Guest guest Posted February 12, 2006 Report Share Posted February 12, 2006 At 04:58 PM 2/11/2006, you wrote: >The absolutes and attars smell different from the EOs and from each other. >I am not sure of the difference between an EO, and attar and an absolute. . >.I'm guessing it has to do with the level of refinement. Anyone know? > >Dave technically, an 'attar' is steam distilled into a container of Sandalwood, which captures the aromatic molecules of the other botanical. as for absolutes..they are solvent extracted. for an explanation of different extractions methods, see www.naturesgift.com/extraction.htm Over 10 years online supplying Aromatherapy and Healthcare Professionals Essential Oils, Hydrosols, Accessories, Hard to find Books and Videos <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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