Organic certification ensures that essential oils contain only natural compounds, which is especially important for products intended for therapeutic applications or skin use.
Certified organic essential oils are produced from plants grown without the use of pesticides, chemical fertilizers or GMOs.
Organic certification implies a commitment to sustainable agricultural and production practices, which preserve the health of ecosystems and natural resources. These practices aim to preserve the quality of the air, water and soil. Rich, well-balanced soil can increase the ability of plants to produce essential oils rich in active ingredients, improving their effectiveness.
A commitment to sustainability, which translates into a superior overall quality of essential oils, not only in terms of chemical composition but also in terms of ecological impact.
Beyond the assurance of a quality essential oil, organic certification makes it possible to display the traceability of the products. Indeed, organic standards require complete traceability from production to sale. Each step of the essential oil production process is then documented: the origin, the way the plants were grown, how the oils were extracted and processed.
Organic certification comes with strict standards, not only regarding cultivation, but also their processing and packaging. Essential oil producers are required to follow procedures that ensure the beneficial properties of oils are preserved, such as the use of low-temperature steam distillation, to extract the oils without degrading heat-sensitive compounds.
Organic certification therefore offers guarantees on the quality and purity of the essential oil, the concentration of the product's active compounds and sustainable agricultural practices, which promote respect for the environment.