Lavender Lavandula angustifolia

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1 flowers and leaves France, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Australia fresh and flowery-sweet balancing, calming L A V E N D E R Lavandula angustifolia Lavender Lavandula angustifolia Lavender is one of the best essential oils for creating aromatherapy blends. It goes well with potent floral oils like rose absolute as well as powerfully herbaceous ones like rosemary. Lavender is a gentle oil that can be applied by the drop directly to the skin and is applicable to a wide range of mental and physical conditions. Easy to use in blends and moderately priced, lavender is especially useful for the beginning aromatherapist.

2 leaves China, Australia, Portugal fresh, camphorous purifying, invigorating E U C A L Y P T U S Eucalyptus globulus The distinct, penetrating aroma of eucalyptus is familiar to us from its common use as an ingredient in chest rubs, salves, cold-care products and liniments. Although care must be taken that its strong scent doesn t dominate, it blends well with lavender, German chamomile, rosemary, and citrus oils. Purifying eucalyptus is a great starting point for aromatherapists who want to create a simple therapeutic blend for everyday use. Eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus

3 flowers and leaves United States, India, England strong, fresh, grassy cooling, refreshing P E P P E R M I N T Mentha x piperita Peppermint Mentha x piperita Peppermint has a fresh, potent, wake up! aroma that we know well from a wide variety of personal care products from oral hygiene products to soaps, shampoos, lotions and perfumes. Its invigorating quality makes it popular for use on its own, and it energizes blends containing lavender, rosemary, tea tree, lemon and sweet orange. A small amount of peppermint can be used to create a pleasant surprise and heightened therapeutic action in an otherwise subtle aromatherapy application.

4 leaves and branch tips Australia strong, medicinal, camphorous purifying, uplifting, cleansing T E A T R E E Melaleuca alternifolia Tea Tree Melaleuca alternifolia Tea tree is a very popular oil that can be found in a variety of skin-care products for its cleansing and purifying properties. The oil can also be used by the drop directly on the skin. It has an intense, medicinal aroma, but also blends well with spicy oils like clove bud and nutmeg, and herbaceous oils like rosemary and lavender. This safe and easy-to-use oil is effective for a wide variety of conditions and should be a staple in every natural first aid kit.

5 flowering tops France, Spain, Tunisia, Morocco herbaceous, camphorous, balsamic clarifying, invigorating, warming R O S E M A R Y Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary has a long association with memory, and recent scientific studies suggest that it may improve shortterm memory. Its potent, fresh scent stimulates mental alertness for activities like taking tests or driving at night. Rosemary oil has very strong activating and clarifying actions that make it an especially good choice for oily, dull skin and hair care. It combines especially well with lavender, peppermint and clove bud. Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis

6 peels United States, Israel, Brazil fresh, sweet uplifting, refreshing, cheering S W E E T O R A N G E Citrus sinensis The appeal of the familiar and lively scent of the orange makes this one of the world s most popular oils. Sweet orange adds an uplifting quality to blends and combines especially well with lavender, rose absolute and spice oils like clove bud. It is also used, well-diluted, in preparations for dull or oily skin. Its ability to freshen the air and lift the mood makes sweet orange popular with aromatherapists for room diffusion. Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis

7 peels United States, Italy, Israel rich, fresh, sweet energizing, refreshing, uplifting L E M O N Citrus x limon Lemon Citrus x limon The crisp and cheery aroma of lemon is a familiar feature of soaps, shampoos and cleaning products. Astringent lemon oil is good for skin care and can be blended with tea tree to make an especially effective detoxifying cleanser. It also blends well with sandalwood, geranium, lavender, eucalyptus, ylang ylang, rose absolute, bergamot, and other citrus oils. Lemon oil is the place to start if you plan to naturalize your daily cleaning.

8 flower buds Madagascar, Indonesia spicy, fresh, sweet warming, sense-enlivening C L O V E B U D Syzygium aromaticum Clove bud is an activating oil with a sweet, spicy aroma that s familiar and comforting. Commonly used in mouthwashes and for gargling, it s also a desensitizing agent used in oral-care products. Clove bud adds warmth to blends containing lavender, bergamot, and clary sage. It s also an excellent oil for diffusion (especially in combination with sweet orange) when you re after a cheerful, positive atmosphere. Clove Bud Syzygium aromaticum

9 dried leaves and stems Indonesia wine-like, floral, woody romantic, soothing, sensual P A T C H O U L I Pogostemon cablin Patchouli Pogostemon cablin The rich, earthy aroma of patchouli has characteristics of both floral and herbaceous oils and actually improves with age. Patchouli is used in shampoos and conditioners for oily hair and to soothe dry and irritated skin. Its stability makes it an excellent fixative, prolonging the life of blends containing geranium, lavender, clary sage, clove bud and cinnamon. Please note that it takes several minutes for the full aroma of authentic, high-quality patchouli oil to develop. Your patience will be rewarded!

10 peels Italy sweet, floral-citrus uplifting, confidence-building B E R G A M O T B F Citrus bergamia Bergamot oil contains bergaptene, a constituent that excites the skin s repsonse to ultraviolet light and causes you to burn more rapidly. Removing the bergaptene lessens the intensity of this process without degrading bergamot s fresh, fruity aroma and outstanding cleansing properties. Bergamot BF (bergaptene-free) blends well with geranium, lavender, and tea tree (it moderates tea tree s medicinal aroma). Bergamot BF Citrus bergamia

11 peels United States, Brazil, Israel fresh, sweet-citrus balancing, refreshing, cheering G R A P E F R U I T Citrus x paradisi The tangy, citrus scent of grapefruit is a big hit with children, making this an excellent oil for blending familyuse aromatherapy products such as bath oils. Kids and parents alike will appreciate a refreshing travel mist containing grapefruit and peppermint. Grapefruit also blends well with bergamot, lemon, geranium, lavender, rosemary, and ylang ylang. A great oil for adding a whimsical element to aromatherapy. Grapefruit Citrus x paradisi

12 blossoms Madagascar, Comoro Islands intense, floral sweet-woody romantic, alluring, exotic Y L A N G Y L A N G Cananga odorata Ylang Ylang Cananga odorata The sweet, intense floral aroma of ylang ylang ( flower of flowers ) is prized in perfumes. The oil is also used in soaps, detergents and other cleaning products and is a key ingredient in many skin-care and hair-care blends. Ylang ylang is a very soothing addition to the aromatherapy repertoire. It combines especially well with rose absolute for ultimate sensuality and also blends well with lavender, geranium and bergamot. An excellent choice for those who love the scent of flowers.

13 leaves and flowering branchlets Egypt, China, Reunion leafy, sweet, rosy balancing, normalizing, uplifting G E R A N I U M Pelargonium graveolens Safe and easy-to-use geranium oil has a rose-like, slightly herbal-minty aroma. It s an important ingredient in many bath and skin-care products; it provides balancing properties to both dry and oily complexions and is also a strong astringent. Geranium is effective in scenting the air through diffusion, and blends well (in judicious quantities) with lavender and clary sage. Geranium Pelargonium graveolens

14 leaves and twigs Sri Lanka warm, spicy refreshing, vitalizing C I N N A M O N L E A F Cinnamomum verum The spicy aroma of cinnamon leaf provides a bouquet of fresh clove and cinnamon scents decidedly pleasant and refreshing. Cinnamon leaf is said to enhance the thought process and is often diffused into the air for mental clarity and inspiration. It blends well with bergamot, lavender, clary sage, and ylang ylang. A powerful oil, cinnamon leaf should not be used topically. Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum

15 heartwood Western Australia sweet-woody relaxing, centering, sensual S A N D A L W O O D Santalum spicatum Sandalwood Santalum spicatum Sandalwood is revered, even held sacred, in many traditions for its ability to inspire spiritual insight. It is a valuable fixative with a powerfully tenacious earthy, woody scent that provides a strong base note in blends with almost any other oil. It is frequently used in skin-care products for its soothing, cooling and moisturizing properties. Aura Cacia s sustainably grown Australian sandalwood is interchangeable with Indian sandalwood in aromatherapy.

16 flower petals Morocco, China, Ukraine rich, sweet, floral romantic, sensual, uplifting R O S E A B S O L U T E Rosa centifolia Rose absolute offers the ultimate in rich and romantic floral aroma. The use of rose absolute to create exotic and sensual perfumes of the highest quality has a very long tradition; its stunning aroma and stable fixative properties make it ideal for aromatherapy applications. Rose absolute blends well with clary sage, lavender, geranium, and clove bud. Beginning aromatherapists should be sure to indulge their senses with this venerable scent. Rose Absolute Rosa centifolia

17 flowers Hungary sweet-herbaceous, fruity relaxing, soothing, nourishing G E R M A N C H A M O M I L E Matricaria recutita German chamomile has a long history of use in soaps, detergents, hair-care and skin-care products. It has a delightful warm and sweet aroma and a beautiful deep indigo-blue color. It is especially popular in massage oils and soothes sensitive, irritated or inflamed tissue. This oil blends well with lavender, geranium, bergamot and patchouli, and adds a visually-striking and nurturing touch to personal care blends. German Chamomile Matricaria recutita

18 Leaves Australia Lemon-like, fresh, slightly camphorous clarifying, energyzing, protecting L E M O N E U C A L Y P T U S Eucalyptus citriodora Lemon Eucalyptus Eucalyptus citriodora Effective when combined with water in an outdoor spray, lemon eucalyptus has a fresh, uplifting aroma that is a nice addition to room sprays as well. When diluted properly, lemon eucalyptus can also enhance skin-care applications, especially for oily or blemished skin. The potent scent of this oil can add freshness and radiance to blends containing lavender, clary sage and geranium. Lemon eucalyptus also works well with citrus oils, including bergamot, lemon and sweet orange.

19 flowering tops and leaves Bulgaria, France, Russia, Ukraine herbaceous, fresh, musky balancing, harmonizing, relaxing C L A R Y S A G E Salvia sclarea Clary sage is quickly growing in popularity due to its sweet, yet intriguingly nuanced aroma and skin-toning properties, especially for those with oily skin. Its most popular function in aromatherapy is soothing and balancing the fluctuating energies that accompany menopause. Clary sage blends well with rose absolute in addition to lavender, geranium, and citrus oils. Clary Sage Salvia sclarea

20 peels China and Indochina fresh, light, bittersweet uplifting, refreshing, cheering T A N G E R I N E Citrus x reticulata Tangerine Citrus x reticulata Children seem to especially enjoy citrus scents, and the fresh, fruity aroma of tangerine is no exception it s a delightful addition to uplifting aromatherapy blends for children. Tangerine is enjoyable as a bedtime bath oil when combined with soothing oils like lavender and chamomile. Tangerine also blends well with cinnamon leaf, clove bud, bergamot and other citrus oils. Its cheery, fun scent is an ally when introducing aromatherapy to a family.

21 rhizomes China, India fresh, woody-floral balancing, normalizing, detoxifying G I N G E R Zingiber officinale Ginger is often added to skin-care oils to warm and invigorate muscles; it is especially effective in massage, where its warming sensations increase circulation. Ginger s earthy aroma grounds heady sensual oils such as patchouli, ylang ylang and rose absolute. It also combines well with sandalwood and sweet orange. A touch of ginger can add a robust, activating quality to otherwise ordinary aromatherapy. Ginger Zingiber officinale

22 seeds France sweet, earthy, woody nourishing, replenishing, restoring C A R R O T S E E D Daucus carota Carrot Seed Daucus carota A superb skin-nourishing essential oil, carrot seed helps balance both oily and dry complexions, heals damaged skin, and nurtures aged skin. Blended with rose absolute, geranium and clary sage, it also supports female physical and emotional transitions. Carrot seed blends well with geranium, citrus oils and spicy oils like clove bud and cinnamon leaf. The nurturing and replenishing properties of this oil make it a key ingredient in maintaining healthy skin.