What is the best way to store an essential oil? Simply in a dark, cool area out of direct sunlight in air-tight dark colored glass containers. Because it takes a lot of raw materials to create small amounts of essential oil it is important that you store them properly to avoid spoilage. The common culprits of spoilage is heat, light, moisture, and oxygen. Improper storage can lead to oxidized and reduced quality essential oils. Some people use plastic or metal but I recommended colored or opaque glass to reduce any possible deterioration of either the metal or the plastic. Another reason you want to ensure that your essential oils are stored properly is because the cost of essential oils can be costly. This ensures that you are getting the longest shelve life of your essential oils which do expire. There are some essential oils that do age well but as natural substances do break down. Credits: American College of Healthcare Sciences #aromatherapy #aromatherapysafety #aromaeducation #aromatherapyeducation #essentialoil #essentialoilsafety #essentialoileducation #safety #funfacts #education #bodyhartsoul #achs.edu #lorannoils (at DeWitt Charter Township)