How do I identify genuine natural essential oils when shopping online?
How do I choose high-quality natural essential oils for skincare?
Here are simple tips to ensure you get the best quality products:
- Review the sourcing details
Reputable suppliers will provide information about where and how the plant was grown and harvested. Oils sourced from plants grown in their traditional regions may offer more consistency in aroma and composition.
- Look for pure, single-ingredient oils
Quality essential natural oils are typically sold undiluted, without added fillers, carrier oils or synthetic fragrances. Always check the product label for clear ingredient listing.
- Check for third-party testing
Trusted natural essential oil suppliers often provide third-party testing to confirm the oil’s composition and quality.
If you're formulating skincare products with bulk natural essential oils, it's important to keep in mind that these oils are highly concentrated and should always be properly diluted before use. As a general guideline, a 1% to 2% dilution is commonly used for body products (that’s around 1 to 2 drops of essential oil per 5mL of carrier oil). Always conduct a patch test with your finished product, and remember that individual skin responses can vary.
What should I avoid when buying natural essential oils?
Here are a few things to watch out for when buying bulk or wholesale natural oils:
- Blends containing carrier oils or additives— Unless clearly labelled, added ingredients may affect how the oil can be used.
- Vague or incomplete labelling — Lack of botanical name, plant part used or extraction method may indicate lower transparency.
- Unsuitable packaging — Essential oils are sensitive to light and air, which can cause them to oxidise or lose their aromatic balance over time. Avoid oils sold in clear or unsealed packaging, as these conditions may affect freshness, stability and overall quality.
Where can I buy wholesale natural essential oils in Australia?
You can purchase natural oils at wholesale prices right here at N-essentials. As one of Australia’s premier natural essential oil suppliers, we offer a wide range of plant-based, vegan-friendly oils suitable for personal use, small businesses and commercial production.
We also provide you with an extensive product selection, detailed product information and flexible sizing options. Shop bulk natural oils today, ideal for everything from skincare formulation to candle making and aromatherapy.