Botanical knowledge
Your guide to essential oils in Kenya
Explore lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus and rosemary oils, and learn what to check when choosing essential oils in Nairobi.
Choose the product for its intended use
Essential oils are concentrated aromatic products. An oil sold for a diffuser may not be ready for direct skin application. Tell the supplier whether you want a home aroma, a formulation ingredient or a diluted topical product, and check that the label supports that use.
Four botanicals in the Enki collection
Lavender brings a floral scent, peppermint a sharp mint aroma, eucalyptus a fresh woody character and rosemary a herbal profile. Each has its own product instructions. A pleasant scent or a botanical name is not proof of a medical benefit.
Read beyond “pure”
Ask for the botanical name, extraction method, ingredient list, batch identification and size. A fragrance blend, a diluted oil and a concentrated essential oil are different products. Confirm the concentration, dilution instructions and total delivery quote before ordering.
Use with care
Do not swallow essential oils. Keep them away from eyes and children, and ask a qualified professional about use during pregnancy or around pets and people with asthma. For skin application, follow the product’s dilution directions and discontinue use if irritation occurs.