Organic Farming
At SOiL, organic integrity is at the heart of everything we do. We cultivate our essential oil crops using only certified organic methods, free from synthetic chemicals. Our farm in Zululand, South Africa, employs sustainable, labour-intensive practices like hand weeding to maintain healthy, thriving plants. This ensures that each plant is nurtured to its full potential, creating oils that are pure, potent, and naturally rich in therapeutic properties.
Harvesting
Our plants are harvested at their peak, when the oils are most potent. We use careful, ethical harvesting methods that respect the land and the plant’s natural cycles. By hand-harvesting, we ensure minimal disruption to the environment and guarantee that the quality of each plant is preserved. After harvesting, the plants are promptly prepared for distillation to maintain their freshness and aromatic integrity.
Extraction
Our on-site distillery allows us to maintain complete control over purity and quality. Freshly harvested plants are carefully steam-distilled to extract their aromatic oils. This gentle process ensures that the oils retain their natural benefits while minimizing environmental impact. We use renewable energy sources, such as waste wood from neighboring properties, to fuel our distillation process, reducing our reliance on fossil fuels.
Quality Control
Each batch of SOiL products undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure purity, safety, and consistency. From distillation to final packaging, we conduct extensive testing to verify the potency and therapeutic properties of our oils. Our in-house team oversees every step of production to ensure that every product meets our high standards and is fully traceable, from farm to shelf.
Step Five
Delivery
Once our products pass quality control, they are carefully packaged in eco-friendly materials to preserve their integrity during transit. From our farm in South Africa, we deliver SOiL products worldwide, ensuring that every customer receives the purest, most potent organic wellness products. Our commitment to sustainability extends to our packaging, which is designed to minimize environmental impact while protecting the quality of our products.
Natural Farming Methods
Ethical Harvesting
Transparency in our Supply Chain
Pride in Our Work
Natural Farming Methods
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for SOiL’s essential oils to go from farm to shelf?
From planting to production, the process can take several months, depending on the crop and seasonal factors. After distillation, our oils are carefully packaged and shipped, ensuring they reach you in their purest, freshest form.
How do you ensure consistency in each batch of essential oils?
Each batch is carefully monitored at every stage, from farming to distillation. We use batch traceability to ensure consistency and quality control. Rigorous testing ensures that every product, regardless of batch, maintains the same therapeutic potency.
What is the shelf life of your essential oils?
Our essential oils have a long shelf life when stored properly, typically between 1–3 years. We recommend keeping them in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight, to maintain their potency and quality over time.
How does the climate in Zululand affect the quality of your oils?
The unique climate in Zululand, with its warm temperatures and abundant sunshine, creates an ideal environment for growing our essential oil crops. The natural conditions contribute to the richness and potency of the oils we produce.
Are there any seasonal variations in your products?
Yes, some essential oils are more abundant or have slightly different characteristics depending on the season. We carefully manage harvest times to ensure the highest quality, and any seasonal variations are carefully controlled in the production process.
How does SOiL handle the distillation of limited crop harvests?
For crops with limited yields, we prioritize high-quality distillation to ensure that every drop is as potent as possible. Limited crop harvests are processed with special care to preserve their unique characteristics and ensure no oil goes to waste.
