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The Aromatherapy and Essential Oil Centre sells Essential Oils, Precious oils, Absolutes and CO2s sells oils in a variety of sizes from 5 ml. up to 1 litre. For more expensive (precious) oils we provide sizes starting at 5ml.

Although essential oils do not become rancid, some oils deteriorate with age and may lose their therapeutic benefit over time. Oils such as the citrus oils will oxidize and begin to lose their aroma and therapeutic properties. Not all oils lose their value. Some oils such as patchouli and sandalwood can improve with age becoming more rounded and mellow.

To avoid deterioration and protect your oils properties, keep your oils in amber or cobalt blue bottles. Dark glass such as amber or cobalt helps to keep out sunlight, which can hasten deterioration. Do not keep your oils in clear glass bottles. Beware of sellers selling oils in plastic as many oils can dissolve plastic. Essential oils should also be stored in a cool, dark place.