Are essential oils better to use than synthetic aromatic substances?
• Not necessarily. It depends on the final application. In the case of Aromatherapy, it would be advisable to use a natural essential oil rather than a synthetic substitute. On the other hand, in common household products, synthetic replacements are not only economical but also more stable in the end product. Moreover, synthetic materials, under strict quality control procedures, provide batch consistency time after time and there is no shortage of supply. In the case of essential oils, the quality depends on a number of factors beyond human control. Factors such as climate (rainfall and or drought) and soil conditions can effect the quality and availability of the oil.
