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	What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy Bath & Body * Essential Oils & Emotions * Carrier Oils * Essential Oils used in Aromatherapy A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance AllSpice Pimenta offcinalis, dioica spice The oil has a warm, spicy-sweet, clove-like, comforting aroma Angelica Angelica archagelica herbacous,woody,spicey sweet Rootsy woody, herbaceous. Bitter, sweet, earthy and long-lasting Anise Pimpinella anisum licorice Sweet, licorice-like aroma that aids digestion and inspires exhilaration Atlas Cedarwood Cedurs atlantica, Juniperus virginiana wood Cedarwood oil is clear, and blends well with rose, juniper and cypress. It Balsam, Peru Myoxylon pereirae vanilla Balsam oil has a very sweet, balsamic, rich, vanilla-like aroma. Basil Ocimum basilicum herbacous Basil has the stimulating properties of mint but is hotter Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis herbacous Bay laurel essential oil is one of the strongest oils used in aromatherapy Bay Rum Pimenta racemosa spice Bay has a spicy, sweet aroma that invigorates and opens the senses Benzoin Styrax benzoin vanilla,cinnamon Benzoin resin has a sweet, balsamic odor with a hint of vanilla. Bergamot Citrus begamia citrus The aroma of bergamot oil is sweet and citrusy, with a warm floral quality Birch Betula alba camphor The American species Betula lenta almost identical with Wintergreen Bitter Orange Citrus vulgaris,Bigaradia orange,citrus The odor differs from other citrus oils, fresh and yet bitter with a rich a Black Pepper Piper nigrum spice,hot Black pepper oil is hot, warming and very yang. It smells like clove Bois de Rose Aniba rosaeodora floral Essential oil has a sweet-woody, floral-nutmeg aroma Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Cajeput Melaleuca leucadendros camphor Very stimulating with a penetrating, camphoraceous scent. Camphor Cinnamomum camphora camphor The oil is clear, and has a scent simular to eucalyptus. Caraway Carum carvi licorice Strong, warm and sweet-spicy odor, blends well with other spicy oils. Cardamom Elettaria cardamonuum spice,camphor Sweet, spicy, camphor-like aroma with floral undertones. It blends well wit Cedar Cedurs atlantica wood Cedarwood oil is extracted from the red cedar, a coniferous tree native to Cedar, Yellow Thuja occidentalis Cedarwood, Texas Juniperus mexicana wood The essence is warm, woody and slightly smoky, and fresh Celery Apium graveolens camphor Celeryseed has a fresh, spicy and warm scent. Chamomile Matricaria recutita (syn. M. chamomilla) apple, musk An excellent anti-inflammatory agent and a beautiful intensely blue color. Cinnamon Cinnamomum zeylanicum, C. aromaticum cinnamon Use this warming, aphrodisiac scent to relax tight muscles. Citronella Grass Citronella Grass is similar to lemongrass. Citronella oil, is best known a Clary Sage Salvia sclarea spice The essential oil is clear, and has a sweet, nutty scent, almost floral. Clove Eugenia caryophyllata spice Clove is a powerful oil that is antibacterial, antiseptic and analgesic. Coriander Corlandrum sativum musk Citrusy like bergamot, but with a woody nuance Cubeb Piper cuberba hot Pungent, slightly camphorous, with a touch of nutmeg. Cypress Cypress sempervireus wood Refreshing, spicy, juniper and pine needle-like aroma Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Dill Anethum graveoleus spice Dill is very similar to caraway oil, clear, spicy, somewhat grassy Eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus camphor Eucalyptus oil is clear, with a distinctive camphor odor. Fennel Foeniculum vulgare licorice Sweet fennel oil has a very sweet, earthy, anise-like aroma Frankincense Boswellia thurifera wood,camphor Frankincense is used in meditation to slow and deepen the breath Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis herbacous The scent is difficult to describe, but is somewhat like a mixture of basil Immortelle Helichrysum angustifolium herbacous Excellent in massage and herbal oils for sensitive, inflamed skin Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Jasmine Jasminum officinale floral Jasmine is a very powerful fragrance with a full, rich, honey sweetness Juniper Juniperus communis evergreen Juniper berry oil has a fresh, warm, balsamic, woody-pine needle odor. Lavender Lavandula officinalis Sweet, camphor-like, slightly fruity (French) Sweet, balsamic, floral aroma which combines well with many oils Lemon Citrus limonum lemon,citrus, tangy The fresh ripe peel scent refreshes the mind, improves mental clarity. Lemongrass Cymopogon citratus, C.flexuosus lemon,musk Lemongrass oil is great for oily skin and hair. It has a powerful, lemony, Lime Citrus aurantifolia, C.limetta citrus, tangy and light Delightful, tangy, citrus aroma. Cold pressed oil is yellowish to green Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Marjoram,Sweet Origanum marjorana spice The aroma of the oil is warm and spicy, with a hint of nutmeg. Melissa Melissa officinalis lemony, warm Pale yellow oil with a light, fresh lemony aroma, powerful and soothing Myrrh Commiphora myrrha Camphor, bitter, balsamic The oil has a balsamic, warm and spicy aroma Myrtle Myrtus communis camphor-like, peppery The oil has a distinct, spicy, camphor-like aroma. Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Neroli Citrus aurantium floral Neroli's rich and lovely aroma make it an idea scent Nutmeg Myristica fragrans spice Nutmeg provides a warming, activating ingredient in massage oils Orange Citrus sinensis orange,citrus Cold-pressed orange essential oil refreshes the mind Orange, Bitter Citrus vulgaris,Bigaradia orange,citrus The odor differs from other citrus oils, fresh and yet bitter with a rich a Orange,Mandarin Citrus reticulata orange,citrus Citrus nobilis, Mandarin Orange is a cooling strong orange aroma Oregano Origanum vulgare herbacous,spice Oregano is a highly active oil with a spicy, medicinal aroma Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Palmarosa Cymbopogon martini lemon Grassy, lemony scent, a cleansing, astringent addition to skin care product Patchouli Pogostermon patchouli musk Patchouli's aroma is very intense, earthy, rich, sweet, balsamic PennyRoyal Mentha pulegium mint Pennyroyal oil is an excellent insect repellent, with a fresh, minty scent. Peppermint Mentha piperita mint Peppermint has a powerful, sweet, menthol aroma Petitgrain Citrus brigarade citrus The fragrance is sweet, woody-floral and reminiscent of orange Pine Pinus sylvestris musk,evergreen Pine oil has a fresh, resinous, pine needle aroma. Ravensara Ravensara aromatica wood,spice Rose Rosa centifolia,R.gallica,R.damascena floral,rose The fragrance of Rose is warm, intense, immensely rich and rosy. Rosemary Rosemarinus officinalis camphor, sweet, fresh Rosemary oil adds a warm and stimulating quality to blends Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Sage Salvia officinalis spice Dalmatian sage oil is herbaceous, spicy and used in masculine scents Sandalwood Santalum album wood Sandalwood oil has a sweet-woody, warm, balsamic aroma ,improves with age Spearmint Mentha spicata mint Cooling and soothing oil helps break up congestion while lifting spirits. Spruce Picea mariana evergreen Pleasant, balsamic, sweet, evergreen-scented essential oil. Sweet Marjoram Origanum marjorana spice The aroma of the oil is warm and spicy, with a hint of nutmeg. Common Name Botanical Name Fragrance Tea Tree Melaleuca alternifolia camphor The aroma of the oil is warm, spicy, medicinal and volatile. Thuja Thuja occidentalis Thyme Thymus vulgaris spice,hot Spicy-herbaceous, sweet, medicinal scent. Use with caution Vetiver Vetiveria zizanoides musk Healing to skin, this oil repels insects and reduces stress and tension. Wintergreen Gaultheria procumben evergreen,mint Aromatic, camphor-like medicianal scent with a hint of vanilla. Yarrow Achillea millefolium Sharp, woody, herbaceous dark blue essential oil Ylang-Ylang Cananga adorata floral Ylang ylang oil is intense floral, sweet, jasmine-like, almost narcotic sen
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