Escentia
Escentia is a local company started by Roy Aiken during 1994 when he saw that there was a need for to make quality aromatherapy products accessible, with affordable prices. They are major suppliers to the beauty industry in South Africa and support the local economy by sourcing from South African Farmers where possible – 35 of their 112 oils come from local farmers.
Their mission statement is “Empowerment of all therapists for true healing” and their wide range of aromatherapy products, including rare and exotic oils, bring you the empowerment to delve into the fragrant healing world of aromatherapy, along with their specialized knowledge of chemistry to back it up.
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Escentia Sage Essential Oil 10ml
N$102.00Sage Essential Oil
Sage essential oil, also known as Common Sage, is used externally for inflammations and infections of the mucous membranes of throat and mouth. The herb has been used centuries in folk medicine as a ‘cure-all’ medication against bronchitis, fever, rheumatism, perspiration and nervous diseases.
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antimicrobial
- Anti-oxidant
- Antiseptic
- Aphrodisiac
- Astringent
- Diuretic
- Insecticidal
- Tonic
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Unless you are a trained Aromatherapist, for all practical purposes you will be better served using Clary Sage.
- Arthritis and rheumatism
- Bacterial infections
- Sprains
- Wounds
- Catarrh
- Bronchitis
Further information:
Warnings:
- For almost all therapeutic work it is better to use Clary Sage.
- Avoid in epilepsy, diabetes and high blood pressure.
- Must not be used during pregnancy.
- Use with care!
Safe for Pets?:
No
Ingredients:
100% pure Sage essential oil (Salvia officinalis).
About Essential Oils:
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia Sage Essential Oil 20ml
N$188.00Sage – Pure Essential Oil
Sage essential oil, also known as Common Sage, is used externally for inflammations and infections of the mucous membranes of throat and mouth. The herb has been used centuries in folk medicine as a ‘cure-all’ medication against bronchitis, fever, rheumatism, perspiration and nervous diseases.
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antimicrobial
- Anti-oxidant
- Antiseptic
- Aphrodisiac
- Astringent
- Diuretic
- Insecticidal
- Tonic
Unless you are a trained Aromatherapist, for all practical purposes you will be better served using Clary Sage.
- Arthritis and rheumatism
- Bacterial infections
- Bronchitis
- Catarrh
- Sprains
- Wounds
Further information:
Safe for pets? No!
Ingredients: 100% pure Sage essential oil (Salvia officinalis).
Warnings:
- For almost all therapeutic work it is better to use Clary Sage.
- Avoid in epilepsy, diabetes and high blood pressure.
- Must not be used during pregnancy.
- Use with care!
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia Sandalwood Essential Oil 10ml
N$154.00Sandalwood Essential Oil
Escentia Sandalwood essential oil (Amyris balsamifera), also known as West Indian Sandalwood, is a cheaper alternative to other Sandalwoods (i.e. Santalum album). Even so, this oil is fantastic! Its popular and enduring woody/musty aroma makes it one of the most highly recommended oils in for use in aromatherapy.
- Wonderful for dry, mature skin
- Recommended for stress relief
- Lifts the mood and enhances feeling of well-being
- Strengthens resolve and imparts courage
- Soothing and calming
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- Place in an oil warmer to scent a whole room
- Add to unscented bath salts, soaps, creams or moisturiser
- Add a drop or two to unscented candles
- Add to a carrier oil to make massage or bath and body oils
Further information:
Warnings:
In rare cases this oil may irritate sensitive skin – spot test first.
Ingredients:
100% pure Sandalwood essential oil (Amyris balsamifera).
Safe for pets?:
Certain oils can be very toxic to cats. Please consult your vet if you are not sure about applying any essential oil to your pet.
About Essential oils:
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia Sandalwood Essential Oil 20ml
N$283.00Sandalwood Essential Oil
Escentia Sandalwood essential oil (Amyris balsamifera), also known as West Indian Sandalwood, is a cheaper alternative to other Sandalwoods (i.e. Santalum album). Even so, this oil is fantastic! Its popular and enduring woody/musty aroma makes it one of the most highly recommended oils in for use in aromatherapy.
- Wonderful for dry, mature skin
- Recommended for stress relief
- Lifts the mood and enhances feeling of well-being
- Strengthens resolve and imparts courage
- Soothing and calming
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- Place in an oil warmer to scent a whole room
- Add to unscented bath salts, soaps, creams or moisturiser
- Add a drop or two to unscented candles
- Add to a carrier oil to make massage or bath and body oils
Further information:
Warnings:
In rare cases this oil may irritate sensitive skin – spot test first.
Ingredients:
100% pure Sandalwood essential oil (Amyris balsamifera).
Safe for pets?:
Certain oils can be very toxic to cats. Please consult your vet if you are not sure about applying any essential oil to your pet.
About Essential oils:
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia Sesame Seed Carrier Oil 100ml
N$79.35Sesame Seed Carrier Oil
Sesame oil can be used for sunscreens as it is able to block up to 30% UV radiation. Very similar to avocado oil, it’s a rich emollient that is high in unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants. Its antioxidant properties increase its own shelf life and can be used to prevent homemade lotions and creams from spoiling.
- Rich emollient that is high in unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants
- Slows down the aging of skin
- Natural moisturiser
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- Because of its strong aroma, you might prefer to use sesame oil as part of a blend, mixing with other carrier oils like Almond oil or Castor oil
- Can be used in DIY sunscreens, skin cleansers, moisturisers and massage oils
Further information:
Warnings:
Allergy alert! Sesame oil is a serious allergen to some people including infants.
Ingredients:
100 % pure Sesame oil (Sesamum indicum) – Refined
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Escentia Shea Butter Refined 1l
N$274.30Shea Butter Refined
Shea Butter (or African butter) is a natural plant extract that is high in fatty acids and other nutrients. This moisture-rich butter is used as an emollient that helps to smooth and soften your skin. It melts at body temperature and is therefore easily absorbed.
- Shea butter can be used directly on skin as a wonderful moisturiser.
- You will find shea butter in a wide range of products including lip gloss, hair conditioners, skin moisturiser creams, soaps, massage candles and medicinal balms.
- It can also be used to treat other skin problems such as; blemishes, eczema, skin allergies, wrinkles, itching, insect bites, and even frost bite.
- Shea butter has a limited capacity to absorb ultraviolet radiation and can therefore can be used as a mild sun block.
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Hair tip: You can use shea butter to reduce frizziness and get your hair to curl the way you want. Just apply a small amount of shea butter to fingertips—press your fingertips to the butter with moderate pressure to get just enough to feel tacky. Then rub fingertips on unruly hair. You can then restyle with a blow drier and brush. The heat from the dryer melts the shea butter, the brush spreads it evenly through your hair, and the hair curls the way you style it.
Further information:
Tips on working with Shea Butter in Formulations
Shea butter contains various fatty acids which each have a specific temperature range where they melt and solidify. When the butter is melted and heat is unevenly distributed some fatty acids may solidify quicker than others, resulting in a grainy texture. Sometimes these grains take days, weeks or even months to appear. There is nothing wrong with the butter if it is grainy, but most prefer a smooth, buttery texture.
To prevent graininess and grain formation you will need to make sure that heat is evenly distributed during the cool down process. This is best achieved by constantly stirring the melted butter during cool down. Unfortunately simply pouring melted shea butter into jars and leaving to cool at room temperature without evenly distributing the heat will likely result in grains. So rather gently stir your melted butter while it cools for best results.
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Escentia Shea Butter Refined 500ml
N$162.15Shea Butter Refined
Shea Butter (or African butter) is a natural plant extract that is high in fatty acids and other nutrients. This moisture-rich butter is used as an emollient that helps to smooth and soften your skin. It melts at body temperature and is therefore easily absorbed.
- Shea butter can be used directly on skin as a wonderful moisturiser.
- You will find shea butter in a wide range of products including lip gloss, hair conditioners, skin moisturiser creams, soaps, massage candles and medicinal balms.
- It can also be used to treat other skin problems such as; blemishes, eczema, skin allergies, wrinkles, itching, insect bites, and even frost bite.
- Shea butter has a limited capacity to absorb ultraviolet radiation and can therefore can be used as a mild sun block.
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Hair tip: You can use shea butter to reduce frizziness and get your hair to curl the way you want. Just apply a small amount of shea butter to fingertips—press your fingertips to the butter with moderate pressure to get just enough to feel tacky. Then rub fingertips on unruly hair. You can then restyle with a blow drier and brush. The heat from the dryer melts the shea butter, the brush spreads it evenly through your hair, and the hair curls the way you style it.
Further information:
Tips on working with Shea Butter in Formulations
Shea butter contains various fatty acids which each have a specific temperature range where they melt and solidify. When the butter is melted and heat is unevenly distributed some fatty acids may solidify quicker than others, resulting in a grainy texture. Sometimes these grains take days, weeks or even months to appear. There is nothing wrong with the butter if it is grainy, but most prefer a smooth, buttery texture.
To prevent graininess and grain formation you will need to make sure that heat is evenly distributed during the cool down process. This is best achieved by constantly stirring the melted butter during cool down. Unfortunately simply pouring melted shea butter into jars and leaving to cool at room temperature without evenly distributing the heat will likely result in grains. So rather gently stir your melted butter while it cools for best results.
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Escentia Shea Butter Unrefined 1L
N$423.00Shea Butter Unrefined
100% pure, unrefined shea butter can be used as a body butter for soft, younger-looking skin. Shea Butter’s skin care benefits are numerous, particularly so when applied to dry, dehydrated, or aged skin.
- 100% natural and unrefined
- Packed with vitamins, minerals, proteins and essential fatty acids
- Natural antioxidant
- Fabulous, natural moisturiser for your face, hair and body
- Helps reduce the signs of ageing
- Can be used as a body butter for soft, smooth skin
- Helps reduce stretch marks
- Can be used help heal cuts, burns and skin rashes
- Particularly good for cracked, dry skin
Shea butter has a limited capacity to absorb ultraviolet radiation and therefore can be used as a mild sunblock lotion (Factor 6).
It can also be used to treat other skin problems such as; blemishes, eczema, skin allergies, wrinkles, itching, insect bites, and even frost bite.
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Hair tip: You can use shea butter to reduce frizziness and get your hair to curl the way you want. Just apply a small amount of shea butter to fingertips—press your fingertips to the butter with moderate pressure to get just enough to feel tacky. Then rub fingertips on unruly hair. You can then restyle with a blow drier and brush. The heat from the dryer melts the shea butter, the brush spreads it evenly through your hair, and the hair curls the way you style it.
Further information:
Tips on working with Shea Butter in Formulations:
Shea butter contains various fatty acids which each have a specific temperature range where they melt and solidify. When the butter is melted and heat is unevenly distributed some fatty acids may solidify quicker than others, resulting in a grainy texture. Sometimes these grains take days, weeks or even months to appear. There is nothing wrong with the butter if it is grainy, but most prefer a smooth, buttery texture.
To prevent graininess and grain formation you will need to make sure that heat is evenly distributed during the cool down process. This is best achieved by constantly stirring the melted butter during cool down. Unfortunately simply pouring melted shea butter into jars and leaving to cool at room temperature without evenly distributing the heat will likely result in grains. So rather gently stir your melted butter while it cools for best results.
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Escentia Shea Butter Unrefined 500ml
N$233.00Shea Butter Unrefined
100% pure, unrefined shea butter can be used as a body butter for soft, younger-looking skin. Shea Butter’s skin care benefits are numerous, particularly so when applied to dry, dehydrated, or aged skin.
- 100% natural and unrefined
- Packed with vitamins, minerals, proteins and essential fatty acids
- Natural antioxidant
- Fabulous, natural moisturiser for your face, hair and body
- Helps reduce the signs of ageing
- Can be used as a body butter for soft, smooth skin
- Helps reduce stretch marks
- Can be used help heal cuts, burns and skin rashes
- Particularly good for cracked, dry skin
Shea butter has a limited capacity to absorb ultraviolet radiation and therefore can be used as a mild sunblock lotion (Factor 6).
It can also be used to treat other skin problems such as; blemishes, eczema, skin allergies, wrinkles, itching, insect bites, and even frost bite.
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Hair tip: You can use shea butter to reduce frizziness and get your hair to curl the way you want. Just apply a small amount of shea butter to fingertips—press your fingertips to the butter with moderate pressure to get just enough to feel tacky. Then rub fingertips on unruly hair. You can then restyle with a blow drier and brush. The heat from the dryer melts the shea butter, the brush spreads it evenly through your hair, and the hair curls the way you style it.
Further information:
Tips on working with Shea Butter in Formulations:
Shea butter contains various fatty acids which each have a specific temperature range where they melt and solidify. When the butter is melted and heat is unevenly distributed some fatty acids may solidify quicker than others, resulting in a grainy texture. Sometimes these grains take days, weeks or even months to appear. There is nothing wrong with the butter if it is grainy, but most prefer a smooth, buttery texture.
To prevent graininess and grain formation you will need to make sure that heat is evenly distributed during the cool down process. This is best achieved by constantly stirring the melted butter during cool down. Unfortunately simply pouring melted shea butter into jars and leaving to cool at room temperature without evenly distributing the heat will likely result in grains. So rather gently stir your melted butter while it cools for best results.
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Escentia Spearmint Essential Oil 10ml
N$69.00Spearmint Essential Oil
Escentia Spearmint essential oil is much gentler than peppermint even though it shares many the same characteristics. This makes it more suitable for treating children and others with sensitive skin.
- Antispasmodic
- Astringent
- Decongestant
- Diuretic
- Stimulant
- Tonic
- Acne & dermatitis
- Asthma & bronchitis
- Fatigue
- Helps with coughs
- Headaches & migraine
- Nausea & vomiting
- Relaxes the nervous system
- Ringworm
- Scabies
- Toothache
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- Burners and steamers – add a few drops to the water and inhale directly or allow the steam to scent the air
- Add 2-3 drops to the warm wax of a burning candle
- Add 5-6 drops to a bowl of steaming hot water, cover your head with a towel and breathe in the vapour
- Dilute 2 drops in a teaspoon of olive oil and rub under your nose, on the chest, or around the neck.
Further information:
Ingredients:
100% pure Spearmint essential oil (Mentha spicata).
About Essential oils:
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia Spearmint Essential Oil 20ml
N$128.00Spearmint Essential Oil
Escentia Spearmint essential oil is much gentler than peppermint even though it shares many the same characteristics. This makes it more suitable for treating children and others with sensitive skin.
- Antispasmodic
- Astringent
- Decongestant
- Diuretic
- Stimulant
- Tonic
- Acne & dermatitis
- Asthma & bronchitis
- Fatigue
- Helps with coughs
- Headaches & migraine
- Nausea & vomiting
- Relaxes the nervous system
- Ringworm
- Scabies
- Toothache
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- Burners and steamers – add a few drops to the water and inhale directly or allow the steam to scent the air
- Add 2-3 drops to the warm wax of a burning candle
- Add 5-6 drops to a bowl of steaming hot water, cover your head with a towel and breathe in the vapour
- Dilute 2 drops in a teaspoon of olive oil and rub under your nose, on the chest, or around the neck.
Further information:
Ingredients:
100% pure Spearmint essential oil (Mentha spicata).
About Essential oils:
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia St Johns Wort Carrier Oil 100ml
N$159.00St Johns Wort Carrier Oil
As a herbal preparation it is best known as a natural antidepressant, but in its infused oil form St. John’s Wort is a wonderful emollient, moisturiser and skin softener. It’s an anti-inflammatory which makes it highly effective on sprains, bruises and varicose veins; a great soother for sunburn, bee stings, mild burns, some eczemas; and when used as a massage oil it can help relieve nerve pain.
- If it hurts, St.Johns Wort will soothe it!
- Escentia St. Johns Wort is a 100% natural carrier oil of the very highest quality.
- The fresh flowers of St. Johns Wort are infused to produce a beautiful and powerful red oil.
- Anti-inflammatory and analgesic
- Calms the pain of sciatica
- Eases arthritis pain
- Soothes muscle aches
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Further information:
Warnings:
Do not use on open wounds
Ingredients:
100% pure St. John’s Wort oil (Hypericum perforatum) – infused.
Is it Safe for Pets?:
Not recommended for pets
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Escentia St Johns Wort Carrier Oil 50ml
N$95.00St Johns Wort Carrier Oil
As a herbal preparation it is best known as a natural antidepressant, but in its infused oil form St. John’s Wort is a wonderful emollient, moisturiser and skin softener. It’s an anti-inflammatory which makes it highly effective on sprains, bruises and varicose veins; a great soother for sunburn, bee stings, mild burns, some eczemas; and when used as a massage oil it can help relieve nerve pain.
- If it hurts, St.Johns Wort will soothe it!
- Escentia St. Johns Wort is a 100% natural carrier oil of the very highest quality.
- The fresh flowers of St. Johns Wort are infused to produce a beautiful and powerful red oil.
- Anti-inflammatory and analgesic
- Calms the pain of sciatica
- Eases arthritis pain
- Soothes muscle aches
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
Further information:
Warnings:
Do not use on open wounds
Ingredients:
100% pure St. John’s Wort oil (Hypericum perforatum) – infused.
Is it Safe for Pets?:
Not recommended for pets
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Escentia Sunflower Seed Carrier Oil 100ml
N$41.40Sunflower Seed Carrier Oil
Sunflower Seed oil provides a rich source of unsaturated linoleic and oleic essential fatty acids and antioxidant vitamin E.
- Sunflower seed oil is soothing, calming and caring to the skin, and because it is noncomedogenic it can be rubbed into your skin without generating pimples or spots
- It is also reputed to be helpful in reducing the appearance of acne, according to folk skin care remedies
- Cold pressed
Further information:
Ingredients:
100% pure Sunflower Seed oil(Helianthus annuus) – cold pressed.
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Escentia Tagetes Essential Oil 10ml
N$145.00Tagetes Essential Oil
Tagetes essential oil (also known as Khaki Bush) is a rare South African essential oil that has a rich, pleasing, almost sensual scent, combined with a visually stunning dark red hue.
- Analgesic
- Anti-allergenic
- Antibacterial
- Antimicrobial
- Antidepressant
- Antifungal
- Antiseptic
- Antispasmodic
- Antiviral
- Diuretic
- Expectorant
- Relaxant
- Tonic
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- It’s often used (in diluted form) to help rid pets of fleas and ticks, but is used in blends with other oils as an insect repellent
- It is known to have beneficial effect on fungal and microbial infections and can help with foot problems such as bunions, calluses, corns and athlete’s foot.
Further information:
About Essential Oils:
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary.
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Escentia Tamanu (Foraha) Carrier Oil 50ml
N$240.00Escentia cold pressed Tamanu Oil (Foraha) possesses natural skin healing properties that promote the formation of new tissue, thereby accelerating wound healing and the growth of healthy skin.
One of the best natural treatments for psoriasis, eczema and acne scars. Can be massaged into the skin to help relieve neuralgia, rheumatism and sciatica.
Apply liberally to these skin problems:
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- Abrasions
- Acne and acne scars
- Anal fissures
- Burns and blisters
- Cuts and scrapes
- Diabetic sores
- Dry and scaly Skin
- Eczema and psoriasis
- Foot and body odour
- Herpes sores
- Natural tissue oil
- Insect bites and stings
- Nappy rash
- Scars
- Stretch marks
- Sunburn
- Antineuralgic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antimicrobial
- Antioxidant
Suggested use: Massage into the skin to relieve neuralgia, rheumatism and sciatica
Further information:
Tamanu oil tends to solidify at cool temperatures, or form a thick waxy layer at the top of the bottle. Don’t worry, there’s no cause for concern, it’s a natural product.
Ingredients: 100% pure Tamanu Oil (Calophyllum inophyllum) – cold pressed. Country of Origin: Madagascar
Please note that this natural, cold-pressed oil has not undergone Food-Grade certification and is therefore recommended for cosmetic use only. Store away from children, pets, sunlight, and heat. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your doctor before using this product.
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Escentia Tangerine Essential Oil 10ml
N$50.00Tangerine Essential Oil
Tangerine essential oil, like the fresh citrus fruit, is loved by children and adults alike with its delightfully sweet aroma that can create a happy, contented mindset. Because of its appealing aroma, Tangerine oil uses include a wealth of topical and aromatic applications.
- Bright, uplifting citrus aroma
- Promotes happiness, playfulness and creativity
- Cleanses and beautifies the skin
Suggested use: Please conduct your own research
- Add to a gentle facial cleanser for extra cleansing benefits and beautifying properties.
- Put a couple drops of oil on cotton balls and clip them on your car air vents. They’ll disperse a refreshing, citrus scent that’s perfect for rush hour.
- Create a DIY air freshener by combining 30 drops oil with 2 cups water in a glass bottle. Spray around the house for a fresh, clean scent.
- Diffuse at work or at home to infuse your space with a sweet, refreshing aroma.
Further information:
Warnings:
Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. Avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying product.