Embrace the feeling of comfort and warmth
The vanilla plant (Vanilla planifolia) is native to Mexico and Central America and is now grown in tropical regions worldwide.
However, the natural pollination of the vanilla plant can only be done by a specific bee found only in Mexico. Outside Mexico, there is less than a 1% chance of the flower being pollinated by itself, so farmers must hand pollinate each flower as it blooms. The vanilla flower usually blooms only one day a year and is fragile and must be pollinated in the morning, during the cooler hours of the day. If not pollinated during this incredibly short period, it wilts, so the fruit does not develop and no vanilla beans can be harvested later.
This makes the vanilla plant a beautiful, labor-intensive plant that is the second most expensive crop in the world after saffron. Many companies therefore make synthetic vanilla flavoring and fragrance to save time and money. Unfortunately, most vanilla-flavored products do not contain real vanilla.
doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla
Vanilla, the delicious spice derived from the vanilla orchid, is one of the most beloved flavors and fragrances in the world. And it's no wonder doTERRA is dedicated to the highest quality vanilla oil. doTERRA has a commitment to deliver high quality, and that means using only the finest vanilla orchids from Madagascar.
Our co-Impact Sourcing® practices support smallholder farmers in Madagascar, who are committed to maintaining high quality standards. We help them earn fair wages, ensure proper education and protect the environment. This allows nature to continue to work its magic, ultimately leading to the highest quality vanilla oil.
What is the difference between vanilla extract and vanilla absolute?
Vanilla absolute is not the same as the vanilla extract you might have in your baking supplies. Generally, the vanilla extract you bake with is extracts of vanilla beans in alcohol. It contains traces of minerals and is thinner in consistency than absolute.
To make pure Madagascar Vanilla Absolute, the vanilla pods must first undergo a CO2 extraction process in which the beans are ground into small pieces and placed in a pressurized extraction vessel.
In a separator, these chemical compounds are separated, and the CO2 liquid is converted back into a gas, leaving the vanilla extract clean and free of solvent residues.
The final step is the use of a pure and natural alcohol solvent to remove any remaining waxes or other ingredients to create the final product: pure and natural vanilla absolute. This final step also concentrates the natural vanillin, which gives vanilla its incredible aroma.
CO2 extraction is cleaner than chemical extraction, leaves less residue, and is greener and more sustainable.
The qualities of Vanilla
Vanilla has a long history of use for therapeutic purposes, including relaxation and as an aphrodisiac. Vanilla has been used as a flavoring for centuries, but its use goes far beyond food. In ancient times, the Mayans and Aztecs used vanilla to honor their gods. It was also often used in religious ceremonies because of its calming and spiritual properties. Later, European royalty used it as an aphrodisiac and it was also an important ingredient in perfumes and medicines.
The therapeutic qualities of doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie) are therefore no surprise. It provides support for healthy anxiety, provides calm in stressful situations and is calming.
This oil also offers the emotional qualities of comfort and reassurance. It is the perfect oil to create a sense of warmth and coziness in your home. It smells great and the sweet, warm scent can improve your mood. To create a sense of comfort and reassurance, you can add doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie) into your diffuser and enjoy the sweet scent spreading through your home.
In addition, you can also add doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie) to desserts or hot drinks. Add it to your hot milk or chocolate to create an extra dimension of flavor. You can also add it to your favorite smoothie for a sweet and subtle flavor. The possibilities are endless!
Recipes
‘Sweet Dreams' Diffuser Blend
2 drops Lavender (Lavendel)
2 drops Wild Orange (Wilde sinaasappel)
2 drops doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie).
‘Vanilla Spice' Hot Beverage
Heat 2 cups almond milk and add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1 drop doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie). Stir and serve with whipped cream and cinnamon.
‘Vanilla Cookie' Sugar Scrub
Mix 200g brown sugar, 100ml coconut oil, 50ml cup almond oil and 10 drops of doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie). Mix everything together well and apply to your skin for a wonderfully soft and sweet scent.
But how else can you apply doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie)? It is an excellent oil to use in your own personal perfume or as an addition to one of your favorite doTERRA oils. Add a drop to your body lotion or face cream for extra hydration.
Vanilla - for a sense of calm and gratitude
In closing, I would like to share a mantra that fits perfectly with the calming and spiritual properties of vanilla: “I am grounded and comfortable in my own skin. I am grateful for the warmth this oil brings.” Let this mantra guide you as you integrate doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie) into your daily routine.
In short, doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie) is not only a wonderful flavor and fragrance, but also has therapeutic and emotional qualities. The uses are endless, from using it in the diffuser to adding it to your favorite dessert. So, experiment and discover the magic of doTERRA Madagascar Vanilla (Vanillie)!
