ESSENTIAL OIL	LATIN NAME	SCENT	EFFECT/USE/COMMENT
Allspice Berry	Pimenta dioica	Soft, warm aroma	Comforts, lifts the spirit, & inspires confidence
Almond, Bitter	Prunus species	Sweet nutty aroma reminiscent of almond kernels, cherry aroma	Nurtures the spirit & dissolves emotional turmoil & stress
Amyris	Amyris balsamifera	Balsamic scent similar to sandalwood	Inspires emotional strength & centers awareness
Anise	Pimpinella anisum	Sweet, licorice-like aroma	Aids digestion & inspires exhilaration, euphoria, & elation
Balsam, Peru	Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae	Rich, vanilla-like scent	A soothing addition to skin creams & cleansers
Basil, Sweet	Ocimum basilicum	Spicy & herbaceous	Gives emotional lift & inspires mentally
Bay	Pimenta racemosa	Spicy, sweet aroma	Invigorates, opens the senses, & enlivens the spirit
Bergamot	Citrus bergamia	Fresh, fruity scent	Makes a refreshing room spray
Bergamot BF (Bergaptene-Free)	Citrus bergamia	Fresh, fruity scent	Key ingredient in classic colognes
Cajeput	Melaleuca minor	Penetrating, camphoraceous scent products	Used in soaps, detergents, & skin care
Camphor White	Cinnamomum camphora	Penetrating, medicinal aroma	Used in chest rubs & balms for muscles and joints
Cardamom Seed	Elettaria cardamomum	Warm, spicy aroma	Men & women’s perfumes are enhanced with this
Carrot Seed	Daucus carota	A superb essential oil	Skin-nourishing, helps balance oily & dry complexions, heals damaged skin & aged skin
Cassia (Cinnamon) Bark	Cinnamomum cassia	Comforting aroma	Highly irritating, should not come in contact with the skin
Cedarwood, Atlas	Cedrus atlantica	Deep, woody & rich	Benefits similar to sandalwood -inspires emotional strength & centers awareness
Cedarwood, Red	Juniperus virginiana	Balsamic, woody aroma	Relaxing, meditative properties, adds warmth to blends
Cedarwood, Texas	Juniperus mexicana	Similar properties to sandalwood	Helps focus thoughts & stabilize emotions
Chamomile, German	Matricaria recutita	Mild & soothing scent	Popular in massage oils, deep blue oil
Chamomile, Roman	Chamaemelum nobile	Sweet, apple-like aroma	Soothes skin flare-ups & body soreness
Chamomile, Wild	Ormenis multicaulis	Fresh, herbaceous aroma	Helps balance changes that take place during menopause
Cinnamon Bark	Cinnamomum zeylanicum	Comforting aroma	Highly irritating, should not come in contact with the skin
Cinnamon Leaf	Cinnamomum verum	Spicey hot aroma	Energizing, focusing, & revitalizing, enhances active reasoning when diffused into the air
Cinnamon Leaf	Cinnamomum zeylanicum	Spicey hot aroma	Energizing, focusing, & revitalizing, enhances active reasoning when diffused into the air
Citronella	Cymbopogon nardus	Lemon-like aroma	Component of bug-repelling sprays
Clary Sage	Salvia sclarea	Sweet, soothing aroma with intriguing musk & wine-like nuances	Key ingredient in many skin care formulas
Clove Bud	Syzygium aromaticum	Sweet, spicy aroma	Familiar & comforting, evokes a calm energy that can motivate action
Coriander Seed	Coriandrum sativum	Similar to bergamot, but with a woody nuance	Adds a sweet freshness to soaps & perfumes
Cypress	Cupressus sempervirens	Soothing herbaceous, woody aroma	Skin-tightening, pore-reducing effect
Eucalyptus, Globulus	Eucalyptus globulus	Fresh, penetrating scent	Common ingredient in salves & cold-care products
Eucalyptus, Radiata	Eucalyptus radiata	Fresh, penetrating scent	Common ingredient in salves and cold-care products
Fennel Seed	Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce	Sweet & warm aroma with a spicy, anise-like quality	Used as an/a/to antiseptic, antispasmodic, blood purifier, diuretic, relieve gas, promote the menstral cycle, relieve phlem, induce milk secretion, laxative, stimulate stomach contractions, tonic, & expel worms
Fir Needle Balsam	Abies balsamea	Holiday evergreen aroma	Opens breathing, invigorates, & lifts the spirit
Fir Needle Silver	Aibes alba	Foresty, clean, and sweet	Opens and refreshes the senses
Frankincense	Boswellia sacra	Sweet, balsamic aroma	Used extensively in incense & fine perfumery for thousands of years
Geranium	Pelargonium graveolens	Rose-like aroma with minty undertones	Provides balancing properties to dry & oily complexions
Geranium (Bourbon)	Pelargonium graveolens	Rose-like scent	Remarkable staying power valued in perfumery
Ginger	Zingiber officinale	Earthy aroma	Adds warmth when blended with sensual oils such as patchouli & jasmine, added to skin care oils warms & invigorates muscles
Grapefruit	Citrus paradisi	Grapefruit has a tangy, citrus scent that is especially appreciated by children	Used as an antidepressant, antiseptic, a diuretic, disinfectant, stimulant for the lymph system, and a tonic
Helichrysum (Immortelle)	Helichrysum angustifolium	Honey-chamomile, tea-like aroma	Comforting, uplifting, & extremely long lasting
Hyssop	Hyssopus officinalis	Sweet, herbal scent	A purifying oil, blends well with clove, lavender, rosemary, sage, & citrus oils
Jasmine	Jasminum grandiflorium	Exotic floral aroma	A common ingredient in perfumes, potent & radiant aroma
Juniper Berry	Juniperus communis	Fruity, woody aroma	Invigorates & encourages the release of toxins when used in massage oils
Juniper Berry & Branch	Juniperus communis	Slightly more woody & pine needle-like aroma than juniper berry oil	Used as an antiseptic, to relieve gas, induce perspiration, as a diuretic, to increase blood flow to the skin, and as a tonic
Lavandin	Lavandula x intermedia	Camphor-like aroma with floral undertones reminiscent of lavender	A natural cross-pollination of true lavender & spike lavender, gently purifying
Lavender	Lavandula angustifolia	Pleasant floral aroma	Calming, relaxing, refreshing, toning, & cleansing, most popular oil in aromatherapy
Lavender, Spike	Lavandula latifolia	Powerful, lavender-tinged scent of spike	Blends well with other oils in purifying room sprays, insect repellents, & body care products
Lemon	Citrus limon	Sweetly scented	From the peel of the fresh fruit, purifying
Lemon Eucalyptus	Eucalyptus citriodora	Lemon-like tone to the familiar penetrating aroma of eucalyptus	Contains citronella
Lemongrass	Cymbopogon flexuosus	Lemony-herbaceous scent	An effective cleansing & astringent ingredient in skin care preparations
Lime	Citrus aurantifolia	Shares many of the same aromatherapy qualities as lemon	From fresh lime peel
Marjoram, Sweet	Origanum majorana	No sweet floral aroma as with lavender	Many of the same benefits as lavender
Marjoram, Wild	Thymus mastichina	Warm, spicy, herbaceous aroma	Use with skin care oils for an invigorating massage oil
Myrrh	Commiphora myrrha	Spicy, earthy aroma of myrrh	Used as incense for almost 4,000 years
Myrtle	Myrtus communis	Sweet, penetrating scent	Excellent for chest massage during the cold & flu season
Neroli	Citrus aurantium	Fresh floral-citrus aroma	Soothes agitated nervous states & is especially effective for relief from despair & grief
Nutmeg	Myristica fragrans	Warm, spicey aroma	Warming, activating, soothes soreness in overworked muscles
Orange Mandarin	Citrus reticulata	Neroli-like, floral nuance	Calms the spirit & balances emotions
Orange, Sweet	Citrus sinensis	Fresh citrus scent	Gentle, clarifying, cheers the heart, & brightens the mood
Oregano	Oreganum vulgare	Sweet herbaceous aroma	Highly active, can be a strong skin irritant, use should be limited to purifying diffusions
Palmarosa	Cymbopogon martinii	Lemon-like scent with floral nuances	Used in cleansing, astringent skin care products
Patchouli	Pogostemon cablin	Rich, earthy aroma	Provides a link between floral & herbaceous oils for healthy skin
Peppermint	Mentha x piperita	Potent fresh, minty aroma	Cools and refreshes
Peru Balsam	Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae	Rich, vanilla-like scent	A soothing addition to skin creams and cleansers
Petitgrain		Fresh, sweet fragrance with a woody undertone	Made from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree
Pine	Pinus species	Woody, typical evergreen aroma	Invigorating
Pine	Pinus sylvestris	Woody, typical evergreen aroma	Invigorating
Rose Otto	Rose damascena	Exquisite floral asroma	Powerful effect on the emotions & spirit, brings harmony & peace, dispels fear & tension
Rosemary	Rosmarinus officinalis	Fresh, herbaceous scent	Purifying properties
Rosewood	Aniba rosaeodora	Warm and woody, yet floral and fruity aroma	Tones the skin, stabilizes emotions, & centers awareness
Sage, Dalmation	Salvia officinalis	Sharp, spicy, and herbaceous aroma	Potent, use one or two drops with lavandin for a purifying diffusion
Sandalwood	Santalum spicatum	Powerful earthy, woody scent	Valuable perfume fixative, sacred in many traditions, knowned for inspiring insight & spiritual elevation
Spearmint	Mentha spicata	Sweet, minty aroma	Softer, more gentle energy than peppermint
Spruce	Picea/Tsuga species	Pleasant, balsamic, sweet, fresh fragrance	Used in air fresheners, disinfectants, & soaps
Tangerine	Citrus reticulata	Fresh, fruity scent	Delightful addition to children’s aromatherapy blends
Tea Tree	Melaleuca alternifolia	Intense, medicinal aroma, tea tree can be	Used to cleanse & purify the skin
Thyme, Red	Thymus vulgaris	Sharp, herbaceous, medicinal aroma	High in thymol, a must for diffusion during cold & flu season
Thyme, White	Thymus vulgaris	Spicey herbaceous scent	Result of a re-distillation of red thyme
Vetiver	Vetiveria zizanioides	Rich, earthy scent	Anchors the spirit & stabilizes emotions
Wintergreen	Gaultheria procumbens	Sweet, mint-like aroma	Component of dental products
Ylang Ylang Extra	Cananga odorata	Intense floral aroma	"Extra" grade (the highest quality) prized in perfumes
Ylang Ylang III	Cananga odorata	Intoxicating, sensual aroma	Elevates the spirit and consoles the heart

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