product with no additives, real traceability and strict control. In addition to the plant's Latin name and botanical family, the bottle contains the chemotype - which defines the biochemically active molecule(s) in the majority - and the expiration date...
How to recognize a potentially dangerous essential oil?
There's one essential thing you need to know: an essential oil is a complex, concentrated, liquid aromatic plant extract obtained by steam distillation of aromatic plants or plant organs (flower, leaf, wood, root, bark, fruit, etc.). This is the distilled essence of the aromatic plant. As such, they concentrate active molecules whose biochemical families should be identified and used with care:
- Essential oils rich in phenols (phenic acids), aldehydes and terpenes, such as lemon litsea, thyme ct thymol, ylang-ylang, etc., are considered potentially dangerous oils, as they are dermocaustic, allergenic and irritating to mucous membranes and skin. They are potentially dangerous because in their pure state they can cause burns, irritation and even skin necrosis. That's why it's essential to always dilute them no more than 20% in a fatty substance (vegetable oil, vegetable butter, etc.). Note that oral phenols are hepatotoxic.
- Essential oils rich in coumarins, such as parsley, angelica, celery, bergamot, bitter orange, etc., are considered potentially dangerous, as they are generally photosensitizing essential oils for the skin, meaning they can cause increased skin sensitivity to solar radiation, particularly ultraviolet rays, resulting in a skin rash. This reaction to sunlight is thought to cause mutations in the epidermis, leading to skin cancer. That's why it's essential to apply a photosensitizing essential oil about 6 hours before exposure to the sun, preferably in the evening at bedtime. In the event of a burn caused by an essential oil, it is not advisable to put water on it; dilute it immediately with vegetable oil!
- Essential oils rich in lactones and ketones, such as peppermint, lavender aspic, rosemary ct verbenone, mugwort, etc., are considered potentially dangerous, as the wrong dosage can cause neurological toxicity. Some may also be abortive (risk of miscarriage), depending on the level of ketone they contain.
- Essential oils rich in sesquiterpenols, such as cypress, sage, niaouli, carrot, etc., are considered potentially dangerous, as they are estrogen-like, i.e. they stimulate the female hormones that act on the urogenital system, the mammary gland, the skeleton, the cardiovascular system, the brain, the digestive system, the skin and mucous membranes. However, they are contraindicated in cases of hormone-dependent cancers, mastoses, fibrosis, prostate cancer or a history of hormone-dependent cancers.
Aromatherapy may be a natural medicine, but it is far from being the "soft medicine" it is usually described as. According to aromatherapist Jean-Pierre Willem, "It's not alternative medicine. It's not possible to self-medicate". Just one teaspoon of cedar essential oil, for example, can be enough to cause death. It's best to avoid gambling with your health by mixing essential oils without knowing their molecular content and appropriate dosages.
You'll also find all our advice on our blog, with warnings on the use of certain essential oils, as well as essential oils for use in your baby's bedroom. Take advantage of our qualified naturopaths and our advice to choose the best treatment for your particular condition and personal situation. For more information, don't hesitate to ask for our advice on our secure form.
What essential oils can I order from our online pharmacy?
Soin-et-Nature offers a wide selection of essential oils to meet different health and well-being needs. Here are the main categories available:
- To guarantee optimal, certified quality, HECT and HEBBD chemotyped essential oils offer a rigorously controlled composition.
- For professionals and larger needs, large-volume essential oils are available for extended use.
- To fight acne naturally, specific essential oils help purify the skin and reduce imperfections.
- To combat cellulite, targeted essential oils promote drainage and tone the skin.
- To promote healing, repairing essential oils help regenerate the skin and soften marks.
- To improve respiratory comfort, natural solutions soothe the airways and facilitate breathing.
- To boost natural defenses, essential oils support the immune system in the face of external aggression.
- To relieve cramps and muscular pain, specific essential oils provide a relaxing and soothing effect.
- To repel insects naturally, essential oils offer effective solutions against bites and nuisances.
- To relieve headaches, adapted essential oils help calm tension and discomfort.
- To accompany a slimming program, essential oils promote detoxification and weight management.
- To combat colds and winter ailments, essential oils help decongest the respiratory tract.
- To care for tired or aching muscles, targeted essential oils provide relief and recovery.
- To promote restful sleep, natural solutions help restore relaxation and serenity before bedtime.
- To regulate excessive perspiration, specific essential oils help neutralize odors and refresh naturally.
- To eliminate warts, adapted essential oils offer a natural and effective solution.
- To combat stress and promote relaxation, soothing essential oils help restore calm and inner balance.
These essential oils, available on Soin-et-Nature, offer natural, targeted solutions to improve your daily well-being while respecting your body's equilibrium.
What aromatherapy products are available on the Soin-et-Nature website?
Soin-et-Nature offers a wide range of aromatherapy products to enjoy the benefits of plants and essential oils. Here are the categories available:
- To benefit from the therapeutic properties of plants, essential oils offer natural solutions to soothe, revitalize and balance the body.
- For an organic and certified approach, organic essential oils guarantee optimal quality and respect for the environment.
- To nourish, protect and care for the skin naturally, organic plant oils are ideal for face, body and hair care.
- To diffuse the benefits of essential oils in your environment, we offer a selection of diffusers to create a soothing, purifying atmosphere.
- For ready-to-use aromatic solutions, the Conseil complexes range offers specific blends to meet targeted needs.
- For a gentle, versatile approach, aromatic hydrolats and floral waters are ideal for skin care, health and well-being.
- To benefit from the expertise of a leading brand, the Pranarom range offers high-quality essential oils and specially adapted formulations.
- To discover the pioneering know-how of aromatherapy, Docteur Valnet products offer natural solutions for the whole family.
- To benefit from innovations in aromatherapy, the Arkopharma range combines effectiveness and expertise for targeted care.
- For information on choosing the right essential oils, theessential oils index guides you to solutions tailored to your specific needs.
These aromatherapy products, available on Soin-et-Nature, allow you to take advantage of the benefits of plants to improve your health, well-being and quality of life on a daily basis.