HEALTH BENEFITS/BASIC INFORMATION OF ESSENTIAL OILS

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ALLSPICE

Botanical Name: Pimenta officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Part Typically Used: Berries

Color: Brown

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: sweet spicy,clove aroma

Allspice Oil Uses: Arthritis, cramps, digestion, depression, bronchitis

 

AMBRETTE SEED ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Abelmoschus moschatus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seed

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Musky, woody,floral

Ambrette Seed Absolute Uses: pain, circulation, anxiety, depression

 

AMYRIS

Botanical Name: Amyris balsamifera

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild

Aromatic Description: sweet, vanilla, woody

Amyris Oil Uses: Fragrances, antiseptic, sedative

 

ANGELICA ROOT

Botanical Name: Angelica archangelica

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Root

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: peppery, woody, herb

Angelica Root Oil Uses: gout, psoriasis, remove toxins

 

ANISE

Botanical Name: Pimpinella anisum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seed

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet

Anise Oil Uses: colds, coughs, flu, rheumatism

 

ANISE STAR

Botanical Name: Illicium verum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Sharp, aroma

Star Anise Oil Uses: bronchitis, coughs, colic, digestion, cramps, flu

 

ATLAS CEDARWOOD

Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: Sweet, Woody

Atlas Cedarwood Oil Uses: Acne, bronchitis, cystitis, dandruff

 

B

BALSAM

Botanical Name: Myroxylon pereirae

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Balsam

Color: Dark Brown

Consistency: Very Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fresh, earthy

Peru Balsam Oil Uses: colds, eczema, flu, rashes

 

BASIL

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, herbaceous

Basil Oil Uses: colds, coughs, flatulence, gout, insect bites, rheumatism

 

HOLY BASIL

Botanical Name: Ocimum sanctum / Ocimum gratissimum / Ociumum tenuiflorum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, flowers, buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Strong, warm, spicy

Holy Basil Uses: wide array of uses do your research first

 

BAY

Botanical Name: Pimenta racemosa

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Deep Golden Yellow

Consistency: Thin – Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: fruity, spicy

Bay Oil Uses: Dandruff, hair care, poor circulation

 

BAY LAUREL

Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: fruity

Bay Laurel Oil Uses: Amenorrhea, colds

 

BEESWAX ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name (of the honeybee): Apis mellifera

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Wax

Color: Deep Golden Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Rich, sweet, floral

Beeswax Absolute Uses: Perfumery, fragrances

 

BENZOIN ABSOLUTEM

Botanical Name: Styrax benzoin / Styrax tonkinensis

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Resin

Color: Golden Brown

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Light-Medium

Aromatic Description: Rich, woody, vanilla

Styrax Bezoin Resin Uses: Arthritis, coughing, stress

 

 

BERGAMOT

Botanical Name: Citrus bergamia

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press, Steam

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Green/Golden

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, citrus, floral

Bergamot Oil Uses: Acne, abscesses, cold sores, depression, psoriasis

 

BERGAMOT MINT

Botanical Name: Mentha Citrata / Mentha aquatica L. var. citrata

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: Fresh, citrusy, floral

Bergamot Mint Oil Uses: perfumery

 

BLACK PEPPER

Botanical Name: Piper nigrum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Peppercorns

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Crisp, fresh

Black Pepper Oil Uses: Aching muscles, arthritis, constipation, cramps, digestion

 

BLOOD ORANGE

Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Pale Yellow – Orange

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium-Strong

Aromatic Description: citrusy

Blood Orange Oil Uses: Antispasmodic, Anti-inflammatory, Antidepressant

 

BLUE CYPRESS

Botanical Name: Callitris intratropica

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Pale Yellow, pale blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, lemon, cedar

Blue Cypress Oil Uses: Arthritis, fragrance

 

BLUE TANSY

Botanical Name: Tanacetum annuum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers, Buds, Leaves

Color: Blue

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fruity, floral

Blue Tansy Oil Uses: Anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine, anti-fungal

 

BOI-DE-ROSE

Botanical Name: Aniba rosaeodora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, woody, fruity

Rosewood Oil Uses: Acne, colds, skin, fever, stretch marks

 

BORONIA ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Boronia megastigma

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Brown

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: floral

Boronia Absolute Uses: perfumery

 

BURSERA GRAVEOLENS

Botanical Name: Bursera Graveolens

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Clear – Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, woody

Palo Santo Oil Uses: spiritual applications, Insect repellent, respiratory ailments

 

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CADE

Botanical Name: Juniperus oxycedrus

Common Method of Extraction of Rectified Cade Oil: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Generally Light Brown

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Smoky

Cade Oil Uses: dandruff, wounds, dermatitis, eczema

 

CAJEPUT

Botanical Name: Melaleuca leucadendron / Melaleuca cajuputi

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, fruity

Cajeput Oil Uses: Asthma, bronchitis, coughs, aches, rheumatism, sinusitis

 

CANANGA

Botanical Name: Cananga odorata / Cananga odorata var macrophylla

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Floral, sweet, woody

Cananga Oil Uses: insect bites, anxiety, fragrances

 

CARAWAY SEED

Botanical Name: Carum carvi

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, spicy, fruity

Caraway Seed Oil Uses: coughing, laryngitis, colds

 

CARDAMOM

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Spicy, woody, sweet

Cardamom Oil Uses: Appetite, colic, fatigue
 

CARROT SEED

Botanical Name: Daucus carota

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Earthy, warm

Carrot Seed Oil Uses: Eczema, gout, toxin build-up

 

CASSIA

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum cassia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Bark

Color: Yellow/Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Spicy, sweet, earthy

Cassia Oil Uses: Fragrance, digestion, colic, rheumatism

 

CATNIP

Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers, Buds

Color: Pale Yellow/Orange

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: mint

Catnip Oil Uses: anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, astringent

 

CEDARWOOD, ATLAS

Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: Woody, sweet

Atlas Cedarwood Oil Uses: Acne, arthritis, cystitis, dermatitis

 

CEDARWOOD, VIRGINIAN

Botanical Name: Juniperus virginiana

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody

Possible Uses: Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, dermatitis

 

CHAMOMILE, GERMANY

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fruity

German Chamomile Oil Uses: arthritis, wounds, dermatitis, headache, insomnia, rheumatism

 

CHAMOMILE, ROMAN

Botanical Name: Anthemis nobilis / Chamaemelum nobile

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers, Buds

Color: Very Pale Blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Bright, sweet, fruity

Roman Chamomile Oil Uses: Abscesses, arthritis, dermatitis, headache, insomnia, rheumatism

 

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita v. chocolat

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers, Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: peppermint aroma

Chocolate Peppermint Oil Uses: Limited documentation available

 

CILANTRO

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Plant Part Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description for Coriander Seed Oil: Sweet, herbaceous, spicy, woody

Coriander Seed Oil Uses: arthritis, fatigue, grout, rheumatism

 

CINNAMON

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaf, Bark

Color: Yellow/Brown

Consistency: oily

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: richer aroma than cinnamon

Cinnamon Oil Uses: Constipation, rheumatism, scabies

 

CISTUS

Botanical Name: Cistus ladaniferus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers, Leaves

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, spicy

Cistus Oil Uses: Antiseptic, anti-microbial, expectorant

 

CITRONELLA

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon nardus / Cymbopogon winterianus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Grass

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Citrusy, fruity, fresh

Citronella Oil Uses: Excessive perspiration, fatigue, insect repellent

 

CLARY SAGE

Botanical Name: Salvia sclarea

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers, Buds

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: earthy, herbaceous,fruity

Clary Sage Oil Uses: asthma, dysmenorrhea labor pain

 

CLOVE BUD

Botanical Name: Eugenia caryophyllata

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Buds

Color: Yellow/Brown

Consistency: Medium, Oily

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Spicy, woody

Clove Oil Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, rheumatism, toothache

 

COFFEE ABSOLUTE OR CO2

Botanical Name: Coffea arabica

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Beans

Color: Dark Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Strong, rich

Coffee Oil Uses: Perfumery

 

COMMON SAGE

Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers, Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: fruity, fresh

Sage Oil Uses: Fragrance

COPAIBA BALSAM

Botanical Name: Copaifera officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Gum/Resin

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, woody, earthy

Copaiba Balsam Uses: anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antimicrobial

 

CORIADER

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Plant Part Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description for Coriander Seed Oil: Sweet, spicy, woody

Coriander Seed Oil Uses: arthritis, colic, gout, indigestion, rheumatism

 

CORNMINT

Botanical Name: Mentha arvensis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: menthol/mint aroma

Cornmint Oil Uses: like peppermint oil

 

CUMIN

Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Yellow

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Spicy, earthy

Cumin Oil Uses: circulation, cramps, indigestion, fatigue

 

CYPRESS

Botanical Name: Cupressus sempervirens

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody

Cypress Oil Uses: perspiration, hemorrhoids, rheumatism, varices veins

 

CYPRESS, BLUE

Botanical Name: Callitris intratropica

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Pale Yellow, Pale blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, lemon

Blue Cypress Oil Uses: Arthritis, asthma, fragrance

 

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DAVANA

Botanical Name: Artemisia pallens

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Orange

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, fruity, woody

Davana Oil Uses: Anxiety, wounds, antiseptic

 

DILL

Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Watery

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild

Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, herbaceous, earthy

Dill Oil Uses: Amenorrhea, flatulence, pain

 

DALMATIAN SAGE

Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: fruity, fresh

Sage Oil Uses: Fragrance

 

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ELEMI

Botanical Name: Canarium luzonicum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Resin

Color: Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, citrusy, peppery

Elemi Oil Uses: Bronchitis, cough, wounds

 

EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus globulus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: fresh, woody, earthy

Eucalyptus Oil Uses: bronchitis, colds, poor circulation

 

EUCALYPTUS CITRIODORA (LEMON)

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus citriodora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, lemony, fresh

Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil Uses: bronchitis, colds, poor circulation

 

EUCALYPTUS RADIATA

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus radiata

Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medim

Aromatic Description: sweet, fruity.

Eucalyptus Radiata Oil Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.

 

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FENNEL

Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Faint Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, spicy, licorice-like

Fennel Oil Uses: Bruises, cellulites, halitosis, toxin build-up

 

FIR NEEDLE

Botanical Name: Abies alba

Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin with an Oily Texture

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, earthy, sweet.

Fir Needle Oil Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, colds, coughs, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism, sinusitis.

 

FRANKINCENSE

Botanical Name: Boswellia carterii

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Resin

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, spicy, fruity

Frankincense Oil Uses: Anxiety, bronchitis, coughing, stretch marks

 

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GALBANUM

Botanical Name: Ferula galbaniflua

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Resin

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, spicy

Galbanum Oil Uses: Abscesses, acne, rheumatism, scars, wounds

 

GERANIUM

Botanical Name: Pelargonium graveolens / Pelargonium asperum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear to Amber

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Floral, fresh, sweet

Geranium Oil Uses: Acne, lice, menopause

 

GERANIUM, ROSE

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Deep Blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fruity

German Chamomile Oil Uses: arthritis, dermatitis, headache, insect bites, rheumatism, wounds

 

GERMAN CHAMOMILE

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers/Buds

Color: Deep Blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fruity

German Chamomile Oil Uses: boils, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, headache, insomnia, rheumatism, wounds

 

GINGER

Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Root

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Warm, spicy, earthy, woody

Ginger Oil Uses: Aching muscles, arthritis

 

GRAPEFRUIT

Botanical Name: Citrus paradisi

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: Citrusy

Grapefruit Oil Uses: Cellulitis, toxin build-up, water retention

 

GURJUM BALSAM

Botanical Name: Dipterocarpus jourdainii

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Balsam

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Sweet, peppery

Gerjum Balsum Uses: Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, skin inflammation

 

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HELICHRYSUM

Botanical Name: Helichrysum angustifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, earthy

Helichrysum Oil Uses: acne, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, wounds

 

HEMLOCK

Botanical Name: Tsuga canadensis / Pinus canadensis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles, Twigs

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody

Hemlock Oil Uses: bronchitis, colds, flu

 

HO LEAF

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, earthy, woody

Ravintsara Oil Uses: Influenza, Shingles, Depression, Promotes Sleep

 

HO WOOD

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora var linalool

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood, Bark, Twigs

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fresh

Ho Wood Oil Uses: analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial

 

HOLY BASIL

Botanical Name: Ocimum sanctum / Ocimum gratissimum / Ociumum tenuiflorum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Strong, spicy

Holy Basil Uses: Limited information

 

HOPS

Botanical Name: Humulus lupulus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, earthy

Hops Oil Uses: Anxiety, Stress, Insomnia

 

HYSSOP

Botanical Name: Hyssopus officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, earthy, fruity

Hyssop Oil Uses: coughing, sore throat

 

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Botanical Name: Helichrysum angustifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, earthy

Helichrysum Oil Uses: acne, boils, dermatitis, eczema

 

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JASMINE ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Jasminum grandiflorum

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Deep Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Warm, floral

Jasmine Absolute Uses: Depression, labor pains

 

JUNIPER BERRY

Botanical Name: Juniperus communis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Berries

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild

Aromatic Description: woody, sweet, earthy, fruity

Juniper Oil Uses: Colds, acne, gout, toxin build-up
 

K

KANUKA

Botanical Name: Leptospermum ericoides

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, earthy

Kanuka Oil Uses: Acne, athlete’s foot, colds, insect bites, ringworm, warts

 

L

LABDANUM

Botanical Name: Cistus ladaniferus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers, Leaves

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody,spicy

Cistus Oil Uses: Antiseptic, anti-microbial, expectorant

 

LAUREL LEAF

Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: fruity

Bay Laurel Oil Uses: Amenorrhea, flu

 

LAVENDER

Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia / Lavandula officianalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: floral, fresh, sweet

Lavender Oil Uses: Acne, athlete’s foot, cystitis, labor pains, rheumatism, scabies, stretch marks

 

LAVENDER, SPIKE

Botanical Name: Lavandula latifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowering Tops

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: floral, fresh

Spike Lavender Oil Uses: like lavender oil.

 

LAVENDIN

Botanical Name: Lavandula abrialis / Lavandin Abrialis, Lavandula intermedia / Lavandula hybrida / Lavandin Grosso, Lavandin Super

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet

 

LEMON

Botanical Name: Citrus limon

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: lemony

Lemon Oil Uses: Athlete’s foot, colds, varicose veins, warts

 

LEMON BALM

Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Fresh, lemony

Melissa Oil Uses: depression, insomnia, migraine, menstrual cramping, indigestion, insect repellent, fragrance

 

LEMON EUCALYPTUS

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus citriodora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, lemony

Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil Uses: cold sores, poor circulation

 

LEMONGRASS

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus / Cymbopogon flexuosus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Grass

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Fresh, lemony, earthy

Lemongrass Oil Uses: Acne, athlete’s foot, skin, scabies

 

LEMON MYRTLE

Botanical Name: Backhousia citriodora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: lemony

Lemon Myrtle Oil Uses: Not available

 

LEMON TEA TREE

Botanical Name: Leptospermum petersonii

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Lemony

 

LIME

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Light Green

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet

Lime Oil Uses: Acne, colds

 

LINDEN BLOSSOM ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Tilia vulgaris

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Blossoms

Color: Deep Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: floral

Linden Blossom Absolute Uses: Headache, insomnia, migraine, stress

 

M

MANDARIN

Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Greenish Orange

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Very sweet, fruity

Mandarin Oil Uses: Acne, insomnia, scars

 

MANDRAVASAROTRA

Botanical Name: Cinnamosma fragrans

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: fruity

 

MANUKA

Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Woody, earthy

Manuka Oil Uses: Acne, cold sores, colds, insect bites, ringworm, warts

 

MARJORAM

Botanical Name: Origanum majorana

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, woody

Marjoram Oil Uses: Aching muscles, amenorrhea, coughing, muscle cramps, rheumatism, stress

 

MAY CHANG

Botanical Name: Litsea cubeba

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Fruit

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Medium

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Sharp, lemony

May Chang Oil Uses: Acne, indigestion

 

MELISSA

Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Fresh, lemony

Melissa Oil Uses: Anxiety, insomnia, indigestion, insect repellent, fragrance

 

MULLEIN

Botanical Name: Verbascum thapsus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Spicy

Mullein Oil Uses: expectorant, anti-inflammatory

 

MYRRH

Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Resin

Color: Golden Yellow/Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Warm, earthy, woody

Myrrh Oil Uses: athlete’s foot, bronchitis, halitosis, hemorrhoids, ringworm, toothache

 

MYRRH, SWEET

Botanical Name: Commiphora guidottii / Commiphora erythraea

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Gum/Resin

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: woody

Opoponax Oil Uses: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, fragrance

 

MYRTLE

Botanical Name: Myrtus communis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top – Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, floral

Myrtle Oil Uses: Asthma, coughs

 

MYRTLE, LEMON

Botanical Name: Backhousia citriodora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: lemony

Lemon Myrtle Oil Uses: immune function, concentration

 

N

NEROLI

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Blossoms

Color: Orange – Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: floral, sweet

Neroli Oil Uses: Depression, insomnia, scars, stretch marks

 

NIAOULI

Botanical Name: Melaleuca quinquenervia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Earthy, musty

Niaouli Oil Uses: acne, colds, sore throat

 

NUTMEG

Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: spicy, sweet, woody

Nutmeg Oil Uses: fatigue, muscle aches, rheumatism

 

O

OAK MOSS ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Evernia prunastri

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Moss

Color: Dark Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: earthy, woody

Oakmoss Absolute Uses: perfumery

 

OLIBANUM

Botanical Name: Boswellia carterii

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Resin

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, spicy

Frankincense Oil Uses: Anxiety, coughing, scars, stretch marks

 

OPOPONAX

Botanical Name: Commiphora guidottii / Commiphora erythraea

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Gum/Resin

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: woody

Opoponax Oil Uses: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, fragrance

 

ORANGE, BITTER

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Orange

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: bitter orange

Bitter Orange Oil Uses: Colds, gums, digestion

 

ORANGE, BLOOD

Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: complex aroma

 

ORANGE, SWEET

Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Orange

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Citrusy, sweet

Sweet Orange Oil Uses: Colds, constipation, slow digestion

 

OREGANO

Botanical Name: Oreganum vulgare

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Medium

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Herbaceous, sharp

Oregano Oil Uses: Coughs, digestion

 

P

PALMAROSA

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon martini

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: floral, sweet

 

PALO SANTO

Botanical Name: Bursera Graveolens

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Clear – Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: woody, citrusy

Palo Santo Oil Uses: spiritual applications, Insect repellent, respiratory ailments

 

PARSLEY

Botanical Name: Petroselinum sativum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seed

Color: Light Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: woody

Parsley Seed Oil Uses: Amenorrhea, arthritis, cystitis, indigestion, rheumatism

 

PATCHOULI

Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Deep Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: earthy, woody, fruity

Patchouli Oil Uses: Acne, athlete’s foot, eczema, fatigue, stress

 

PEPPER, BLACK

Botanical Name: Piper nigrum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Peppercorns

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Crisp, fresh

Black Pepper Oil Uses: Aching muscles, arthritis, poor circulation, digestion

 

PEPPER, PINK

Botanical Name: Schinus molle

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Peppercorns

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Crisp, fresh

Pink Pepper Oil Uses: Arthritis, Circulation, Antiviral

 

PEPPERMINT

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Minty

Peppermint Oil Uses: Asthma, colic, scabies, sinusitis, vertigo.

 

PEPPERMINT, CHOCOLATE

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita v. chocolat

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves, Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: peppermint

Chocolate Peppermint Oil Uses: Limited documentation

 

PERU BALSAM

Botanical Name: Myroxylon pereirae

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Balsam

Color: Dark Brown

Consistency: Very Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fresh, earthy

Peru Balsam Oil Uses: Bronchitis, colds, eczema, rashes

 

PETITGRAIN

Botanical Name: Myroxylon pereirae

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Balsam

Color: Dark Brown

Consistency: Very Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fresh, earthy

Peru Balsam Oil Uses: colds, eczema, stress

 

PIMENTO BERRY/LEAF

Botanical Name: Pimenta officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Berries

Color: Brown

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: sweet, spicy

Allspice Oil Uses: rheumatism, cramps, coughs, bronchitis

 

PINE, SCOTCH

Botanical Name: Pinus sylvestris

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, earthy

Scotch Pine Oil Uses: Colds, rheumatism, sinusitis

 

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RAVENSARA

Botanical Name: Ravensara aromatica

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, fruity

Ravensara Oil Uses: Colds, Cold Sores, Shingles, Pain

 

RAVINTSARA

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: earthy, woody

Ravintsara Oil Uses: Shingles, Stress, Promotes Sleep

 

ROCK ROSE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Botanical Name: Cistus ladaniferus

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers, Leaves

Color: Golden Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, spicy

Cistus Oil Uses: Antiseptic, astringent, expectorant

 

ROMAN CHAMOMILE

Botanical Name: Anthemis nobilis / Chamaemelum nobile

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers/Buds

Color: Gray/Very Pale Blue

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: sweet, fruity

Roman Chamomile Oil Uses: Abscesses, arthritis, boils, dermatitis, inflamed skin, PMS, wounds

 

ROSE OTTO

Botanical Name: Rosa damascena

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent or Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers/Petals

Color: Deep Red-Light Yellow

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: floral, sweet.

Rose Oil Uses: eczema, menopause, stress

 

ROSEMARY

Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet

Rosemary Oil Uses: arthritis, dandruff, gout, poor circulation, rheumatism

 

ROSEWOOD

Botanical Name: Aniba rosaeodora

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, woody

Rosewood Oil Uses: Acne, colds, fever, headache, stress, stretch marks

 

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SAGE, CLARY

Botanical Name: Salvia sclarea

Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Light Golden Yellow

Consistency: Thin to Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong

Aromatic Description: earthy, herbaceous, fruity

Clary Sage Oil Uses: Amenorrhea, asthma, exhaustion, stress

 

SAGE, COMMON

Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: fruity

Sage Oil Uses: Fragrance

 

SAGE, DALMATION

Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: fruity, fresh

Sage Oil Uses: Fragrance

 

SAGE, SPANISH

Botanical Name: Salvia lavandulaefolia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Herbaceous

Spanish Sage Oil Uses: Acne, dermatitis, arthritis, pains, colds, anxiety, fragrance

 

SANDALWOOD

Botanical Name: Santalum album

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Medium – Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, woody

Sandalwood Oil Uses: chapped skin, depression, scars, stretch marks

 

SARO

Botanical Name: Cinnamosma fragrans

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: fruity

Saro Oil Uses: expectorant, coughs, depression, anxiety

 

SCOTCH PINE

Botanical Name: Pinus sylvestris

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, earthy

Scotch Pine Oil Uses: Colds, rheumatism, sinusitis

 

SPEARMINT

Botanical Name: Mentha spicata / Mentha cardiaca

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leave, Flowers/Buds

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Minty, fruity

Spearmint Oil Uses: Asthma, fever, flatulence, vertigo

 

SPIKE LAVENDER

Botanical Name: Lavandula latifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Buds/Flowering Tops

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: floral, fresh, sweet

Spike Lavender Oil Uses: like lavender oil

 

SPIKENARD

Botanical Name: Nardostachys jatamansi

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Root

Color: Golden Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Earthy, woody, musty

Spikenard Oil Uses: Rashes, wrinkles

 

SPRUCE

Botanical Name: Picea mariana

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Needles

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: woody, sweet, fruity

Spruce Oil Uses: Coughing, depression

 

SPRUCE, HEMLOCK

Botanical Name: Tsuga canadensis / Pinus canadensis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Part Typically Used: Needles and Twigs

Color: Clear

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, earthy.

Hemlock Oil Uses: Muscular aches, bronchitis, coughs, colds, flu, anxiety, stress.

 

STAR ANISE

Botanical Name: Illicium verum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Seeds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Sharp, anise

Star Anise Oil Uses: Rheumatism, coughing, colic, indigestion

 

SWEET MYRRH

Botanical Name: Commiphora guidottii / Commiphora erythraea

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Gum/Resin

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: deep, woody

Opoponax Oil Uses: Antiseptic, expectorant, fragrance

 

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TAGETES

Botanical Name: Tagetes minuta

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Gold

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, floral

Tagetes Oil Uses: Corns, warts

 

TANGERINE

Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Press

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: Orange

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: sweet, citrusy

 

TANSEY, BLUE

Botanical Name: Tanacetum annuum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers/Buds

Color: Blue

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sweet, fruity

Blue Tansy Oil Uses: Anti-inflammatory, anti-allergen, anti-fungal

 

TEA TREE, COMMON

Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: fresh, woody, earthy

Tea Tree Oil Uses: Acne, cold sores, colds, ringworm

 

TEA TREE, LEMON

Botanical Name: Leptospermum petersonii

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Lemony

 

TEA TREE, NEW ZEALAND

Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Woody, earthy

Manuka Oil Uses: Acne, athlete’s foot, itching, migraine, oily skin, ringworm, sinusitis

 

THYME

Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris / Thymus zygis

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, medicinal

Thyme Oil Uses: dermatitis, muscle aches, poor circulation, scabies

 

TOBACCO ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Nicotania tabacum

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Brown

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Rich, earthy

Tobacco Oil Uses: Perfumery

 

TUBEROSE ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Polianthes tuberosa

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Orange

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: sweet, floral

Tuberose Absolute Uses: perfumery

 

TULSI

Botanical Name: Ocimum sanctum / Ocimum gratissimum / Ociumum tenuiflorum

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Pale Yellow

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Strong, spicy

Holy Basil Uses: Limited information

 

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VANILLA ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Vanilla planifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Seeds/Beans

Color: Deep Brown

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong

Aromatic Description: Rich, warm, sweet

Vanilla Absolute Uses: Perfumery

 

VETIVER

Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanoides

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Root

Color: Brown

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Bold

Aromatic Description: Woody, smoky, spicy

Vetiver Possible Uses: Acne, depression, insomnia, rheumatism

 

VIOLET LEAF ABSOLUTE

Botanical Name: Viola odorata

Common Method of Extraction: Solvent

Part Typically Used: Leaves

Color: Dark Green

Consistency: Thick

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Middle

Aromatic Description: earthy, floral

Possible Uses: headache, rheumatism

 

VIRGINIAN CEDARWOOD

Botanical Name: Juniperus virginiana

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Wood

Color: Clear

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody

Possible Uses: arthritis, cystitis, dandruff

 

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YARROW

Botanical Name: Achillea millefolium

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Leaves and Flowers/Buds

Color: Blue

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Sharp, woody

Possible Uses: Fever, hemorrhoids, indigestion, varicose veins

 

YLANG YLANG

Botanical Name: Cananga odorata var genuina

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Flowers

Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge

Consistency: Medium

Perfumery Note: Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: floral, sweet, fruity

Possible Uses: Anxiety, palpitations, stress

 

YUZU

Botanical Name: Citrus junos

Common Method of Extraction: Steam

Part Typically Used: Rind (Peel)

Color: orange

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: citrusy

 

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