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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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