If you’re on your healing journey, diving into natural wellness products, or simply trying to feel better, you’ve probably come across both flower essences and essential oils.
While they may seem similar at first glance—both harnessing the power of plants—they’re entirely different in purpose, creation, and how they support well-being. Let’s explore into what sets them apart and why flower essences might be the right choice for your healing + emotional needs.
So, what Are Flower Essences?
Flower essences are subtle, vibrational remedies that address emotional and energetic imbalances. Unlike essential oils, which are physical extracts, flower essences work on an energetic level to help shift emotional patterns and promote inner harmony.
• How They’re Made:
Flower essences are created by infusing the energetic imprint of flowers into water, often under sunlight, and preserving the mixture with alcohol (like brandy) or glycerin. The process captures the flower’s vibrational energy, not its physical properties. They are more like a homeopathic remedy + essenced, for example, like a can of La Croix is naturally essenced with lime.
• How They Work:
They support emotional well-being, helping with feelings like stress, fear, or self-doubt. Think of flower essences as tuning forks for your energy—they help align you with the balanced, positive traits of the flower used.
• How to Use Them:
Simply add a few drops under your tongue, in water, or to your bath. They’re gentle, safe, and suitable for all ages, even pets!
What Are Essential Oils?
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts containing the physical aromatic compounds of plants. They’re typically used for their scent, or aromatherapy and physical properties.
• How They’re Made:
Essential oils are produced through distillation or cold-pressing, which extracts the plant’s aromatic compounds. This creates highly concentrated oils with a strong scent.
• How They Work:
Essential oils primarily support physical well-being through aromatherapy or topical application (diluted). For example, lavender oil is known for relaxation, while tea tree oil is used for skin issues.
• How to Use Them:
Diffuse into the air, dilute and apply to the skin, or add to cleaning products for a natural touch.
Why Choose Flower Essences?
Flower essences are perfect if you’re looking to address emotional patterns gently and naturally. They’re especially appealing for those seeking balance without overwhelming scents or physical side effects. As a woman-owned flower essence brand, we believe in empowering individuals to connect with their emotions and live in harmony with nature.
Can You Use Both?
Absolutely! Many people combine flower essences and essential oils to create a holistic wellness routine. For example, you might diffuse lavender oil for a relaxing atmosphere while taking a flower essence like Golden Shield to soothe anxiety.
Explore Our Flower Essence Line
At Wild Plenty, our handcrafted flower essences are made with love, intention, and respect for nature’s wisdom. Each essence is designed to support emotional well-being, whether you’re seeking clarity, courage, or calm. They also offer a more sustainable way to connect with the healing properties of flowers because they use so little of the plant, compared to essential oils, which use large amounts of flowers.
Explore our collection today and discover the magic of flower essences for yourself. 🌸