How do I start my own essential oil business?
John Hall
Updated on February 26, 2026
Set up a company to make and sell your own oils, or purchase them wholesale to resell. Create an attractive website and various social media profiles, which will help you promote and grow your business. Sell your essential oils online, at community events, or in stores.
Is an essential oil business profitable?
Producing essential oils can be a lucrative business but one which will depend on the quality of bottling and the marketing of the product. Because the essential oil business has become highly competitive, it is critical to have the right packaging to attract consumer attention.
Do you need a license to sell diffusers?
No, there is no legal requirement to be an aromatherapist or to hold any particular qualification to sell essential oils or make aromatherapy products containing them.
How much money does an aromatherapist make?
Many combine aromatherapy with another profession such as nursing, massage therapy, or cosmetology. Depending on clientele, location, expertise, and reputation, an aromatherapist can make $25 to $65 per hour. Some clear over $100 per hour. In a typical year, an aromatherapist will make $25,000 to $45,000 per year.
How do you make money with aromatherapy?
How To Make Money With Essential Oils Online
- Step 1: Choose a niche within the essential oils industry.
- Step 2: Build a website.
- Step 3: Pick some essential oil products to promote (any brand is OK)
- Step 4: Research content ideas, and make a content schedule.
- Step 5: Start publishing!
Do essential oils need FDA approval?
The answer might surprise you… essential oils are NOT regulated. Like dietary supplements, essential oils are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. This means that essential oil products don’t need to gain FDA approval before they’re brought to the market and sold to consumers.
Can you make money selling essential oils?
I am also asked if there is potential to make money selling Young Living oils. The answer is yes, again. Not only will you help others by providing them with the oils, but you will also help your family by earning an income doing it. It’s a win-win!
Do you have to register to be CLP compliant?
Is CLP labelling a legal requirement? In short yes. According to ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) If you are selling candles and wax melts within the UK and EU then it is legally required for you to classify and clearly label any mixtures that contain hazardous chemicals.
Can you start your own aromatherapy business from home?
Starting an aromatherapy spa can be a great business idea – you can do it from home and convert a room in your home into a spa room, or use a small retail space.
How to set up an aromatherapy treatment clinic?
Remember that medical centers, hospitals and offices all hold potential clients. Once you have assured yourself of the viability of setting up an aromatherapy business clinic, and perhaps inspected possible premises, draw up a business plan. Discuss your plans with a friendly bank manager and/or accountant, who should be able to advise and help.
How long does it take to get an aromatherapy license?
Take out a business license in your state, and if applicable in your city and county. Check with the local authorities about any license fees and current tax laws for collecting and reporting sales tax. Live, eat, and breathe your aromatherapy business for at least a year.
Where can I buy essential oils for aromatherapy?
Purchase ingredient supplies such as essential oils and carrier oils and fillers and any necessary preservatives from an aromatherapy supplier, herbalist, or bulk essential oil distributor. Make your purchases online if there is no wholesale local retailer.
