Buying essential oils is a minefield.
Quality and purity varies hugely. Adulteration is rampant, and it's becoming increasingly sophisticated.
With no regulation in the industry, sellers can write what they like on the label, regardless of what's in the bottle.
And they do….
“100% pure” “therapeutic grade”
An independent study by the Aromatic Plant Research Centre blind tested essential oils from 50 of the top essential oil companies. dōTERRA was one of only THREE companies whose oils tested pure.
In reality, as much as 98% of essential oils are adulterated.
At best, these oils won't give you the results you are looking for.
At worst, they can be toxic and damage your health ☠
So how can you ensure you are buying the highest quality and purest essential oils?
Essential oils that are safe to use and are what they say they are?
Why I only recommend dōTERRA
(and have done for 10 years)
5 important questions to ask when buying Essential Oil
The highest quality oil comes from the strongest, happiest plants - growing where they natively grow and thrive - where the climate, soil conditions, temperature, humidity and altitude are perfect for that plant, harvested at the exact moment when its chemistry peaks.
It matters where plants are grown and when they are harvested.
Farming practices and harvesting practices also affect the quality of the oil.
(This will tell you about quality)
1) Where and how are the plants grown?
Every single batch of dōTERRA oil (not random samples) is tested, in multiple different ways, to ensure it is free of adulterants - like heavy metals, mould, synthetics, dilutants, and fillers.
Every batch is tested in-house, AND by an independent laboratory.
dōTERRA is relentless in it's pursuit of purity. Adulteration methods evolve, and we continue expanding and refining our processes of rooting out even the slightest traces of adulteration. Each test is another layer of security, eliminating doubt.
The goal isn’t just to confirm purity. It’s to earn your trust through transparency, consistency, and continuous innovation.
dōTERRA tests more than anyone else in the industry. Our uncompromising standards have enabled research that’s reshaping how the world views essential oils. dōTERRA products are studied and used in hospitals, labs, and clinics across the globe because of this standard.
2) Where and how are the oils tested?
(This will tell you about purity)
While most companies keep their processes behind closed doors, dōTERRA invites you to take a closer look. Because when you know the story, you understand the standard.
To discover how your essential oil was CPTG tested, visit sourcetoyou.com to:
Trace your essential oil back to its country of origin.
View independent GC/MS test results for your specific batch.
Learn about the growers and communities behind the bottle.
Complete transparency. And traceability.
3) Can I see the test results?
(This will tell you about transparency and traceability)
The vast majority of essential oils are sourced through brokers, leaving many farmers at the mercy of a fluctuating market. Often paid unsustainably low prices for their harvest.
dōTERRA works differently:
- Partnering directly with farmers
- Almost 100% of doTERRA's farmers work exclusively for doTERRA (many small scale, often family run farms)
- Paying sustainable, fair prices and investing into the community
For many examples of doTERRA's sourcing, search: “doTERRA Co-Impact Sourcing” on YouTube or click the link below
4) Are they sourced from a broker, or direct from a farmer?
(This will tell you about fair trade)
The essential oil industry has experienced huge growth. As more and more people are coming to understand the healing properties of essential oils, it is essential that plants are grown and harvested sustainably.
One example is Sandalwood, which became endangered due to over-harvesting in the 1900s. dōTERRA has launched the largest reforestation effort ever, planting 300,000 trees so far (1 million planned) - trees that will not be ready to harvest in our lifetime - they are for future generations.
Similarly - Frankincense is one of the essential oils most at risk for environmentally and ethically destructive harvesting practices. In Ethiopia, Oman, and Somaliland, dōTERRA has worked with farmers to develop best practices to support the health and longevity of the trees, in turn providing sustainability of the frankincense market.
5) Are they ethically harvested?
(This will tell you about sustainability)
Its important to know.....
there are no authorised re-sellers of dōTERRA Essential Oil.
The only way to guarantee you are buying GENUINE dōTERRA essential oil, is to have your own dōTERRA account, so you can buy directly from dōTERRA's warehouse in your country.
This also ensures that the oil has been stored correctly to protect from heat and light, to preserve its natural potency.
When you use the link of a dōTERRA Wellness Advocate (like me) you get a wealth of consultations, guidance, support, resources and inspiration.
Click below to set up your account 👇🏼
