Essential oils have surged in popularity as consumers seek natural alternatives for stress relief, sleep support and household cleaning. In the U.S., retail sales of essential oils topped $2 billion last year as interest in aromatherapy and DIY wellness soared (Grand View Research, 2024). From multi-level marketing leaders to local boutiques, Utah Valley’s Best Essential Oils finalists offer purity, potency and advice to help you find the right scent solution.
DoTerra — headquartered just outside Pleasant Grove—specializes in single-source, GC-MS–tested oils and scientifically formulated blends. Their Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade standards ensure each batch meets strict purity criteria before bottling. You can shop everything from single oils like lavender and peppermint to proprietary blends such as “On Guard” for immune support. DoTerra’s website and local Wellness Advocates provide usage protocols, safety guidelines and recipes for diffusing, topical application and cleaning solutions.
Young Living’s Spanish Fork Farm & Distillery anchors their seed-to-seal process, cultivating and distilling plants on-site to maintain quality control. Their product line spans more than 100 oils and blends—“Stress Away” for relaxation, “Thieves” for household cleansing—and extends into personal care items like lotions and toothpaste. Members can tour the distillery, attend education workshops and participate in loyalty programs that reward frequent buyers with product credits and exclusive oils.
White Feather Rocks in Santaquin carries a curated selection of artisanal essential-oil blends alongside their crystal offerings. Their “Chakra Balance” oil set pairs specific plant extracts—frankincense, sandalwood, eucalyptus—with corresponding crystal recommendations for holistic wellness. Staff share tips for integrating oils into meditation, roller-ball blends for on-the-go support and simple recipes for natural home fragrances.
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