{"id":134545,"date":"2022-06-29T13:36:37","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T13:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/?p=134545"},"modified":"2022-06-29T14:30:50","modified_gmt":"2022-06-29T14:30:50","slug":"essential-oil-purity-testing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/en\/essential-oil-purity-testing\/","title":{"rendered":"Testing Essential Oil Purity \u2013 A Guide to Young Living\u2019s Seed to Seal\u00ae Standards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to Young Living\u2019s essential oils, few things are as important as quality and purity. As essential oils grow in popularity around the world, more and more people are keen to test the purity of their favourite essential oils from the comfort of their own homes. In this blog, we\u2019ll be taking you through tips on how to successfully test the purity of your essential oils, while explaining possible exceptions to the rule and explaining the history behind Young Living\u2019s Seed to Seal\u00ae quality standards. So, what are you waiting for?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-134578 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Seed to Seal logo\u00ae with lavender fields\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Why is it important for essential oils to be pure?<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to essential oil purity, not all oils are created equal. Some are compromised by the addition of synthetics, contaminants, or cheap fillers, while others are made using unethical production practices, all of which can contribute to an oil falling short in premium value, and safety. If you want to ensure that the products you are buying are formulated with quality ingredients, we suggest connecting with Brand Partners, joining events, or following social media to learn more about the company.<\/p>\n<h2>How does Young Living ensure that their essential oils are high-quality?<\/h2>\n<p>Young Living are committed to establishing and maintaining the ultimate, industry-leading standard in essential oil products and are proud to offer an extensive line of essential oils and essential oil-infused, plant-based products that represent the best of nature\u2014through the standards of the Seed to Seal\u00ae programme. Seed to Seal is a quality commitment that\u2019s made up of three distinct pillars \u2014 Sourcing, Science and Standards. While \u2018Sourcing\u2019 ensures that Young Living only uses products from carefully vetted corporate-owned farms, partner farms, and Seed to Seal-certified suppliers before testing them extensively, \u2018Science\u2019 guarantees that cutting-edge methods are used to develop new products and ensure high quality across the board. Finally, \u2018Standards\u2019 surrounds Young Living\u2019s determination to do business responsibly\u2014from sustainably sourcing plants, to uplifting local communities, and to complying with environmental and other laws.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-134546 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Sourcing, Science &amp; Standards pillars with woman working in field\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-2.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>How can you test the purity of your essential oils at home?<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering how to test essential oils for purity, there are few simpler ways than with a piece of paper at home. For your essential oil paper test, all you\u2019ll need is a sheet of paper and your favourite oils, although we do recommend covering your work surface with wax paper or tin foil to ensure that it\u2019s protected from any oil that may bleed through the paper. To test, add one drop of oil to the paper and allow it to dry completely, which will take anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes. If you find that the dried oil is surrounded by a leftover ring of oil or grease, it suggests that the oil has likely been diluted with another substance and is less pure. If the page is completely dry and not greasy to the touch, it is very likely that your oil is pure and of a high quality.<\/p>\n<h2>Are there any exceptions to the rule when it comes to testing essential oil purity?<\/h2>\n<p>When testing the quality of an essential oil, there are a few exceptions to the paper test. For example, Young Living\u2019s citrus oils are distilled using a cold-pressing technique, which leaves a small amount of wax dissolved in the oil during the process. As this cannot be removed without further chemically altering the oil, it is left to ensure maximum purity. Other oils such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/id\/34714\" class=\"broken_link\">Fennel<\/a> could fail the test based on naturally occurring fatty oils within the formula, while blends such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/id\/34681\" class=\"broken_link\">Valor\u00ae<\/a> may leave residue as they\u2019ve been diluted with a carrier oil. As these exceptions can be very complex, more than ever, it proves why choosing a reputable company with quality essential oils is vital from the very beginning.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been thinking about investing in essential oils and want to ensure that you purchase high-quality products, why not read up on our Seed to Seal standards <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/discover\/seed-to-seal\" class=\"broken_link\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-134562 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender, Fennel, and Valor\u00ae essential oils with sheet of paper and glass dropper\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/06\/Blog-Essential-Oil-Purity-blog-bodyimage-3.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Have you ever tried testing essential oil purity at home? <\/strong><strong>Write your comments below or contact us at <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:mseublog@youngliving.com\">mseublog@youngliving.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to Young Living\u2019s essential oils, few things are as important as quality and purity. 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