Vanilla
vanilla planifolia
General Description
This essential oil, extracted from cured vanilla beans, is not normally used in aromatherapy, but is one of the most natural, delightful-smelling aromas in the world, and can be used in perfumes or as a flavoring agent.
How It's Made
After being carefully cultivated, the fruit of the vine is picked, cured, fermented, and dried. The oil is then extracted from the resulting bean by solvent extraction.
Aroma: Strong, rich and sweet vanilla aroma. Strength: Fairly Strong Properties
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