When it comes to the uninitiated in the realm of natural medicine and aromatherapy, the terms ‘essential oils’ and ‘fragrance oils’ can end up being used interchangeably. There is, however, a huge difference between the two, and knowing what goes into both can be vital in figuring out which one is the best option for you. Essential Oils An essential oil is an oil that has been extracted from a plant.  They’re typically obtained through distillation, a process that uses steam and/or water. This means that the compound created is entirely natural; there is nothing synthetic involved in an essential...