Presentation

MISSION :
 In harmony with Mother Nature and on Her behalf, we bring you the essence of the most evolved plants of Creation.

For that :

  • We distil aromatic and medicinal plants of the region
  • We import oils from all around the world
  • We market essential oils and related products

 

BUSINESS PRESENTATION :
 We run a family farm and specialize in essential oil production since 1988.  Our long-standing interest in medicinal plants and preservation of natural habitats lead us to such activities.

The farm is situated in Grondines, a small rural municipality of the Comté de Portneuf bordering the St.-Lawrence River.  We have been here since 1973 and greatly appreciate the region's abundant and diversified wild flora.

HISTORIC :
Research :
 We have been conducting experiments in the distillation of many aromatic plants growing in our region.  With the years, this research has allowed us to gain the expertise required to produce quality essential oils from plants adapted to our climate. Laboratories such as the Horticultural Center of Agriculture Canada ( Dr. André Bélanger ) and Laseve ( Dr. Guy Colin and Dr. François-Xavier Garneau ) of Université du Québec à Chicoutimi have given us considerable support.

Production :
Aliksir has been producing oils since 1988.  Originally mainly oriented towards conifers, our scope widened as we added bushes and wild as well as organically cultivated plants.

The essential oils are extracted through a traditional steam distillation technique.  In order to insure the quality and the wholesomeness of our oils, the process takes place slowly and under low steam pressure.  This also allows us to obtain a wider range of active components specific to each plant's essence.

Aliksir also builds stills of small and medium sizes.  Such units are suitable for experimental to medium scale production.

QUALITY CONTROL :

  • Stainless steel equipment
  • Precise botanical identification
  • Chemical composition verified in laboratory
  • ÉCOCERT organic certification
  • The essential oils are filtered and untreated before bottling

IMPORTATION :
We offer a great selection of essential oils from all around the world.  These oils are bought directly from producers or distributors and in either cases, we make sure of their authenticity and quality.