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why dōTERRA® SOURCING ESSENTIAL OILS Potency starts with the plant itself. The same species of plant when grown in different environments will vary in chemical composition. When plants are grown in optimal soil, temperature, and climate, they produce a higher quality essential oil—just as nature intended. But, that’s only half of the equation. Purity plays a major role as well. Many essential oils available to purchase are not certified pure. Often, they contain fillers or other elements that dilute and alter the purity. This diminishes the healthful qualities of the oil. dōTERRA is committed to providing the purest, most potent essential oils possible. We employ a global network of farmers who know intimately the process of growing plants for essential oils. They ensure the plant is taken care of properly and harvested at the proper stage. dōTERRA has also perfectly melded modern advances and testing procedures to ensure the purity and efficacy of each essential oil. Every dōTERRA essential oil is put through the highest standard of rigorous and thorough testing. When an essential oil is deemed worthy to be sold as a dōTERRA essential oil, you’ll know that it has the highest quantity of active, beneficial constituents and that it is free of contaminants and adulterations. This testing protocol—CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade®—sets the bar for quality, purity, efficacy, and consistency. Because, at dōTERRA, we know that the same care and attention—as well as the same commitment—to only provide the very best is not unique to us; they’re the same qualities you employ when taking care of those you love the most.