Because to get the highest quality essential oils, the fields must be harvested at precisely the correct time of year and even the proper time of day. Nothing is left to chance. The quality and efficacy of the oils is ensured by factoring in a percentage of the plants in bloom, the amount of dew on the leaves, and even the amount of rainfall immediately before the harvest. All these can have a direct impact on essential oil quality. Once harvested, the plants are quickly taken to the distillers, located right there on the farm, and the distillation process is started.
Distillation is both an art and a science.
Gary has studied this science in France, Turkey and Egypt for over 15 years. He's designed and built this distillery, which, I believe, produces the finest oils in the world. I refer to them as 'gourmet oils'. . John Derrick, Distillery Manager At Young Living, there are three critical steps to distillation. Condensing is the next process.