By Derek G. Hodges, President of Essential Depot, Inc.

The Wisdom of Ayurveda

Ayurveda is the oldest healing system on Earth. It is the “Common Sense” science, rooted in the belief that strengthening the five human senses promotes healthy living. Because of this, Ayurvedic treatment utilizes aromatics to prevent and treat various health conditions.

Please note: Essential Depot only sells essential oils for external use in aromatherapy, soap making, and cosmetics. Essential oils can be very dangerous if taken internally.

Inhaling the aroma of plants and their extracted essential oils is believed to enhance the sense of smell, directly contributing to physical and mental health by governing brain functions. This allows the body to combat illness by restoring balance to the entire system. This site will help you explore Ayurveda, focusing on the essential and fragrance oils used in this “Mother of All Healing Sciences.”

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• Steam Distillation: We ensure all distilleries use SS 316 (Stainless Steel), the highest quality metal available for this process.

• Solvent Extraction: We use n-hexane, a food/pharma-grade solvent. The n-hexane is evaporated after extraction, leaving behind only the pure absolute essential oil.

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The Chinese philosopher Lao-tzu famously said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” We hope your journey to a healthier life begins with the step of adopting an Ayurvedic lifestyle, and that this site serves as a helpful guide on that path.

Best regards and wishes to you and yours,

Derek G. Hodges President, Essential Depot Inc. Sebring, FL, USA