What grade are NOW essential oils?
There is no official grading system that grades essential oils as A, B, C or Therapeutic grade. All NOW pure essential oils are accurately labeled as such and are the highest purity and quality available. PURE/UNDILUTED: Our essential oils are highly concentrated and pure and free of synthetic ingredients, delivering the very best benefit of the source of the plants, fruits, seeds, flowers, bark, stems, roots or leaves from which they come.
Who owns NOW essential oils?
Still owned by the Richard family today, NOW manufactures 1,500 natural products including dietary supplements, sports nutrition products, essential oils, personal care and beauty products, organic foods and sweeteners, and pet supplements. Today NOW is still owned by the Richard family and has grown to become one of the natural product industry’s most recognizable brands, providing one of the most extensive lines of natural products available.As a family- and employee-owned company, NOW produces high-quality natural products at prices that everyone loves. We are respected leaders in the natural products industry (since 1968), with a mission to provide value in products and services that empower people to lead healthier lives.Founded by Elwood Richard in 1968, NOW has grown from a small, family operation, to a highly respected manufacturer of natural health products. Today, NOW manufactures and distributes over 1,500 dietary supplements, natural foods, sports nutrition, and personal care products.
What essential oils have the longest life?
The longest-lasting oils, which improve as they age, tend to be the thick resins such as frankincense and myrrh, woods such as sandlewood, roots like vetiver, as well as other oils, including spikenard and patchouli. Essential oils need to be stored away from heat and light to preserve their freshness and potency. Most essential oils last 1 to 6 years, depending on their chemical composition, storage conditions, and exposure to air and light. Understanding shelf life helps you get maximum value from your investment and ensure safe, effective aromatherapy.