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  ESSENTIAL OILS 

What are Essential Oils? 

An essential oil is a liquid that is generally distilled (most frequently by steam or water) from the leaves, stems, flowers, bark, roots, or other elements of a plant. Essential oils, contrary to the use of the word "oil" are not really oily-feeling at all. Most essential oils are clear, but some oils such as patchouli, orange and lemongrass are amber or yellow in color. Essential oils contain the true essence of the plant it was derived from. Essential oils are highly concentrated and a little goes a long way. More concentrated essential oils are called "Absolutes" more on>>

Important Note: The information provided in the Oil Profiles area is for educational purposes only. This data is not considered complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

General Safety Information: 

Do not take any oils internally without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses. It is safest to consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children. A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using an oil that you've never used before. 

Oils are listed in alphabetical order

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Angelica Root

Botanical Name: Angelica archangelica Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale yellow (cream) Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, peppery, woody, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Dull skin, exhaustion, gout, psoriasis, toxin build-up, water retention. Constituents: a-pinned, camphene, B-pinene, sabinene, d-3-carene, a-phellandrene, myrcene, limonene, B-phellandrene, cis-ocimene, trans-ocimene, p-cymene, terpinolene, copaene, bornyl acetate, terpinen-4-ol, cryptone, B-bisabolene, humulene monoxide, tridecanolide, pentadecanolide. 

Safety Information: Photo toxic. Avoid during pregnancy and diabetes.  Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its photo toxicity.

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Anise

Botanical Name: Pimpinella anisum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Distinctive scent of licorice. Rich and sweet. Possible Uses: Bronchitis, colds, coughs, flatulence, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism. Constituents: a-pinene, camphene, B-pinene, linalool, cis-anethole, trans-anethole, safrole, anisaldehyde, acetoanisole. 

Safety Information: Caution for those with hypersensitive skin or with skin problems. Avoid in endometriosis and oestrogen-dependent cancers. Is narcotic and slows circulation in large doses. 

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Balsam, Peru

Botanical Name: Myroxylon pereirae Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Dark Brown Consistency: Very Thick Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, fresh, earthy, balsamic. Possible Uses: Bronchitis, chapped skin, colds, coughing, eczema, flu, poor circulation, rashes, sensitive skin, stress.  Constituents: Benzoic acid, cinnamic acid, benzyl cinnamate, cinnamyl cinnamate. 

Safety Information: Possible sensitization. 

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Basil

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, herbaceous, licorice-like, slightly campherous. Possible Uses: Bronchitis, colds, coughs, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, gout, insect bites, insect repellent, muscle aches, rheumatism, sinusitis.  Constituents: Linalol, Fenchol, Eugenol, Methyl chavicol, Beta-caryophyllene 

Safety Information: Use sparingly with caution. High doses may be carcinogenic due to its methyl chavicol content. Avoid in cases of liver problems. Avoid during pregnancy.

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Bay

Botanical Name: Pimenta racemosa Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Deep Golden Yellow Consistency: Thin - Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Medicinal, fruity, spicy, herbaceous aroma. Possible Uses: Dandruff, hair care, neuralgia, oily skin, poor circulation, sprains, strains.  Constituents: Eugenol, myrcene, chavicol, methyl eugenol, linalool, limonene.

Safety Information: Avoid in alcoholism, in haemophilia, in prostatic cancer, with kidney and liver problems and if taking anticoagulants. Moderately toxic and a mucous membrane irritant.

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Bay Laurel

Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Herbacous, fruity, fresh, camphorous. Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, colds, flu, loss of appetite, tonsillitis. Constituents: a-pinene, B-pinene, myrcene, limonene, linalool, methyl chavicol, neral, a-terpineol, geranyl acetate, eugenol, cavicol. 

Safety Information: Lawless says that it can be narcotic, can cause dermatitis and also should not be used in pregnancy. 

Beeswax

Botanical Name (of the honeybee): Apis mellifera Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Deep Golden Brown Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium Aromatic Description: Rich, sweet, floral, honey aroma. Possible Uses: Perfumery 

Safety Information: Safety information is not readily available. As it is used for perfumery and is not used as a therapeutic oil, use with caution and common sense. It may be wise to avoid in anyone who cannot consume honey or use beeswax.

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Benzoin

Botanical Name: Styrax tonkinensis Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Golden Brown Consistency: Very Thick, Hard to Work With Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Light Aromatic Description: Rich, warm, slightly woody, creamy, vanilla. Possible Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, chapped skin, coughing, laryngitis, stress. Constituents: for Benzoin from Siam: Coniferyl benzoate, benzoic acid, vanillin, siaresinolic acid, cinnamyl benzoate. 

Safety Information: Possible skin sensitivity and contact dermatitis.

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Bergamot

Botanical Name: Citrus bergamia Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed (best) or Steam Distilled Color: Gold with a Green Tinge Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, orange/lemon/citrusy, slightly floral. Possible Uses: Acne, abscesses, anxiety, boils, cold sores, cystitis, depression, halitosis, itching, loss of appetite, oily skin, psoriasis, stress.  Constituents: a-pinene, B-pinene, myrcene, limonene, a-bergaptene, B-bisabolene, linalool, linalyl acetate, nerol, neryl acetate, geraniol, geraniol acetate, a-terpineol. 

Safety Information: Phototoxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its phototoxicity.

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Bergamot Mint

Botanical Name: Mentha Citrata Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, minty, citrusy, softer than peppermint, about the strength of spearmint. Possible Uses: Possibly similar in therapeutic use to peppermint or spearmint.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Boronia

Botanical Name: Boronia megastigma Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extraction Color: Golden Brown Consistency: Thick Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Rich, complex floral. Possible Uses: Used primarily in perfumery and aromatics. Constituents: Ionon, eugenol, triacontane. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Cajeput

Botanical Name: Melaleuca leucadendron Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Watery Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, campherous aroma with a fruity note. Possible Uses: Asthma, bronchitis, coughs, muscle aches, oily skin, rheumatism, sinusitis, sore throat, spots. Constituents: a-pinene, B-pinene, myrcene, a-terpinene, limonene, 1,8-cineole, y-terpinene, p-cymene, terpinolene, linaolool, terpinen-4-ol, a-terpineol. 

Safety Information: May cause skin irritation.

Cardamum

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Spicy, woody, rich, sweet. Possible Uses: Appetite (loss of), colic, fatigue, halitosis, stress. Constituents: Terpinyl acetate, cineol, limonene, sabiene, linalool, linalyl acetate, pinene, zingiberene. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Carrot Seed

Botanical Name: Daucus carota Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Golden Yellow Consistency: Thin - Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium – Strong, Lingering Aroma Aromatic Description: Earthy, woody, warm. It does not resemble the smell of carrots and is considered harsh or unpleasant by some. Possible Uses: Eczema, gout, mature skin, toxin build-up, water retention.  Constituents: a-pinene, camphene, B-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, y-terpinene, limonene, B-bisabolene, geranyl acetate, Carotol. 

Safety Information: No known side effect.

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Cedarwood, Atlas

Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Golden Yellow Consistency: Medium and oily feeling Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Woody, sweet, sharper note than Virginian cedarwood, slight aroma reminiscent of artificial mothballs, balsamic. Possible Uses: Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughing, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, stress.  Constituents: atlantone, caryophyllene, cedrol, cadinene. 

Safety Information: Avoid during pregnancy.

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Cedarwood, Virginian

Botanical Name: Juniperus virginiana Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Medium and oily feeling Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, balsamic. It strongly resembles the aroma of cedar chests and closets. Possible Uses: Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughs, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, insect repellant, stress.  Constituents: a-cedrene, B-cedrene, thujopsene, other sesquiterpene, cedrol, widdrol. 

Safety Information: Lawless indicates that this oil may be safer to use than Atlas Cedarwood. It can cause irritation and sensitization. Avoid during pregnancy.

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Chamomile, German

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Deep Blue Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, fruity, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Abscesses, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, hair, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, insomnia, nausea, neuralgia, PMS, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains, stress, wounds. Constituents: Bisabolol, Farnesol, Azulene, Farnasene, Thujanol 

Safety Information: May cause dermatitis in some.

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Chamomile, Roman

Botanical Name: Anthemis nobilis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Gray/Very Pale Blue Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Bright, crisp, sweet, fruity, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Abscesses, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, hair, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, insomnia, nausea, neuralgia, PMS, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains, stress, wounds.  Constituents: High Ester Content, Pinocarvone, Pinene, Bisabolol, Farnesol, Pinocarveol, Cineole, Azulene, Beta-caryophyllene, Camphene, Myrcene 

Safety Information: May cause dermatitis in some.

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Cinnamon

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Golden Yellow/Brown Consistency: Slightly oily feeling Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Much richer in aroma than ground cinnamon. Peppery, earthy, spicy, bright yet slightly woodsy. Possible Uses: Constipation, exhaustion, flatulence, lice, low blood pressure, rheumatism, scabies, stress.  Constituents: Eugenol, eugenol acetate, cinnamic aldehyde, benzyl benzoate. 

Safety Information: Mucous membrane irritant and strong skin sensitizer. Avoid in alcoholism, in haemophilia, in prostatic cancer, with kidney and liver problems and if taking anticoagulants. Only the oil from the leaf should be used. The oil from the bark is too hazardous.

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Citronella

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon nardus Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Citrusy (similar to lemongrass), slightly fruity, fresh, sweet. Possible Uses: Excessive perspiration, fatigue, headache, insect repellant, oily skin. Constituents: Geraniol, citronellal. 

Safety Information: Possible sensitization.

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Clary Sage

Botanical Name: Salvia sclarea Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Golden Yellow Consistency: Thin to Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Bright, earthy, herbaceous, with a subtle fruity note. Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, asthma, coughing, dysmenorrhea, exhaustion, gas, labor pains, sore throat, stress.  Constituents: Linalol, Sclareol, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Pinene. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Clove Bud

Botanical Name: Eugenia caryophyllata Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Golden Yellow Consistency: Medium, Slightly Oily Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Spicy, warming yet slightly bitter, woody, reminiscent of true clove buds, but richer. Possible Uses: Arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, rheumatism, sprains, strains, toothache. Constituents: Eugenol, eugenyl acetate, caryophyllene, isocaryophyllene. 

Safety Information: Mucous membrane and dermal irritant. Avoid in alcoholism, in haemophilia, in prostatic cancer, with kidney and liver problems and if taking anticoagulants.

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Coriander

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, herbaceous, spicy, woody, slightly fruity. Possible Uses: Aches, arthritis, colic, fatigue, grout, indigestion, nausea, rheumatism.  Constituents: Linalol, decylaldehyde, borneol, geraniol, carvone, anethole. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Cypress

Botanical Name: Cupressus sempervirens Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, herbaceous, slightly woody evergreen aroma. Possible Uses: Excessive perspiration, hemorrhoids, menorrhagia, oily skin, rheumatism, vericse veins.  Constituents: Cedrol, Sabinol, Terpenyl Acetate, Camphene, Limonene, Myrcene, Pinene, Sabinene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Dill

Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Watery Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, herbaceous, slightly earthy. Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, flatulence, griping pains. Constituents: Carvone, limonene, phellandrene, eugenol, pinen. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Elemi

Botanical Name: Canarium luzonicum  Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, citrusy, peppery, spicy. Possible Uses: Bronchitis, catarrh, extreme coughing, mature skin, scars, stress, wounds.  Constituents: Phellandrene, dipentene, elemol, elemicin, terpineol, carvone, terpinolene. 

Safety Information: Possible carcinogen, but research is incomplete.

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Eucalyptus

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus globulus Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, medicinal, woody, earthy. Possible Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.  Constituents: Cineole, Pinene, Globulol, Camphene, Limonene, Pinocarvone 

Safety Information: Very toxic when taken orally (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner).

Eucalyptus Lemon

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus citriodora Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, lemony, fresh, with a woody hint. Possible Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.  Constituents: Not formally documented in readily available publications.

Safety Information:  No known side effects.

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Eucalyptus Radiata

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus radiata Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medim Aromatic Description: Slightly camphorous, sweet, fruity. Possible Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.  Constituents: 1,8-coneole. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Fennel

Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Faint Yellow Tinge Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top/Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Sweet, somewhat spicy, licorice-like (Anise) aroma. Possible Uses: Bruises, cellulites, flatulence, gums, halitosis, mouth, nausea, obesity, toxin build-up, water retention.  Constituents: Anethole, Myrcene, Cineole, Eugenol, Methyl Chavicol, Thymol, Limonene, Phellandrene, Alpha Terpene, Pinene, Fenchone, Geraniol 

Safety Information: Dermal sensitizer, possibly carcinogenic. Avoid in instances of endometriosis, prostatic hyperplasia and oestrogen-dependent cancers.

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Fir Needle

Botanical Name: Abies alba Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled 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. Possible Uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, colds, coughs, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism, sinusitis.  Constituents: Santene, tricylene, a-pinene, myrcene, careen, limonene, phellandrene, terpinolene, borneol, terpinen-r-ol acetate, piperitone. 

Safety Information: Possible skin irritation depending on true plant species.

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Frankincense (Olibanum)

Botanical Name: Boswellia carterii Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, balsamic, slightly spicy and fruity. Possible Uses: Anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, extreme coughing, scars, stress, stretch marks.  Constituents: Limonene, Pinene, Borneol, Farnesol, Phellandrene, Myrcene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Galbanum

Botanical Name: Ferula galbaniflua Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, arthy, balsamic, woody, spicy. Possible Uses: Abscesses, acne, boils, bronchitis, cuts, lice, mature skin, muscle aches, poor circulation, rheumatism, scars, sores, stretch marks, wounds. Constituents: Pinene, cadinol, cadinene, myrcene.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Geranium

Botanical Name: Pelargonium graveolens Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Floral, fresh, sweet, with a fruity note. Possible Uses: Acne, cellulites, dull skin, lice, menopause, oily skin.  Constituents: Citronellol, Geraniol, Citronellyl Acetate, Geranyl Acetate, Linalyl Acetate, Beta-Caryophyllene 

Safety Information: Use caution to avoid dermatitis in hypersensitive persons. Avoid during pregnancy.

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Geranium Rose

Botanical Name: Pelargonium roseum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Medium Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Floral, similar to Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) with a rosey hint. Possible Uses: Acne, cellulites, dull skin, lice, menopause, oily skin.  Constituents: Not formally documented in readily available publications.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Ginger

Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle/Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Warm, spicy, earthy, woody. Possible Uses: Aching muscles, arthritis, nausea, poor circulation.  Constituents: a-pinene, camphene, B-pinene, 1,8-cineole, linalool, borneol, y-terpineol, nerol, neral, geraniol, geranial, geranyl acetate, B-bisabolene, zingiberene. 

Safety Information: Slightly photo toxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its photo toxicity.

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Grapefruit

Botanical Name: Citrus paradisi Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed Color: Pale Yellow - Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Citrusy, similar to lemon and reminiscent to the aroma of the grapefruit rind, but more concentrated. Possible Uses: Cellulitis, dull skin, toxin build-up, water retention.  Constituents: Limonene, Geraniol, Citral, Citronellal, Neral. 

Safety Information: Photo toxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its photo toxicity.

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Hyssop

Botanical Name: Hyssopus officinalis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, earthy, fruity, woody, slightly sweet. Possible Uses: Bruises, coughing, sore throat.  Constituents: Pinocamphone, Pinene, Borneol, Geraniol, Thujone, Camphene, Limonene, Phellandrene 

Safety Information: Moderately toxic and neurotoxic (toxic to the nervous system). Avoid in epilepsy, fever, pregnancy and children. Avoid in hypertension.

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Helichrysum (Immortelle)

Botanical Name: Helichrysum angustifolia Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, earthy, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Abscesses, acne, boils, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, irritated skin, wounds, wounds.  Constituents: Nerol, neryl acetate, geraniol, pinene, linalool, isovaleric aldehyde, sesquiterpenes, furfurol, eugenol. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Jasmine

Botanical Name: Jasminum officinalis Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Deep Brown with a Golden Tinge Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Warm, floral, exotic. Possible Uses: Depression, dry skin, exhaustion, labor pains, sensitive skin.  Constituents: Benzyl zcetate, linalool, benzyl alcohol, indole, benzyl benzoate, cis-jasmone, geraniol, methyl anthranilate, p.cresol, farnesol, cis-3-hexenyl benzoate, eugenol, nerol, ceosol, benzoic acide, benzaldehyde, y-terpineol, nerolidol, isophytol, phytol. 

Safety Information:  Apparently, some may experience an allergic reaction to Jasmine essential oil. 

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Juniper Berry

Botanical Name: Juniperus communis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium Aromatic Description: Crisp, earthy, sweet, herbaceous, with almost a hidden fruity note. Possible Uses: Cellulitis, gout, hemorrhoids, obesity, rheumatism, toxin build-up.  Constituents: Pinene, Sabinene, Borneol, Terpinenol, Camphene, Myrcene 

Safety Information: Avoid during pregnancy and those with kidney problems.

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Kanuka

Botanical Name: Leptospermum ericoides Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, herbaceous, earthy, similar to the aroma of Manuka. Possible Uses: (Uses listed are those for Common Tea Tree): Acne, athlete's foot, candida, chicken pox, cold sores, colds, corns, cuts, flu, insect bites, itching, migraine, oily skin, ringworm, sinusitis, sores, spots, urethritis, warts, whooping cough. Constituents: Not formally documented in readily available publications.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Lavender

Botanical Name: Lavendula officinalis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top/Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, floral, herbaceous, slightly fruity. Possible Uses: Acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, athlete's foot, bruises, burns, chicken pox, colic, cuts, cystitis, depression, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, headache, hypertension, insect bites, insect repellant, itching, labor pains, migrane, oily skin, rheumatism, scabies, scars, sores, sprains, strains, stress, stretch marks, vertigo, whooping cough. Constituents: Linalyl Acetate, Linalol, Terpinenol, Cineole, Beta-Caryophyllene, Farnascene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Lavendin

Botanical Name: Lavandula hybrida Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top/Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, floral, more herbaceous than lavender. Possible Uses: Abscesses, asthma, blisters, boils, burns, cuts, cystitis, dry skin, dull skin, eczema, fatigue, insect bites, irritated skin, lice, muscle aches, scabies, shock, sores, sprains, strains, vertigo, wounds.  Constituents: Linalol, Linalyl Acetate, Camphor, Borneol, Bornyl Acetate, Cineole 

Safety Information: Neuro toxic (toxic to the nerves). Avoid in pregnancy, epilepsy and fever because of camphor content in Lavandin.

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Lemon

Botanical Name: Citrus limon Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed Color: Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Aroma is similar to fresh lemon rinds except richer and more concentrated. Possible Uses: Athlete's foot, chiliblains, colds, corns, dull skin, flu, oily skin, spots, varicose veins, warts.  Constituents: Limonene, Citral, Geranial, Citronellyl Acetate, Pinene 

Safety Information: Photo toxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its photo toxicity. May cause skin irritation or sensitivity in some.

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Lemongrass

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, lemony, earthy. Possible Uses: Acne, athlete's foot, excessive perspiration, flatulence, insect repellent, muscle aches, oily skin, scabies, stress.  Constituents: Citral, Geranyl Acetate, Linalyl Acetate, Geranial, Neral, Limonene, Myrcene, Beta-caryophyllene [

Safety Information: Avoid in glaucoma and with children. Use caution in prostatic hyperplasia and with skin hypersensitivity or damaged skin.

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Lime

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantifolia

Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed

Color: Light Yellow Green

Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Top

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, citrusy, sweet.

Possible Uses: Acne, asthma, chilblains, colds, dull skin, flu, varicose veins. 

Constituents: a-pinene, B-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, y-terpinene, terpinolene, octanal, nonanal, tetradecanal, pentadecanal, trans-a-bergaptene, caryophyllene, B-bisabolene, geranial, neryl acetate, geranyl acetate, a-terpineo, linalool. 

Safety Information: Photo toxic.  Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its photo toxicity.

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Linden Blossom

Botanical Name: Tilia vulgaris Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Deep Coffee Brown Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Warm, floral, honey-like, with a slight citrus-like note. Possible Uses: Headache, insomnia, migraine, stress.  Constituents: Farnesol. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Mandarin

Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed Color: Orange Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Very sweet, citrusy, fruity. Possible Uses: Acne, dull skin, insomnia, oily skin, scars, spots, stress, wrinkles.  Constituents: Limonene, methyl methylanthranilate, geraniol, citral, citronellal. 

Safety Information: No known side effect.

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Tea Tree, New Zealand (Manuka)

Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Medium and Slightly Oily Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Woody, earthy, balsamic. It is richer and warmer than common Tea Tree. Possible Uses: (Uses listed are those for Common Tea Tree): Acne, athlete's foot, candida, chicken pox, cold sores, colds, corns, cuts, flu, insect bites, itching, migraine, oily skin, ringworm, sinusitis, sores, spots, urethritis, warts, whooping cough. 

Safety Information: No known side effect.

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Marjoram

Botanical Name: Origanum majorana Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Herbaceous, sweet, woody, with a campherous, medicinal aroma. Possible Uses: Aching muscles, amenorrhea, bronchitis, chiliblains, colic, coughing, excessive sex drive, flatulence, hypertension, muscle cramps, neuralgia, rheumatism, sprains, strains, stress, ticks.  Constituents: Alpha-Terpineol, Terpinen-4-ol, Sabinene, Linalol, Sabinol, Thujanol, Citral, Linalyl Acetate, Camphor, Carvacrol, Estragol, Eugenol, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Pinene, Alpha Terpenene, Beta-Caryophyllene 

Safety Information: Avoid during pregnancy.

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May Chang

Botanical Name: Litsea cubeba Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Medium Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Sharp, with a complex lemony aroma. Possible Uses: Acne, indigestion.  Constituents: Citral, limonene, miycrene, methyl hepetone, linalool, linlyl acetate. 

Safety Information: Avoid with glaucoma. May have a homeone-like action. Avoid in prostatic hyperplasia. Avoid with sensitive, diseased or dmanaged skin. Do not administer to children.

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Myrrh

Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Golden Yellow/Brown Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Warm, earthy, woody, balsamic. Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, athlete's foot, bronchitis, chapped skin, dysmenorrhea, gums, halitosis, hemorrhoids, itching, mouth, ringworm, toothache.  Constituents: Heerabolene, limonene, dipentene, pinene, eugenol, cinnamaldehyde, cuminaldehyde, cadinene. 

Safety Information: Mildly toxic when taken internally (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner).

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Myrtle

Botanical Name: Myrtus communis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top - Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, slightly camphorous with a floral hint. Possible Uses: Asthma, coughs, sore throat.  Constituents: Cineol, myrtenol, pinene, geraniol, linalool, camphene. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Myrtle Lemon

Botanical Name: Backhousia citriodora Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Extremely lemony and crisp. More “lemony” than true Lemon (Citrus limonum) oil. Possible Uses: Not formally documented in readily available publications. Constituents: Not formally documented in readily available publications.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Neroli

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Coffee Brown Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Floral, citrusy, sweet, exotic. Possible Uses: Depression, frigidity, insomnia, mature skin, scars, shock, stress, stretch marks.  Constituents: Linalyl Acetate, Limonene, Linalol, Nerolidol, Geraniol, Alpha-Terpineol, Geranyul Acetate, Neryl Acetate 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Niaouli

Botanical Name: Melaleuca quinquenervia Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Earthy, musty, harsh. Possible Uses: Aches, acne, bronchitis, colds, coughs, cuts, dull skin, flu, oily skin, sore throat, whooping cough.  Constituents: Cineol, terpineol, pinene, limonene, citrene, terebenethene. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Nutmeg

Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Rich, spicy, sweet, woody. Similar to the cooking spice, but richer and more fragrant. Possible Uses: Arthritis, constipation, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, neralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism, slow digestion.  Constituents: Terpinen-4-ol, Pinene, Sabinene, Cineole, Camphene, Limonene, Myristicin, Alpha Terpenene. 

Safety Information: If used in large amounts, can cause toxic symptoms such as nausea and tachycardia.

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Oakmoss

Botanical Name: Evernia prunastri Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Light Brown Consistency: Medium - Thin Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Rich, earthy, woody. Possible Uses: Perfumery Constituents: Evernic acid, d-usnic acid, atranorine, chloratronorine. 

Safety Information: Use with extreme caution. Dermal sensitizer, toxic, and mucous membrane irritant. Avoid in epilepsy and pregnancy.

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Frankincense (Olibanum)

Botanical Name: Boswellia carterii Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, balsamic, slightly spicy and fruity. Possible Uses: Anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, extreme coughing, scars, stress, stretch marks.  Constituents: Limonene, Pinene, Borneol, Farnesol, Phellandrene, Myrcene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Orange, Bitter

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed Color: Orange Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: As the name implies, it has a bitter orange aroma reminiscent of a cross between the sweetness of sweet orange oil and the slight bitterness of grapefruit oil. Possible Uses: Colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flatulence, flu, gums, mouth, slow digestion, stress.  Constituents: Limonene, myrcene, camphene, pinene, ocimene, cymene. 

Safety Information: Photo toxic. Do not use if the area of application will be exposed to sunlight for 24 hours due to its photo toxicity.

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Orange, Sweet

Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed Color: Orange Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Citrusy, sweet, reminiscent of orange peels, but more concentrated. Possible Uses: Colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flatulence, flu, gums, mouth, slow digestion, stress.  Constituents: Limonene 

Safety Information: Some people have experienced dermatitis from the limonene content of Sweet Orange.

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Oregano

Botanical Name: Oreganum vulgare Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Medium Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Herbaceous, sharp. Possible Uses: Coughs, digestion.  Constituents: Carvacrol, thymol, cymene, caryophyllene, pinene, bisabolene, linalool, borneol, geranyl acetate, linalyl acetate, terpinene. 

Safety Information: Skin irritant, mucous membrane irritant, can cause skin irritation.

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Palmarosa (Rose Geranium)

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon martini Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, floral, sweet, somewhat similar to geranium oil.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Parsley

Botanical Name: Petroselinum sativum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Light Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Herbacous, somewhat woody aroma. Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, arthritis, cellulites, cystitis, frigidity, griping pains, indigestion, rheumatism, toxic build-up.  Constituents: Apiol, myristicin, tetramethoxyally-benzene, pinene. 

Safety Information: Hepatotoxic (toxic to the liver). Abortifacient (can induce abortions). Research that Tisserand refers to indicates that it has a strong abortifacient action. It should be used with extreme caution and avoided with and around pregnant women.

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Patchouli

Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Deep Golden Brown Consistency: Medium – Thick Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Rich, earthy, woody aroma with a nearly hidden fruity note. Possible Uses: Acne, athlete's foot, chapped skin, dermatitis, eczema, fatigue, frigidity, hair care, insect repellant, mature skin, oily skin, stress.  Constituents: Patchoulol, Esters, Beta-Caryophyllene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Pepper, Black

Botanical Name: Piper nigrum Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Crisp, fresh, peppercorn aroma. Possible Uses: Aching muscles, arthritis, chilblains, constipation, muscle cramps, poor circulation, sluggish digestion.  Constituents: Limonene, Pinene, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Beta-caryophyllene, Beta-bisabolene, Sabinene, Linalol, Pinocarveol, Alpha, Terpineol, Camphene, Alpha, Terpenene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Peppermint

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Minty, reminiscent of peppermint candies, but more concentrated. More fragrant than spearmint. Possible Uses: Asthma, colic, exhaustion, fever, flatulence, headache, nausea, scabies, sinusitis, vertigo.  Constituents: Menthyl Acetate, Menthone, Cineole, Limonene, Phellandrene, Pinene, Beta-Caryophyllene 

Safety Information: Avoid in cardiac fibrillation, epilepsy, fever. Mucous membrane irritant and neurotoxic (toxic to the nerves). Some of this information applies to oral use, but is provided for informational purposes (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner).

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Petitgrain

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, floral, citrusy, lighter in fragrance than neroli and slightly woody. Possible Uses: Acne, fatigue, oily skin, stress.  Constituents: Linalyl Acetate, Linalol, Nerol, Alpha-Terpineol, Geranyl Acetate, Limonene, Myrcene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Pine, Scotch

Botanical Name: Pinus sylvestris Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Medium and Slightly Oily Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, earthy, balsamic Possible Uses: Colds, coughing, flu, rheumatism, sinusitis. Constituents: Pinene, Limonene, Borneol, Bornyl Acetate, Cineole, Camphene, Myrcene, Phellandrene 

Safety Information: Sensitization can occur.

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Ravensara

Botanical Name: Ravensara aromatica Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Slightly medicinal, eucalyptus-like, slightly sweet with a fruity hint. Possible Uses: Not formally documented in readily available publications. Constituents: 1,8-cineole, beta-pinene. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Rose

Botanical Name: Rosa damascena Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted or Steam Distilled (called Rose Otto) Color: Deep Red for the Absolute, Light Yellow for the Steam Distillate Consistency: Thick for the Absolute, Thin for the Steam Distillate Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: strongly floral, sweet. Possible Uses: Depression, eczema, frigidity, mature skin, menopause, stress.  Constituents of Rose Otto: Citronellol, Geraniol, Nerol, Farnesol, Esters, Rose Oxide, Limonene, Myrcene, Pinene 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Rosemary

Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, herbaceous, sweet, slightly medicinal. Possible Uses: Aching muscles, arthritis, dandruff, dull skin, exhaustion, gout, hair care, muscle cramping, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism.  Constituents: Cineole, Pinene, Borneol, Linalol, Alpha-Terpineol, Terpinen-4-ol, Bornyl Acetate, Camphor, Thujone, Camphene, Limonene, Beta-Caryophyllene. 

Safety Information: Neurotoxic (toxic to the nerves). Avoid in pregnancy. Avoid in epilepsy, fever (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner).

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Rosewood

Rosewood is sometimes referred to as Bois-de-rose oil.

Botanical Name: Aniba rosaeodora Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Sweet, woody, fruity, floral aroma. Possible Uses: Acne, colds, dry skin, dull skin, fever, flu, frigidity, headache, oily skin, scars, sensitive skin, stress, stretch marks. Constituents: a-pinene, camphene, geraniol, neral, geranial, myrcene, limonene, 1,8-cineole, linalool, benzaldehyde, linalool oxides, a-terpineol. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Sandalwood

Botanical Name: Santalum album Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Medium - Thick Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Rich, sweet, fragrant yet delicate, woody, floral. Possible Uses: Bronchitis, chapped skin, depression, dry skin, laryngitis, leucorrhea, oily skin, scars, sensitive skin, stress, stretch marks. Constituents: Santalols, santyl acetate, santalenes.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Spearmint

Botanical Name: Mentha spicata Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Minty, slightly fruity aroma that is less bright than peppermint. Possible Uses: Asthma, exhaustion, fever, flatulence, headache, nausea, scabies, vertigo. Constituents: a-pinene, B-pinene, carvone, 1,8-cineole, linalool, limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, menthol.

Safety Information: Mucous membrane irritant.

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Spikenard

Botanical Name: Nardostachys jatamansi Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Golden Yellow Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Earthy, woody, harsh, musty. Possible Uses: Rashes, wrinkles. Constituents: Bornyl acetate, isobornyl valerianate, borneol, patchouli aclochol, terpinyl valerianate. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Spruce

Botanical Name: Picea mariana Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, earthy, sweet, with a hint of a fruity note. Possible Uses: Coughing, depression. Constituents: Pinenes, limonene, bornyl acetate, tricyclene, phellandrene, myrcrene, thujone, dipentene, cadinene.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Tagetes

Botanical Name: Tagetes minuta Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Gold Consistency: Thin - Medium Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, floral, slightly fruity. Possible Uses: Corns, warts.  Constituents: Tagetones, ocimene, myrcene, linalool, limonene, pinenes, carvone, citral, camphene, valeric acid, salicylaldehyde. 

Safety Information: Possibly toxic. Use only in moderation.

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Tangerine

Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed Color: Orange Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, citrusy, similar to the brighter aroma of tangerine peels (as compared to orange peels), but more concentrated. Constituents: a-pinene, myrcene, limonene, y-terpinene, citronellal, linalool, neral, neryl acetate, geranyl acetate, geraniol, thymol, carvone. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Tea Tree, Common

Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Medicinal, fresh, woody, earthy, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Acne, athlete's foot, candida, chicken pox, cold sores, colds, corns, cuts, flu, insect bites, itching, migraine, oily skin, ringworm, sinusitis, sores, spots, urethritis, warts, whooping cough.  Constituents: Terpinen-4-ol, Alpha-Terpineol, Cineole, Pinene, Alpha Terpenene, Beta-Caryophyllene 

Safety Information: May cause sensitization in some.

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Tea Tree Lemon

Botanical Name: Leptospermum petersonii Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Lemony, citrusy, bitter. Possible Uses: Not formally documented in readily available publications. Constituents: Not formally documented in readily available publications.

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Tea Tree, New Zealand (Manuka)

Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear Consistency: Medium and Slightly Oily Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Woody, earthy, balsamic. It is richer and warmer than common Tea Tree. Possible Uses: (Uses listed are those for Common Tea Tree): Acne, athlete's foot, candida, chicken pox, cold sores, colds, corns, cuts, flu, insect bites, itching, migraine, oily skin, ringworm, sinusitis, sores, spots, urethritis, warts, whooping cough. 

Safety Information: No safety data available.

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Thyme

Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Reddish Brown Consistency: Medium and Slightly Oily Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, medicinal, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Arthritis, colds, cuts, dermatitis, flu, insect bites, laryngitis, lice, muscle aches, oily skin, poor circulation, scabies, sore throat.  Constituents: a-thujene, a-pinene, camphene, B-pinene, p-cymene, a-terpinene, linalool, borneol, B-caryophyllene, thymol, carvacrol. 

Safety Information: Avoid in cases of hypertension.

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Tobacco

Botanical Name: Nicotania tabacum Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Deep Brown Consistency: Medium - Thick Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Aromatic Description: Rich, warm, earthy, tobacco-like aroma. Possible Uses: Perfumery

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Tuberose

Botanical Name: Polianthes tuberosa Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extraction Color: Deep Orange Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Complex, exotic, sweet, floral. Possible Uses: Used primarily in perfumery and aromatics. Constituents: Methyl benzoate, methyl anthranilate, benzyl alcohol, butyric acid, eugenol, nerol, farnesol, geraniol. 

Safety Information: Unknown toxicity.

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Vanilla

Botanical Name: Vanilla planifolia Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted Color: Deep Brown Consistency: Thick Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Rich, warm, sweet vanilla aroma. Possible Uses: Perfumery Constituents: Vanillin, hydroxybenzaldehyde, acetic acid, isobutyric acid, caproic acid, eugenol, furfural. 

Safety Information: The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils by Julia Lawless does not indicate any special precautions when using this oil.

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Vetiver

Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanoides Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extraction Color: Golden Brown Consistency: Thick Perfumery Note: Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Description: Woody, earthy, herbaceous, spicy almost smoky. Possible Uses: Acne, arthritis, cuts, depression, exhaustion, insomnia, muscular aches, oily skin, rheumatism, sores, stress.  Constituents: Benzoic acid, vetiverol, furfurol, a-vetivone, B-vetivone, vetivene, vetivenyl vetivenate. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Violet Leaf

Botanical Name: Viola odorata Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extraction Color: Dark Green Consistency: Thick Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Middle - Base Aromatic Description: Green, earthy, slightly floral in dilution. Possible Uses: Bronchitis, headache, insomnia, rheumatism, sluggish circulation, sore throat, stress.  Constituents: Nonadienal, parmone, hexyl alcohol, bezyl alcohol. 

Safety Information: No known side effects.

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Yarrow

Botanical Name: Achillea millefolium Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Dark Blue Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Sharp, woody, herbaceous. Possible Uses: Fever, hair care, hemorrhoids, hypertension, indigestion, insomnia, migraine, scars, stretch marks, varicose veins, wounds.  Constituents: Tricyclene, a-pinene, camphene, B-pinene, sabinene, borneol acetate, 1,8-cineole, y-terpinene, limonene, isoartemisia ketone, borneol, camphor, chamazulene. 

Safety Information: Neurotoxic (toxic to the nerves). Avoid in pregnancy. Avoid orally in pregnancy, epilepsy, fever (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner).

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Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name: Cananga odorata Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge Consistency: Medium Perfumery Note: Middle/Base Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong Aromatic Description: Fresh, floral, sweet, slightly fruity, fragrant yet delicate. Possible Uses: Anxiety, depression, frigidity, hypertension, palpitations, stress. Constituents: Linalol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Geranial, Benzyl Acetate, Geranyl Acetate, Eugenol, Methyl Chavicol, Pinene*Beta-Caryophyllene, Farnasene 

Safety Information: Possible sensitization. Can cause headaches and nausea if used in excess. The owner of AromaWeb has experienced headaches from lengthy use of Ylang Ylang.

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