One of the most ancient chemical operations carried out by humans is probably extracting aroma and flavor components from dried plant material. One of the most common examples is preparing a cup of ...

Essential oil distillation generates significant volumes of aqueous and solid byproducts rich in trace volatiles and secondary metabolites. These byproducts, commonly known as hydrosols or hydrolates ...

Hydrosols are water-based products made from the distillation of fresh flowers, leaves, fruits, and other plant materials. Some claim they have health benefits, but there is limited scientific ...

Like many essential oils, citronella oil has certain benefits, and has been used in China and Indonesia for centuries to treat rashes, infections, and other health conditions. Share on Pinterest ...