Aromatherapy Essential Oil Blending Tips

An essential oil blend can be created for therapeutic effect, the beauty of a fragrance - or both. A synergistic effect is possible when the essential oils work together harmoniously. You do not need to be an expert in the use of essential oils to create blends. Weve outlined below some basic information that may be useful to you as you journey into the creativity of blending ...

When creating a blend you will want to consider the purpose of the blend the desired therapeutic effect and / or the type of fragrance desired the concepts of a balanced blend You will want to familiarize yourself with the fragrance and effect of essential oils Breathe the aroma and

note how it makes you feel - calm, uplifted, focused, sensual, other note the scent - is it light, fresh, strong, sweet, green, other breathe directly from the bottle - swirl the essential oil in the bottle to stir up the molecules first or place a drop on an unscented tissue, blotter paper or other porous type paper and breathe

To test the aroma of the an individual essential oil you can

You may experience olfactory overload if you are testing the aroma of different essential oils. You will no longer be able to smell them! This is common. You can restore your sense of smell by smelling coffee beans, or the simplest - your armpit. Its true - it works and its always with you!

When blending for therapeutic effect

Determine essential oils that may be useful - see our therapeutic matrix for details List essential oils in priority order when several effects are desired (this can be used to determine the number of drops of each essential oil you will use) Test the fragrance as described above

Some pointers for creating a balanced blend There is no limit on how many essential oils you can use in your blend. Many blends for therapeutic effect contain only 3 to 4 essential oils - yet Shalimar contains 13 and Aramis contains 14!
Essential oils blend harmoniously with essential oils in the same family. Here are some family classifications:

Blending Labiatae: basil, clary sage, lavender, marjoram, peppermint, rosemary Rutacea: bergamot, lemon, orange Coniferae: cedarwood, juniper

Essential oils have different rates of volatility and evaporation and perfumiers have placed essential oils into these categories:

top note: fresh, light, fast evaporation - first scent you are aware of in a blend middle note: evaporates slower - it is considered the body of the fragrance base note: the fragrance is rich, emerges slowly and lingers

You can balance the fragrance of your blend by including top, middle and base notes. You may have experienced this layering effect in wearing a perfume or cologne - where the scent changed over time. A table of essential oils that blend well together is provided for reference. In this table weve also listed the traditional note types. Whether an essential oil is top, middle or base can be subjective and is influenced by person, growing season, distilling method and more. You may want to use essential oils with a strong fragrance sparingly - such as peppermint or basil. Lavender may be useful for toning down strong scented oils. You can add just a drop or two of any essential oil to create an appealing fragrance in your blend. Blended essential oils will merge over time and the fragrance may change. You can leave the blend for a day, then return and test the fragrance .. it may be perfect!

As you experiment with your blend creations keep a log of

the number of drops you use of each essential oil in the blend the fragrance - both your initial experience and the fragrance after time has passed the therapeutic effect

You may be surprised to find that youve created a masterpiece - and you will be able to duplicate it!

To blend with a carrier oil or not to blend with a carrier oil .. some thoughts Determine how you want to use your blend. See our page on ways to use essential oils for ideas.
Anytime you want to apply the blend directly to your skin - you will want to add a carrier oil. Due to the high concentration of pure essential oils you only need a few drops

and a few drops wont cover much territory when applying it to your skin :-) Blending It is also helpful to add essential oils to a carrier oil for use in a bath. Essential oils are not water soluble and some essential oils can irritate the skin in an undiluted form. Nebulizer type diffusers may clog with carrier oils. This is a case for not using carrier oil. The amount of carrier oil you add to the essential oils will be determined by how you will use the blend. See our page on ways to use essential oils for some dilution ratios. There are a variety of oils suitable for use as carrier oils. These listed below contain vitamins, minerals and protein and are good for all skin types.

Sweet almond oil Grapeseed oil Hazelnut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Useful supplies for creating a blend include

A clean glass bottle - essential oils are volatile and evaporate on contact with air - it is best to mix them in a closed container rather than a cup or bowl A separate dropper for each essential oil - and one for the blend (most droppers can be taken apart for cleaning if you would like to re-use them later) Carrier oil - if that is desired

Now that youve got some basic information - you are ready to create a blend

Add the desired number of drops of each essential oil to the bottle Start with equal amounts and increase them 1 at a time if you are unsure about quantity Shake the bottle to mix the oils and test the fragrance and effect Carrier oil is added last - when you are ready to use your blend

Have fun .. and remember - there is no bad blend!

Calming/Relaxing Aromatherapy Blend

Ingredients:

1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond 10 drops Roman Chamomile 5 drops Lavender

Directions: Mix the oils well and add to a clean, air-tight dark glass container. Massage gently into the feet of the individual who requires increased calm. Giving yourself a foot massage with this relaxing oil is also delightful. Roman Chamomile has a strong sedative effect, so do not plan to drive or concentrate after using this blend.

Colds, Bronchitis 2 drops peppermint, 2 eucalyptus, 2 rosemary, 2 neroli Heavy Cough, Asthma 6 drops hyssop -or4 drops hyssop, 4 peppermint -or2 drops eucalyptus, 2 benzoin, 2 thyme Mental Fatigue, Lack of Concentration 2 drops lemongrass or Melissa, 2 peppermint, 2 basil -or2 drops lemon, 1 bergamot, 4 peppermint Peaceful, Relaxed Sleep 5 drops cedarwood, 1 lavender Insomnia 4 drops Roman chamomile, 2 lavender -or4 drops neroli, 2 geranium -or6 drops marjoram, 2 rosewood

-or6 drops lavender Disinfecting/Refreshing the Air 6 drops lavender or bergamot, 1 eucalyptus, 1 juniper Strong Disinfectant 4 drops hyssop, 4 cinnamon, 4 bergamot

Foot Baths

Essential oils require emulsifiers to dissolve - review our topic on Applications to choose which one you will use in addition to the following ingredients.

Athlete's Foot 6 drops tea tree or garlic -or3 drops eucalyptus, 3 lavender Perspiring Feet 3 drops cypress, 3 lavender, 3 sage -or6 drops fir Tired Aching Feet 5 drops juniper, 2 rosemary Internal Cramps and Aches 4 drops clary sage, 2 peppermint

Essential Oils should be diluted for these applications - 5 to 10 drops oil to two pints water. Stir thoroughly then soak towel in it, wring it out and apply to area - change compress as soon as they reach body temperature.

Compresses

HOT Aching Muscles 2 drops Roman chamomile, 2 rosemary, 1 sandalwood

Colics 2 drops basil, 2 rosemary, 1 fennel

Menstrual Cramps 3 drops clary sage, 2 marjoram Basic Pain-Relieving 2 drops peppermint, 2 lavender, 2 Roman chamomile Acne, Pimples 2 drops lavender, 1 lemon Dry Skin 2 drops rose, 1 neroli, 1 Roman chamomile Oily Skin 1 drop rose, 1 sandalwood, 1 geranium COLD Headache or Sunstroke 3 drops rose, 1 Melissa, 1 lavender

Fever 2 drops lemon, 1 lavender (on forehead) -or2 drops eucalyptus (on feet) Nervousness and Stress 4 drops lavender, 1 Melissa (on forehead) Sprains, Falls, Bruises 2 drops lavender, 2 fennel Headache or Hangover 4 drops geranium, 1 lemon

Based on using two pints of hot water - steaming - review our applications section in the Aromatherapy topic for more detail.

Inhalation

Headache 1 drop Melissa, 2 peppermint, 2 lavender Colds/Flu 2 drops eucalyptus, 2 peppermint, 2 tea tree -or1 drop sage, 2 lemongrass, 4 rosemary Strong Flu 4 drops eucalyptus, 1 camphor, 1 pepper Throat Infection 3 drops thyme Asthma 3 drops hyssop, 2 lavender 1 peppermint

Colds, Flu, Other Infections 3 drops lavender, 2 rosemary, 2 thyme (stimulating - use in morning) -or4 drops rosemary, 2 verbena Depression, Fear 4 drops clary sage, 2 bergamot -or6 drops Melissa, 4 basil Nervousness, Overexcitement 6 drops geranium, 4 basil -or4 drops lavender, 4 clary sage -or5 drops orange, 1 jasmine Mental Confusion 6 drops Melissa, 4 bergamot -or6 drops lemon, 2 lemongrass, 2 lavender -or4 drops rosewood, 4 patchouli Shock 4 drops clary sage, 2 marjoram, 2 rose, 2 ylang-ylang -or4 drops cypress, 2 cedarwood, 2 sandalwood Meditation 6 drops frankincense, 4 patchouli, 2 bergamot, 3 lavender, 3 bergamot (relaxing, use at night) Detoxifying 2 drops geranium, 2 rosemary, 2 juniper Cellulite 6 drops juniper, 2 orange, 2 cypress, 2 lemon (2 times a week, repeated several months)

High Blood Pressure 4 drops ylang-ylang, 4 marjoram Rheumatism 6 drops rosemary, 3 eucalyptus, 1 camphor General Relaxation, Insomnia 4 drops Roman chamomile, 2 lavender -or4 drops neroli, 2 Roman chamomile -ordrops lavender, 3 clary sage Stimulating 6 drops rosemary, 2 bergamot Impotence, Anorgasmia 6 drops clary sage, 2 jasmine, 2 pepper (water up to hips only)

Massage
Essential oils require emulsifiers to dissolve - review our topic on Applications to choose which one you will use in addition to the following ingredients.

Stimulating 15 drops rosewood, 6 geranium, 4 orange Relaxing 15 drops lavender, 10 sandalwood, 5 Melissa Aching Muscles 10 drops juniper, 8 rosemary, 8 lavender, 2 lemon Weakness of Connective Tissue 30 drops lavender, 50 ml. wheat germ oil Tired, Aching Legs 15 drops rosemary, 10 lavender Cellulite 15 drops orange, 10 cypress -or-

10 drops cypress, 6 geranium, 3 sage (with wheat germ and jojoba oil) Varicose Veins 10 drops juniper, 10 cypress, 5 lemon -or10 drops rosemary, 6 juniper, 6 lavender (use daily, but do not massage the veins directly) Smoothing the Skin 15 drops lavender, 4 neroli, 4 rose or frankincense Reducing Weight, Draining the Tissue, Increasing Circulation (especially in the hips and thighs) 20 drops juniper, 10 cypress Rheumatism 10 drops juniper, 10 rosemary, 5 lavender, 5 lemon -or10 drops camphor, 15 rosemary, 10 eucalyptus (test skin sensitivity first) Sedative for Sorrow, Depression, Overexcitement 8 drops bergamot, 8 rosewood, 2 jasmine -or8 drops ylang-ylang, 4 patchouli or jasmine Headaches or Cold and Flu Aches 2 drops Melisa or lavnder undiluted on forehead and/or temples Mental Exhaustion 2 drops Melissa undiltued on forehead and temples Dizziness, Lack of Memory 2 drops rosemary undiluted on forehead and temples

Recipes that Appealed to Me

8 Drops of Orange 4 Lavender

1 Clary Sage 5 Drops Lavender 2 Lemon 1 Rose 5 Drops Lavender 1 Chamomile 1 Ylang Ylang 3 Drops Lavender 1 Bergamot 1 Rose Geranium 8 Drops Lemon 4 Rosemary 2 Sage 1Clove all in 2 ounces of Vodka for Memory Stress 8 Drops Lavender 4 Geranium 2 Clary Sage 2 Spruce all in 2 ounces of Oil

Night 6 drops Bergamot 3 Geranium 2 Chamomile 1 Frankincense 1 Rose in 2 ounces of Oil Circulation 10 drops Lemon 6 Geranium 4 Rosemary in 2 ounces of oil Sprain 6 drops German Chamomile or lavender 1/2c Cold Water soak a cloth and wring it out and apply as often as needed. Healing 2 ounces St Johns Wort Oil or Arnica oil 12 drops Lavender 8 Marjoram 2 Chamomile

Hair Conditioner

1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup honey

Combine ingredients in a small saucepan and heat until just boiling. Remove immediately from heat and let cool. Pour into a plastic spray bottle and spray on the ends of hair while wet. Wrap a warm, wet towel

around hair and leave for one hour. Shampoo the mixture out of your hair, rinse and dry as usual. Mixture should be stored in a cool place.

Hair Conditioner -- Mix 1/2 cup honey and 1/4 cup olive oil. (Use 2 tablespoons oil for normal hair.) Work a small amount at a time through hair until coated. Cover hair with a shower cap; leave on 30 minutes. Remove shower cap; shampoo well and rinse. Dry as normal.
Ingredients for Formula #1: Hair Conditioner

15 drops Geranium Essential Oil (Bourbon or Egyptian) 10 drops Rosewood Essential Oil 1 Tablespoon Jojoba Natural Oil 2 oz. Basic Hair Conditioner

Ingredients for Formula #2:

25 drops Lemon Essential Oil 8 drops Chamomile(German) Essential Oil 1 Tablespoon Jojoba Natural Oil 2 oz. Basic Hair Conditioner

Notes: These are two formulas I have used in the past for hair conditioners. They both smell absolutely wonderful. Formula #1 has a heavier woodsy floral scent and the Geranium is suppose to bring out your red highlights. Formula #2 has a soft sunny smell and is suppose to bring out the blonde highlights in your hair. I generally put a bit in my hand (about the size of a quarter) and run it through my hair while it is still wet, then I towel dry it. I find if I use less conditioner and do not rinse it out my hair is softer and shinier and just as manageable. Directions: To make either Formula simply drop the essential oils indicated in Ingredients directly into 2 oz. of any basic hair conditioner.

Then add 1 measuring tablespoon of Jojoba Natural Oil and shake until well mixed.

Allspice - Contentment
Latin name: Pimenta Dioica. Family name: Myrtaceae. Allspice oil is produced by distilling the leaves, and fruit of the herb and is imported from Jamaica. It has a powerful sweet spicy aroma similar to cloves. Allspice originated in the West Indies and South America and the Indians have used it for centuries in medicine. Traditional uses include: relieving mental fatigue, nervous strain, and heartburn; for healing coughs and bronchitis, anorexia, to uplift and warm, as an aphrodisiac, relieve muscular cramps, bronchitis, whooping cough and painful periods; reduce nervous tension and other stress related problems. Allspice primary chemical eugenol irritates the mucous membranes, and has been found to cause dermal irritation. It should therefore be used with care in low dilutions only. Emotional profile: for relieving pain and stress, dipepsia, and neuralgia. Blends with: Ginger, geranium, lavender, patchouli, neroli, oriental and spicy bases.

Anise - Awakening
Latin name: Illicium Verum. Family name: Illiciaceae. Anise oil is produced by distilling the fruits of the herb and is imported from China. It has a extremely sweet, licorice aroma. Anise originated in China and the chinese have used it for centuries in medicine. Traditional uses include: to brighten mood, strengthen nervous system, for healing coughs and bronchitis,cholic and rheumatism, for relieving headache and sinusitis. Anise in large doses is a narcotic and slows down the circulation, and should not be used during pregnancy. Emotional profile: for relieving pain and stress, lack of direction. Blends with: rose, lavender, orange, pine and other spice oils.

Sweet Basil - Awakening

Latin name: Ocimum basilicum. Family name: Labiatae. Sweet basil oil is produced by distilling the leaves of the herb and is imported from France. It has a slightly licorice aroma. Basil originated in India and Hindus have used it for centuries in medicine. Traditional uses include: to brighten mood, strengthen nervous system, improve mental clarity and memory, for relieving headache and sinusitis. Basil should not be used during pregnancy. Emotional profile: for relieving pain and stress, lack

of direction. Blends with: bergamot, clary sage, citronella, and geranium.

Bergamot - Uplifting Release

Latin name: Citrus bergamia. Family name: Rutaceae. Bergamot oil is cold pressed from the fruit peel and is imported from Italy. It has a sweet & fruity scent. Bergamot oil is documented in old herbal texts. Traditional uses include: balancing nervous system, relieving anxiety and stress, lifting melancholy, for restful sleep, antiviral, cold sores, psoriasis, eczema and insect repellent. Bergamot may cause skin sensitivity to bright sunlight. A bergaptene free oil is available. Bergaptene is the constituent which increases the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Qi characteristics: cool and dry, element - wood. Emotional profile: to relieve helplessness, hopelessness, emptiness and grief. Blends with: lavender, neroli, jasmine, coriander, juniper, chamomile, lemon, geranium, and cypress.

Cardamon - Contentment
Latin name: Elettaria cardamomum. Family name: Zingiberaceae. Cardamon oil is distilled from the seed and is imported from South and Central America. It has a spicy aroma with floral undertones. Cardamon has been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for over 3,000 years. Traditional uses include: relieving mental fatigue, nervous strain, and heartburn; for healing coughs and bronchitis, anorexia, to uplift and warm, as an aphrodisiac. Avoid use on allergic skin. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - earth. Emotional profile: to relieve inflexibility, suspicion, self-pity, confusion, intolerance. Blends with: rose, neroli, frankincense, cedarwood, orange, ylang ylang, bergamot, and clove.

Atlas Cedar - Transformative Certainty

Latin name: Cedrus atlantica. Family name: Pinaceae. There are several varieties of cedar; the Atlas Cedar is one of the most beneficial for aromatherapy. The oil is distilled from the wood and is imported from Morocco & Algeria, North Africa. It has a woody aroma. Atlas cedar was believed to have been used extensively by the Egyptians in cosmetics, perfume and medicine. Traditional uses include: to relax tense muscles, calm emotions, help breathing, for enhancing meditation, easing pain, repelling insects. Atlas Cedar should not be used during pregnancy. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - water. Emotional profile: for relief of irrationality, worry, fear and

mental obsession. Blends with: bergamot, cypress, ylang ylang, rosemary, juniper, vetiver, neroli, clary sage, and frankincense.

Cedarwood - Transformative Certainty

Latin name: Juniperus Virginiana. Family name: cupressaceae. There are several varieties of cedarwood; the Virginia Cedarwood is one of the most beneficial for aromatherapy. The oil is distilled from the wood and extracted in the United States. It has a "balsamic" (pencil wood), woody aroma. Cedarwood was Used by the Native Americans for respiratory infections, especially those involving an excess of catarrh. Traditional uses include: Help breathing, menstrual delay, rheumatism, arthritis, skin rashes, psoriasis, venereal warts, gonorrhea, pyelitis and kidney infections. It is an excellent insect and vermin repellent (mosquitoes, moths, woodworm, rats, etc.) and was once used with citronella as a comercial insecticide. Cedarwood should not be used during pregnancy. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - wood. Emotional profile: for relief of irrationality, worry, nervous tension, stress related disorders, fear and mental obsession. Blends with: benzoin, sandalwood, rose, juniper, vetiver, cypress, and patchouli.

Roman Chamomille - Calm Acceptance

Latin name: Anthemis nobilis. Family name: Compositae. The oil is distilled from the flowers grown in the North America, britain, Belgium, Hungary, Italy, and France. It has a warm, sweet and fruity herbaceous aroma. Chamomile was one of the nine sacred herbs of the Saxons, which they called 'maythen'. This herb had a medical reputation in Europe and especially in the Mediterranean region for over 2000 years and is still in widespread use today. It was employed by the ancient Egyptians and the Moors. It was also held to be the "Plants Physician" since it promoted the health of plants nearby. It is current in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia for the treatment of dyspepsia, nausea, anorexia, vomiting in pregnancy, dysmenorrhea and specifically flatulent dyspepsia associated with mental stress.Traditional uses include: Acne, allergies, boils, burns, chilblains, dermatitis, earache, aczema, psoriasis, hair care, inflamations, insect bites, rashes, sensitive skin. teething pain, toothache, wound care, Arthritis, inflamed joints, muscular pain, neuralgia, rheumatism, sprains, dyspepsia, colic, indigestion, nausea, Dysmenorrhea, menopausal problems, menorrhagia, Headache, insomnia, nervous tension, migraine and stress related complaints. Roman Chamomile should be avoided during

early pregnancy. Qi characteristics: cool, element - wood. Emotional profile: to relieve anger, hysteria, fear, spirit disconnection, grief, worry. Blends with: bergamot, clary sage, Oaomoss, jasmine, labdanum, neroli, rose, geranium, and lavender.

Citronella
Latin name: Cymbopogon nardus. Family name: Graminacaea. The oil is distilled from the herb and is imported from Ceylon. It has a fresh grassy-woody scent. Traditional Chinese medicine currently uses this herb for rheumatic pain. Traditional uses include: as a mosquito repellent, for colds, flu and neuralgia, to relieve pain of rheumatism and arthritis, melancholy. Avoid using on sensitive or damaged skin. Blends with: geranium, lemon, bergamot, orange, cedarwood and pine.

Clary Sage - Clarity

Latin name: Salvia sclarea. Family name: Labiatae. Clary sage oil is distilled from the flowering tops and the herb and is imported from France. It has a spicy, hay-like aroma. It has been called "clear eye" and was used for healing eye problems in times past. Traditional uses include: relieving stress and tension, lifting melancholy, easing pain, restful sleep, as an aphrodisiac; contains estrogen-like hormone, for menopause and PMS, relieving nervous exhaustion. Clary Sage should not be used during pregnancy, avoid if you have endometriosis, breast, ovarian and uterine cysts and other estrogen dependant conditions (cancers). Qi characteristics: dry, element - metal. Emotional profile: for relieving worry, crying, guilt, obsessions and compulsions, hostility, panic. Blends with: juniper, bergamot, lavender, frankincense, coriander, cardamon, geranium, sandalwood, cedarwood, pine and jasmine.

Clove Bud
Latin name: Eugenia caryophyllata. Family name: Myrtacaea. Clove bud oil is distilled from the flower buds and is imported from Madagascar. It has a spicy, fruity, warm and sweet aroma. Traditional uses include: for toothache, colds, flu and fungal infections, as a mosquito repellent, to relieve fatigue and melancholy, as an aphrodisiac. Clove bud oil should not be used on damaged or sensitive skin. Use in moderation. Blends with: rose, ylang ylang, clary sage, bergamot, and bay laurel.

Coriander - Encouragement

Latin name: Coriandrum sativum. Family name: Umbelliferae. Coriander oil is distilled from the seeds and is imported from France. It has a spicy, sweet and fragrant aroma. Coriander seeds were found in the Egyptian tomb of Ramses II. Traditional uses include: relieving muscular aches and pains, increasing circulation, for colds, flu and rheumatism, for help with sleep and nervous exhaustion. Use in moderation and avoid if you have fibrosis or breast cancer. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - earth/fire. Emotional profile: to relieve doubt, fear of failure, feelings of vulnerability, weariness and irritability. Blends with: clary sage, ginger, bergamot, cypress, pine, jasmine, frankincense, neroli, citronella, and sandalwood.

Cypress - Inner Renewal

Latin name: Cupressus sempervirens. Family name: Cupressaceae. Cypress oil is distilled from the needles and twigs and is imported from Europe. It has a spicy, refreshing pineneedle aroma.. Cypress incense is used today by Tibetans for purification. Traditional uses include: to increase circulation, relieve muscular cramps, bronchitis, whooping cough and painful periods; reduce nervous tension and other stress related problems, as an immune stimulant. Avoid cypress if you are pregnant, have high blood pressure, cancer or uterine and breast fibrosis. Qi characteristics: cool and dry, element metal/water. Emotional profile: for relief of grief, self-hate, jealousy, loss and regret, isolation. Blends with: cedarwood, pine, lavender, clary sage, lemon, cardamon, juniper, bergamot, orange, marjoram, and sandalwood.

Sweet Fennel - Confident Expression

Latin name: Foeniculum vulgare. Family name: Umbelliferae. It is distilled from the fruit and is imported from Spain. It has a earthy-peppery aroma.. In times past, fennel was used to ward off evil spirits. Traditional uses include: for neuro-muscular spasms, rheumatism and arthritis; bronchitis, whooping cough, as a nerve tonic in relieving stress and nervous tension. Use in moderation and avoid if you are pregnant or have epilepsy. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - earth. Emotional profile: to aid with mental and emotional blocks, resisting change, fear of failure, creativity blocks. Blends with: geranium, lavender, rose and sandalwood.

Frankincense - Liberation

Latin name: Boswellia species. Family name: Burseraceae. Frankincense oil is CO2 distilled from oleo-gum-resin of the tree and is imported from Africa. It has a spicy, balsamic aroma. Frankincense was known as one of the most precious substances to ancient man and is associated with religious practice. Traditional uses include: to calm, enhance meditation, elevate mind and spirit, help breathing, for psychic cleansing; for care of mature skin and scars. Qi characteristics: cool and dry, element earth/metal. Emotional profile: for healing fears, grief, repressed feelings, self-destruction and dissociation/disconnection. Blends with: sandalwood, pine, vetiver, geranium, lavender, neroli, orange, bergamot, and basil.

Geranium - Comforter
Latin name: Pelargonium graveolens. Family name: Geraniaceae. Geranium oil is distilled from the leaves of the plant and is imported from Egypt. It has a leafy rose scent. Geranium has been long revered for its fragrance. Traditional uses include: reducing stress and tension, easing pain, balancing emotions and hormones, PMS, relieve fatigue and nervous exhaustion, to lift melancholy, lessen fluid retention, repel insects. Qi characteristics: cool and moist, element - water/earth. Emotional profile: to aid with acute fear, rigidity, abuse, lack of selfesteem, discontentment, heartache. Blends with: lavender, patchouli, clove, rose, neroli, sandalwood, jasmine, juniper and bergamot.

Ginger - Longevity
Latin name: Zingiber officinale. Family name: Zingiberaceae. Ginger oil is distilled from the root of the plant and is imported from China. It has a warm, spicy-woodsy odor. Ginger has been used as a healing remedy for thousands of years. Traditional uses include: reducing muscular aches and pains, increasing circulation, relieving bronchitis and whooping cough, nervous exhaustion, in healing colds flu and fever and to stimulate appetite. Qi characteristics: hot and dry, element - water/fire. Emotional profile: for sexual anxieties, lack of direction, confusion, loneliness. Blends with: sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, frankincense, cedarwood, coriander, rose, neroli, and orange.

Grapefruit - Purification
Latin name: Citrus paradisi. Family name: Rutacaea. Grapefruit oil is cold pressed from the peel of the U.S. grapefruit. It has a fresh, sweet, citrus scent. Traditional uses include: to lift

melancholy, relieve muscle fatigue, as an astringent for oily skin, to refresh and energize the body, stimulate detoxification, as an airborne disinfectant. Qi characteristics: cool and dry, element - wood/earth. Emotional profile: for use with self-doubt and criticism, dependency, frustration and grief. Blends with: lemon, palmarosa, bergamot, neroli, rosemary, cardamon, geranium, lavender and cypress.

Hyssop - Purification
Latin name: Hyssopus officinalis. Family name: Lamiaceae (labiatae). Hyssop oil is extracted from the leaves and flowering tops. It has a sweet, camphoraceous top note and warm spicyherbaceous undertone. Traditional uses include: to purify, for respiratory and digestive complaints, rheumatism, bruises, sores, earache and toothache, used to regulate the blood pressure, as a general nerve tonic, and for states of anxiety or hysteria. It is current in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia as a specific for bronchitis and the common cold. Qi characteristics: cool and moist, element - wood/earth. Emotional profile: for healing fears, grief, repressed feelings, self-destruction and dissociation/disconnection. Blends with: Lavender, rosemary, myrtle, bay leaf, sage, clary sage, geranium, and citrus oils.

Jasmine - Harmonious Desire

Latin name: Jasminum grandiflorum. Family name: Oleaceae. Jasmine oil is extracted from the flowers. It has a rich, sweet floral scent. Traditional uses include: to lift melancholy, for muscular spasm, painful periods and labour pains, to relieve anxiety and nervous exhaustion, for impotence. Qi characteristics: neutral, element - fire/water. Emotional profile: to relieve repressed feelings, bitter jealously, low self-esteem, guilt, emotional abuse. Blends with: rose, sandalwood, clary sage, and citrus oils.

Juniper Berry - Empowering Determination

Latin name: Juniperus communis. Family name: Cupressaceae. Juniper Berry oil is distilled from the berries and is imported from Italy. It has a fresh, pine-needle aroma. Believed to be magical, juniper was used to avert and protect one from evil. Traditional uses include: to energize and relieve exhaustion, ease inflammation and spasms, for improving mental clarity and memory, purifying the body, to lessen fluid retention, for disinfecting. Juniper Berry should not be used during pregnancy or if you have kidney disease. Qi characteristics: hot and dry, element - water. Emotional profile: for guilt, unworthiness, discontentment, abusive experiences, empathy, defensive

behavior. Blends with: vetiver, sandalwood, cedarwood, cypress, clary sage, pine, lavender, rosemary, and geranium.

Lavender - Healing Expression

Latin name: Lavandula officinalis. Family name: Labiatae. Lavender oil is distilled from the flowering tops of the plant and is imported from France. It has a sweet, floral-herbaceous, balsamic-woody scent. Lavender has been used for centuries as a fragrance and a medicine. It is generally regarded as the most versatile essence therapeutically. Often referred to as the "Angel of Healing"Traditional uses include: balancing emotions, relieving stress, tension and headache, to promote restful sleep, heal the skin, to lower high blood pressure, help breathing, for disinfecting. Qi characteristics: cool and dry, element fire/wood. Emotional profile: for panic, hysteria, fears, insecurity, trauma, worry, burnout, addiction, obsessive and agitated behaviors. Blends with: most oils including citrus, florals, cedarwood, clove, clary sage, pine, geranium, vetiver, and patchouli.

Lemon - Refreshing Trust

Latin name: Citrus Limonum. Family name: Rutaceae. Lemon is cold pressed from the lemon peel and is from the US. It has a fresh lemon scent. It is said that lemon was used to prevent scurvy by our ancestors who traveled the seas. Traditional uses include: to balance the nervous system, as a disinfectant, to refresh and uplift, for purifying the body. May cause skin sensitivity to the sun or irritate sensitive skin. Qi characteristics: cool and dry, element - earth/fire. Emotional profile: to relieve bitter resentment, distrust, irrational thinking, apathy. Blends with: lavender, neroli, juniper, eucalyptus, geranium, fennel, chamomile, frankincense, sandalwood, rose and ylang ylang.

Lemongrass
Latin name: Cymbopogon citratus. Family name: Graminacaea. Lemongrass is distilled from the leaves and is imported from Guatemala. It has a powerful, lemon-grass aroma.. There has been recent research in India which shows that lemongrass acts as sedative on the central nervous system. Traditional uses include: as an insect repellent and deodorizer, for athlete's foot, as a tissue toner, to relieve muscular pain (sports-muscle pain), increase circulation, for headaches, for nervous exhaustion and other stress related problems. Use with care and avoid in pregnancy. Blends with: citronella, vetiver and palmarosa.

LIME

Latin name: Citrus aurantifolia. Family name: Rutaceae. Lime is distilled from the peel of the unripe fruit or steam distilled from the whole ripe crushed fruit and is native to Florida and imported from West Indies. It has a fresh, sweet, citrus-peel aroma..Traditional uses include: to relieve muscular pain (sports-muscle pain), increase circulation, for headaches, for nervous exhaustion and other stress related problems, fever reduction, infections, sore throat, colds and fever, blood thinner. Use with care and DO NOT USE WITH COUMARIN OR OTHER BLOOD THINNING MEDICATIONS. Blends with: Neroli, citronella, lavender, lavandin, rosemary, clary sage, and other citrus oils.

Sweet Marjoram - Comforting Compassion

Latin name: Marjorana hortensis. Family name: Labiatae. Sweet marjoram oil is distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of the plant and is imported from France. It has a warm & spicy aroma. Sweet marjoram was used medicinally by Romans and ancient Greek physicians. Traditional uses include: to relax tense muscles and relieve spasms, calm and promote restful sleep, ease migraine headache, for comforting the heart, lowering high blood pressure, to help breathing, disinfecting. Marjoram should not be used during pregnancy. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - earth/fire. Emotional profile: for hysteria, anger, feelings of isolation. Blends with: lavender, eucalyptus, tea-tree, cedarwood, cypress, chamomile, bergamot, and rosemary.

Myrrh - Transcendental Bridge

Latin name: Commiphora myrrha. Family name: Burseraceae. Myrrh oil is distilled from the resin and is imported from Africa. It has a sharp, warm balsamic aroma. In Egyptian lore, Myrrh is said to have come from the tears of Horus. Traditional uses include: to heal wounds and nurture mature skin, for bronchitis and colds, to relieve apathy and calm. Avoid use on damaged or sensitive skin. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element earth/metal. Emotional profile: in relieving emotional coldness, lack of will, lack of spirit connection, emotional blocks. Blends with: frankincense, sandalwood, cypress, juniper, geranium, patchouli, lavender, and pine.

Neroli - Emotional Harmony

Latin name: Citrus aurantium var. amara. Family name: Rutaceae. Neroli oil is extracted from the flower of bitter orange tree and is imported from Morocco. It has a refreshing, bittersweet aroma. In times past, orange flower blossoms were worn at weddings as a symbol of purity. Traditional uses include: for healing thread veins, scars and nourishing mature skin,

increasing circulation, in relieving anxiety, melancholy and nervous tension, bronchitis, as an aphrodisiac. Qi characteristics: cool, element - fire/wood. Emotional profile: for emotional crisis, longing, grief, abuse, hopelessness. Blends with: chamomile, coriander, geranium, lemon, ylang ylang, lavender, jasmine, and clary sage.

Sweet Orange - Happiness

Latin name: Citrus sinensis. Family name: Rutaceae. Orange oil is cold pressed from the orange peel and is from the US and Brazil. It has a citrus, sweet orange scent. Orange trees were once rare and native only to China and India. Traditional uses include: to brighten mood, calm and reduce stress, as an environmental disinfectant. Orange may cause skin sensitivity to bright sunlight. Qi characteristics: neutral, element - wood. Emotional profile: to relieve apathy, emotional abuse, worry, addiction, burnout, hopelessness, self-consciousness. Blends with: lavender, clove, myrrh, clary sage, lemon, and neroli.

Palmarosa - Secure Heart

Latin name: Cymbopogon martini. Family name: Graminacaea. Palmarosa oil is distilled from the tops of the plants and is imported from Asia. It has a floral-rose grassy scent. Palmarosa is used today in Ayurvedic medicine. Traditional uses include: to stimulate cellular regeneration and moisturize skin, for nervous exhaustion and stress conditions, to calm and uplift. Qi characteristics: cool and moist, element - fire. Emotional profile: for irritability, apathy and tension. Blends with: geranium, florals, cedarwood and sandalwood.

Rose Absolute - Nurturing Heart

Latin name: Rosa centifolia. Family name: Rosaceae. Rose Absolute is extracted from the rose flower and is imported from Morocco. It has a rich rosy fragrance. Avicenna, a 10th century Arabian alchemist, gave us our first rose oil. Traditional uses include: for brighter mood, menopause, to help reduce wrinkles, for calming and reducing nervous tension, to promote restful sleep, as an aphrodisiac. Qi characteristics: cool and moist, element - fire. Emotional profile: for grief, fears of loving and being loved, sexuality, jealously, self-destruction, vengeance and bitterness. Blends with: geranium, bergamot, lavender, clary sage, sandalwood and patchouli.

Rosemary - Remembered Destiny

Latin name: Rosmarinus officinalis. Family name: Labiatae. Rosemary oil is distilled from the flowering tops of the herb and is imported from Spain. It has a camphor like aroma. Ancient Greeks and Romans gave rosemary sacred status for its many beneficial uses. Traditional uses include: to energize, relax tense muscles, brighten mood, for improving mental clarity and memory, easing pain, to relieve headaches, disinfecting. Rosemary should not be used if you are pregnant, if you have epilepsy or high blood pressure. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - fire. Emotional profile: for disorientation, indecision, burnout. Blends with: frankincense, cedarwood, peppermint, basil, pine, citronella and lavender.

Sandalwood - Now Here

Latin name: Santalum album. Family name: Santalaceae. Sandalwood oil is distilled from the heartwood and is imported from India. It has a woody, balsamic aroma. Sandalwood is believed to bring about calmness and serenity and is linked with incense and meditation. Traditional uses include: to lift melancholy, enhance meditation, heal the skin, help breathing, for calming and reducing stress, restful sleep, disinfecting, as an aphrodisiac. Qi characteristics: cool and moist, element - earth. Emotional profile: to relieve possessiveness, lack of forgiveness, cynicism, insecurity, loneliness, nightmares, dwelling on the past. Blends with: rose, clove, lavender, jasmine, myrrh, patchouli, vetiver, geranium and bergamot.

Tea-Tree - Strong Health

Latin name: Melaleuca alternifolia. Family name: Myrtaceae. Teatree is distilled from the leaves and is imported from Australia. It has a spicy, medicinal aroma. Tea-tree is one of the most scientifically researched oils. Traditional uses include: as an immuno-stimulant particularly against bacteria, viruses and fungi, for relieving inflammation, as a disinfectant. Qi characteristics: warm and dry, element - metal/fire. Blends with: lavender, clove, marjoram, rosemary, clary sage, pine, and geranium.

Vetiver - Earth Connection

Latin name: Vetiveria zizanioides. Family name: Graminacaea. Vetiver is distilled from the rootlets and is imported from Haiti. It has a heavy, woodsy, earthy-sweet scent. Traditional uses include: for muscular aches, to increase circulation, to relieve melancholy and nervous tension, for restful sleep. Qi

characteristics: cool and moist, element - earth. Emotional profile: for fears, obsessions, scattered thoughts, anger and hurt, unworthiness, neurotic behavior, addiction. Blends with: sandalwood, ylang ylang, clary sage, lavender, patchouli, jasmine and rose.

Ylang Ylang - Euphoric Union

Latin name: Cananga odorata. Family name: Annonaceae. Ylang Ylang oil is distilled from the flowers of the plant and is imported from Indonesia. It has an exotic sweet floral scent. Ylang Ylang is heralded by many as an aphrodisiac. Traditional uses include: brightening mood, relieving anger and anxiety, relaxing tense muscles, to calm and promote restful sleep, lower high blood pressure, an aphrodisiac, for disinfecting. Qi characteristics: cool and moist, element - fire. Emotional profile: to release emotional guilt, resentment, jealousy, obstinance, frustration and irritability, impatience and self-absorption. Blends with: jasmine, vetiver, bergamot, rose, citrus oils.

Angelic Blend grapefruit, lime, lemon, basil, lavender and cedarwood Calming Blend lavender, orange, geranium, cedarwood, marjoram, frankincense and rose Citrus Blend orange, tangerine and lime Herbal Energizing Blend rosemary, cypress, juniper, basil, lemongrass, orange and vetiver Meditation Blend frankincense, myrrh, ylang ylang, sandalwood and cistus Relaxing Blend cedarwood, sweet orange and ylang ylang

Resting Blend lavender, manderin orange, marjoram, roman chamomile, and spikenard Revitalizing Blend rosemary, lemongrass, orange, ginger root, grapefruit, mandarin, cinnamon and lemon Stimulating Blend mandarin, lemon, bergamot, tangerine, lime, litsea cubeba, lemongrass and fir needle Winter's Glow Blend clove, bitter orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, mandarin and sweet bay For Women Blend orange, sandalwood, clary sage, rose, jasmine, yarrow, tanacetum, ylang ylang and vetiver Yogi Blend patchouli, cedarwood, spruce needle, frankincense, myrrh, spikenard, cistus and vetiver

Mary Magdalen Myrrh, Egyptian Rose, Myrrh, Jasmine, Frankincense, Frankincense Spikenard, and Sandalwood Angelica, in Grapeseed oil Cedarwood base. and Ud in Grapeseed oil base. Isis

Sacred Tranquility Crown Frankincense, Tuberose, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Clary sage and Vanilla, Styrax Neroli in a (liquidamber) Grapeseed oil and Tangerine base. in a Grapeseed oil base.

Experience a This blend of In meditation The Tranquility deep, sacred, oils is or quiet yoga in all of us can feminine healing harmonious to postures, this be reached energy within. those uses by blend helps us through the Scent Mary to become process of communicates Magdalene, more focused. meditation itself to our soul the woman and relaxation Ancient oil of with this directly, with the influencing our alabaster jar, Frankincense centering mood and to anoint the slows down blend. "In the emotions. head of Christ. the breath. moment be"Come light the The emerging Sacred oil of twixt the Sandalwood breathing in scent burner feminine is has a calming, and the with Myrrh, increasingly centering Jasmine, and evident in breathing out effect on a Sandalwood, let today's is hidden all the essence society, could racing mind the mysteries and body. bring my heart it be no of the Infinite Sacred oil of Garden." Deep to the "beauty of coincidence Neroli lifts us breathing is the Nile!" that the who are too Roman the key to numerals for immersed in deep the year '2000' the material relaxation! world to the are MM! place where the higher self can be contacted.

Arthritic Blend Lavender, Frankincense, Blue Chamomile, Clary sage, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Peppermint, Cinnamon, Valerian, Myrrh, Ginger, Birch, Marjoram, Celery and Juniper in Sweet Almond and Jojoba oil base. ARIES Cardamom, Cedarwood, Oakmoss, Frankincense and Rose blended in Grapeseed oil.

Overworked Muscle Muscles Toning

Dream time

Eucalyptus, Blue Black Pepper, Clary sage, Chamomile, Juniper, Ginger, Lavender, Sandalwood, Peppermint, Marjoram, Rosemary Melissa Rosemary and (lemon balm) and Ginger in Pettigraine in and a blend of a blend of Sandalwood in Grapeseed Grapeseed Almond oil. oil. oil. Please scroll down page to see description and pricing. Please scroll down page to see description and pricing.

TAURUS Mimosa, Vanilla, Geranium, Violet and Vetiver blended in Grapeseed

GEMINI CANCER Lavender, Jasmine, Lemongrass, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Hay, Spiknard Clary Sage and and Myrtle Rosewood blended in blended in oil. Grapeseed oil.

LEO Frankincense, Clove, Sandalwood, Ambergris and Benzoin blended in Grapeseed oil.

VIRGO Styrax, Lavender, Peppermint, Bergamot and Lemon Verbena blended in Grapeseed oil.

LIBRA Violet, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Tuberose and Light Musk blended in Grapeseed oil.

SCORPIO White Pine, Rosemary, Vanilla, Ginger and Myrrh blended in Grapeseed oil.

SAGITTARIUS CAPRICORN Nutmeg, Clove, Rose, Bulgarian Frankincense, Juniper, Vetiver Patchouli, and Neroli Cypress and blended in Vetiver Grapeseed oil. blended in Grapeseed oil. Second Chakra Creative Wave Vertiver, Cedarwood, Myrrh, Ginger, Clary Sage, Cypress and Rosewood, Patchouli in Ylang Ylang Almond oil and Spikenard base. in Almond oil base. First Chakra Mother Earth

AQUARIUS Bergamot, Myrrh, Frankincense, Vetiver and Pine blended in Grapeseed oil. Third Chakra Awaking Fire

PISCES Ylang Ylang, Ambergris, Jasmine Sambac, Clary sage and Clove blended in Grapeseed oil.

Fourth Chakra Raphel of Love Sandalwood, Rose, Yarrow, Juniper, Roman Lavender, Chamomile, Bergamot and Lavender and Basil in Almond Fennel in oil base. Almond oil base.

Sixth Chakra Beauty of a Thousand Suns Frankincense, Basil, Jasmine, Geranium, Benzoin, Lavender, Clary Blue Chamomile and Sage and Spiknard Bergamot in Almond in Almond oil base. oil base.

Fifth Chakra OM

Seventh Chakra Wisdom Beyond Neroli, Frankincense, Myrrh, St. John's Wort and Sandalwood in Almond oil base.

Jet Lag A.M

Jet Lag P.M.

The Arrival

Lemon Balm/Melissa, Lemongrass, Ginger, Peppermint, Angelica, Rosemary and Eucalyptus in a Jojoba oil base. Great Wake-up Call! Whether you are jetting around the world or just plain tired in the morning or early afternoon, get that extra lift you need. Use 8 to 10 drops in your morning bath water (add after tap has been turned off) or on washcloth/ sponge when showering.

Lavender, Clary sage, Geranium, Blue Chamomile, Lemon Verbena and Vertiver in a Jojoba oil base. Do you find yourself lying awake after a long trip? Or have you had a stressful day. To relax just put a few drops in a nice warm bath or rub some on your pulse points before retiring.

Lemongrass, Thyme, Lavender, Sandalwood and Jasmine in pure distilled water.

Do you feel that your Hotel room needs that fresh smell? Just pull back bed covers and lightly spray the sheets, blankets and pillows, 30 minutes before retiring. Nice for keeping your home refreshed every day too!

UN-Stress for Success Geranium, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Jasmine, Lavender, Rose and Vetiver in moisturizing massage lotion.

Super Stress Essential Oil Blend: Clary Sage, Valerian, St. Johns Wort, Angelica, Rosewood, Lavender (Bulgarian) and Vetiver in Grapeseed and Jojoba oils.

Migraine Blend Essential Oil Blend: Peppermint, Angelica Root, Chamomile (German), Lavender (Bulgarian), Marjoram, (organic), Basil (holy), Clary sage, Melissa (Lemon Balm), and Ginger in an Almond oil base. I have suffered from migraines for most of my life, whether they are from sinus or cluster migraines caused from stress this blend works wonders. At the on set of a headache put a few drops into palm of hand

This is a wonderful blend that will UNstress the most unpleasant situation. Use as a body lotion after the bath or as a hand cream through out the day. Also, wonderful as a

This is a blend for the times when you are not in control of emotions or at the edge of an anxiety attach. Gently massage a few drops of the blend on the forehead, back of the neck and on your wrist

massage lotion.

or palm of hand. A calming of shattered nerves will be your reward! This blend was created for my personal use when I was going through menopausal rages! And it works!

and massage into forehead, back of neck down across shoulders and over both ears. Add ice pack to back of neck or heat, which ever you prefer.

SLEEPY TIME
For those nights when you just can't sleep, this synergy soothes the mind and body to allow natural, non-drugged slumber. A blend of our English Chamomile, Clary Sage, Rose Otto, and a touch of Orange for pleasant dreams. (Try a few drops on a cotton ball tucked inside your pillowcase!) Available as Synergy and Personal Blend .

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Essenti al Oil Characteristics Leaf: Powerful sweetspicy. Berry: Sweet, warm, balsamic-spicy middle note and fresh, clean top note. Perfum e Note Blends Well With:

Ginger, Geranium, Lavender, Opopanax, Middle Allspice Labdanum, Ylang to top. Ylang, Patchouli, Neroli, Oriental, Spices Rose, Neroli, Sandalwood, Clary Ambrett Rich, sweet, floral-musky Middle Sage, Cypress, e Seed odor, very tenacious Patchouli, Oriental Bases Patchouli, Clary Sage, Root: Rich herbaceousAngelica Top Oakmoss, Vetiver, earthy. Seed: fresh, spicy Citrus

B
Essenti al Oil Basil Characteristics Light, fresh, sweetspicy; balsamic undertone. Fresh, sweet-fruity, slightly spicybalsamic undertone. Perfum e Note Top Blends Well With: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Lime, Opopanax, Oakmoss, Citronella, Geranium, Hyssop, "green" notes Lavender, Neroli, Jasmine, Cypress, Geranium, Lemon, Chamomile, Juniper, Coriander, Violet

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Top

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Essential Perfume Characteristics Oil Note Sweet, woodyfloral, very Cabreuva Base delicate with great tenacity Penetrating, camphoraceousmedicinal Intensely sharp, herbaceous Sharp, pungent, camphoraceous Strong, warm, sweet-spicy Sweet-spicy, warm; woodybalsamic undertone Warm, dry, woody-earthy Blends Well With: Rose, Cassie, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Woody, Oriental Lavandin, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rosemary, Oakmoss, Pine, Cananga, Geranium, Marjoram, Spices Oakmoss, Hyacinth, Florals, Citrus Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, Orange, Mandarin Jasmine, Cinnamon, Spices Rose, Frankincense, Orange, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Cloves, Caraway, Ylang Ylang, Labdanum, Cedarwood, Neroli, Oriental Costus, Cassie, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Geranium, Citrus, Spice -Rosewood, Bergamot, Cypress, Cassie, Jasmine,

Cajeput

Top

Calendula Camphor Caraway

Middle Top Middle

Cardomon

Top

Carrot Seed Catnip

Middle Middle Base

Herbaceouswoody, pungent Cedarwoo Warm, d camphoraceous

top note; sweet, tenacious, woodybalsamic undertone Celery Seed Spicy-warm, sweet, longlasting

Chamomil Strong, sweetish, e, German warm-herbaceous

Chamomil Warm, sweet, e, Roman fruity-herbaceous Sweet, warmspicy, dry, tenacious Fresh, lemony, woody-sweet

Cinnamon

Citronella

Copaiba Mild, sweet, Balsam balsamic-peppery

Coriander

Sweet, woodyspicy, slightly musky

Cumin Cypress

Warm, soft, spicymusky Smoky, sweetbalsamic, tenacious

Juniper, Neroli, Mimosa, Labdanum, Frankincense, Clary Sage, Vetiver, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang, Oriental, Floral Lavender, Pine, Opopanax, Top/Middl Lovage, Tea Tree, e Oakmoss, Coriander, Spices Geranium, Lavender, Patchouli, Rose, Benzoin, Neroli, Bergamot, Middle Marjoram, Lemon, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Clary Sage, Labdanum Bergamot, Clary Sage, Oakmoss, Jasmine, Middle Labdanum, Neroli, Rose, Geranium, Lavender Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, Orange, Mandarin, Middle Benzoin, Peru balsam, Oriental Geranium, Lemon, Top Bergamot, Orange, Cedarwood, Pine Cananga, Ylang Ylang, Base Vanilla, Jasmine, Violet, Florals Clary Sage, Bergamot, Jasmine, Frankincense, Neroli, Petitgrain, Top Citronella, Sandalwood, Cypress, Pine, Ginger, Spices Lavender, Lavandin, Rosemary, Galbanum, Top Rosewood, Cardomon, Oriental Middle Cedarwood, Pine, Lavender, Mandarin, Clary Sage, Lemon, Cardomon, Moroccan Chamomile, Ambrette Seed,

Labdanum, Juniper, Benzoin, Bergamot, Marjoram, Orange, Sandalwood

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Essentia l Oil Dill Perfume Blends Well With: Note Seed: Light, fresh, warmElemi, Mint, spicy. Herb: Powerful, Middle Caraway, Nutmeg, sweet-spicy Spice, Citrus Characteristics

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Essential Oil Characteristics Light, fresh, balsamic-spicy, lemon-like Perfume Note Blends Well With:

Myrrh, Frankincense, Base/Middl Labdanum, Rosemary, Elemi e Lavender, Lavandin, Sage, Cinnamon, Spices Somewhat harsh, Thyme, Rosemary, camphoraceous; Lavender, Marjoram, Eucalyptus Top woody-scent Pine, Cedarwood, undertone Lemon Strong, fresh, Thyme, Rosemary, Eucalyptus citronella-like; Lavender, Marjoram, Top , Lemon sweet, balsamic Pine, Cedarwood, undertone Lemon

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Essential Perfume Characteristics Oil Note Very sweet, aniseFennel, Top/Middl like, slightly Sweet e earthy-peppery Fir Needle Pleasing, rich, sweet-balsamic Middle Blends Well With: Geranium, Lavender, Rose, Sandalwood Galbanum , Labdanum, Lavender, Rosemary, Lemon, Pine, Marjoram Sandalwood, Pine, Vetiver, Geranium, Lavender, Mimosa, Neroli, Orange, Bergamot, Camphor, Basil, Pepper, Cinnamon, Spices

Fresh, terpeney top note; warm, Frankincen rich, sweetse balsamic undertone

Base

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Essential Oil Characteristics Perfum e Note Blends Well With: Hyacinth, Violet, Narcissus, Lavender, Geranium, Oakmoss, Opopanax, Pine, Fir, Styrax, Oriental Lavender, Patchouli, Clove, Rose, Neroli, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Juniper, Citrus Lemon, Palmarosa, Bergamot, Neroli, Rosemary, Cypress, Lavender, Geranium, Spices Geranium, Neroli, Oakmoss, Rose, Sandalwood, Spice, Woody-Floral

Galbanum

Fresh, green top note; Woody-dry Middle balsamic undertone Middle to Top

Geranium Rosey-sweet; minty

Grapefruit Fresh, sweet, citrus

Top

Guaiacwo Pleasant, tea-roseod type

Middle

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Essential Oil Characteristics Perfum e Note Blends Well With:

Chamomile, Boronia, Labdanum, Lavender, Powerful, rich, Helichrysu Mimosa, Oakmoss, honey-like; delicate Middle m Geranium, Clary Sage, tea-like undertone Rose, Peru balsam, Clove, Citrus Pine, Hyacinth, Nutmeg, Hops Rich, spicy-sweet Middle Copaiba Balsam, Citrus, Spice Sweet, camphoraceous top Lavender, Rosemary, Hyssop note; warm, spicy- Middle Myrtle, Bay, Sage, Clary herbaceous Sage, Geranium, Citrus undertone

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Essenti Perfum Characteristics Blends Well With: al Oil e Note Jasmine Intensely rich, warm, Base Rose, Sandalwood, Clary floral; tea-like Sage, Citrus, virtually all oils

undertone Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Mastic, Berry: Sweet, fresh, Oakmoss, Galbanum, Elemi, woody-balsamic; Cypress, Clary Sage, Pine, Juniper Needles and wood: Middle Lavender, Lavandin, Sweet-balsamic, Labdanum, Fir Needle, fresh, turpentine-like Rosemary, Benzoin, Balsam Tolu, Geranium, Citrus

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Essential Perfume Characteristics Oil Note Blends Well With:

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Laurel Leaf

Lavandin

Lavender

Lemon

Lemon balm

Oakmoss, Clary Sage, Pine, Juniper, Calamus, Opopanax, Lavender, Warm, sweet, dryLavandin, Bergamot, herbaceous, Base Cypress, Vetiver, musky Sandalwood, Patchouli, Frankincense, Chamomile Maroc, Oriental Pine, Cypress, Juniper, Powerful, spicyClary Sage, Rosemary, Middle medicinal Frankincense, Labdanum, Lavender, Citrus, Spice Fresh, Clove, Bay, Cinnamon, camphoraceous Citronella, Cypress, Pine, Top/Middl top note; woody Clary Sage, Geranium, e herbaceous Thyme, Patchouli, undertone Rosemary, Citrus Sweet, floralherbaceous; Top/Middl Most oils balsamic-woody e undertone Lavender, Neroli, Ylang Ylang, Rose, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Chamomile, Benzoin, Fennel, Light, fresh, citrus Top Geranium, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Oakmoss, Lavandin, Elemi, Labdanum, Citrus Light, fresh, Lavender, Geranium, Top lemony Florals, Citrus

Lemongra ss

Fresh, grassycitrus; earthy undertone

Top

Lime

Fresh, sweet, citrus-peel

Top

Lavender, Neroli, Ylang Ylang, Rose, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Chamomile, Benzoin, Fennel, Geranium, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Oakmoss, Lavandin, Elemi, Labdanum, Citrus Neroli, Citronella, Lavender, Lavandin, Rosemary, Clary Sage, Citrus Rose, Galbanum, Costus, Opopanax, Oakmoss, Bay, Lavandin, Spice

Root: Rich, spicywarm, root-like; Lovage Herb: Spicy, warm; sweet- floral undertone

Middle

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Essenti Perfum Characteristics Blends Well With: al Oil e Note Mandari Intensely sweet, Top Citrus, Spice n almost floral, citrus Warm, woody, Lavender, Rosemary, Marjora spicyMiddle Bergamot, Chamomile, m camphoraceous Cypress, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus Fresh, green, sweet-herbaceous, Cedarwood, Pine, Chamomile, Milfoil Middle slightly Valerian, Vetiver, Oakmoss camphoraceous Lavandin, Lavender, Ylang Slightly green, Ylang, Violet, Styrax, Mimosa Middle woody-floral Citronella, Peru Balsam, Florals, Spices Frankincense, Sandalwood, Warm, sweetBenzoin, Oakmoss, Cypress, Myrrh balsamic, slightly Base Juniper, Mandarin, Geranium, spicy-medicinal Patchouli, Thyme, Mints, Lavender, Pine, Spices Bergamot, Lavandin, Clear, fresh, Lavender, Rosemary, Clary Myrtle camphoraceous, Middle Sage, Hyssop, Bay, Lime, sweet-herbaceous Laurel, Ginger, Clove, Spices

Essenti Perfum Characteristics al Oil e Note Fresh, delicate, rich, warm, sweet-floral

Blends Well With:

Neroli

Niaouli

Sweet, fresh, camphoraceous

Sweet, warmNutmeg spicy; terpeney top note

Most oils, especially Chamomile, Coriander, Middle Geranium, Benzoin, Clary Sage, Jasmine, Lavender, Rose, Ylang Ylang, Citrus. Lavandin, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rosemary, Oakmoss, Top Pine, Cananga, Geranium, Marjoram, Spices. Oakmoss, Lavandin, Bay, Peru balsam, Orange, Geranium, Middle Clary Sage, Rosemary, Lime, Petitgrain, Mandarin, Coriander, Spice.

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Essential Characteristi Perfume Blends Well With: Oil cs Note Orange, Sweet, freshLavender, Neroli, Lemon, Clary Top Sweet fruity Sage, Myrrh, Spices.

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Essentia Perfum Characteristics l Oil e Note Sweet, floral, Palmaros rosy, geraniuma like Peppermi nt Peru balsam Highly penetrating, grassy-minty, camphoraceous Rich, sweet, vanilla-like Fresh-floral, citrus; woodyherbaceous undertone Blends Well With:

Cananga, Geranium, Oakmoss, Rosewood, Amyris, Middle Sandalwood, Guaiacwood, Cedarwood, Florals Benzoin, Rosemary, Middle Lavender, Marjoram, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Mints Base Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood, Rose, Spices, Florals, Orientals Rosemary, Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Neroli, Labdanum, Oakmoss, Clary Sage, Jasmine, Benzoin, Palmarosa, Clove, Balsams.

Petitgrain

Top

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Characteristics

Perfume Note

Blends Well With: Most oils, especially citrus, woods and florals.

Rosewoo Very sweet, woodyTop/Middle d floral, spicy hint

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Essenti Perfume Characteristics Blends Well With: al Oil Note Warm, spicyLavender, Lavandin, Spearmi herbaceous, Middle Jasmine, Eucalyptus, Basil, nt minty Rosemary, Peppermint Rosemary, Sage, Lavandin, Penetrating, Eucalyptus, Rosewood, Spike fresh-herbaceous, Middle Lavender, Petitgrain, Pine, Lavender camphoraceous Cedarwood, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Spice Heavy, sweetLabdanum, Lavender, Spikenar woody, spicyMiddle Oakmoss, Patchouli, Pine d animal Needle, Vetiver, Spices Warm, spicy, Star Rose, Lavender, Orange, extremely sweet, Middle Anise Pine, Spices liquorice-like Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Sweet-balsamic; Base/Middl Mimosa, Rose, Lavender, Styrax rich; tenacious e Carnation, Violet, Cassie, Spice

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Essenti Perfum Characteristics al Oil e Note Warm, fresh, Tea Tree spicycamphoraceous Tolu balsam Sweet-floral; peppery undertone Top Blends Well With: Lavandin, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rosemary, Oakmoss, Pine, Cananga, Geranium, Marjoram, Spices. Mimosa, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood, Labdanum, Neroli, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Oriental, Spice, Floral

Base

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Essenti Perfume Characteristics al Oil Note Ylang Intensely sweet, Base/Middl Blends Well With: Most oils, especially

Ylang

soft, floralbalsamic, slightly spicy

Rosewood, Jasmine, Vetiver, Opopanax, Bergamot, Mimosa, Cassie, Peru balsam, Rose, Tuberose, Costus.

Essential Oil Blending

An essential oil blend is created for aesthetic and/or therapeutic benefits. No special, mysterious knowledge is required to produce a successful blend but a spirit of creativity and knowledge of oils will help, along with a clear sense of the intended purpose of the blend.
The Nature of a Good Blend

A good aromatherapy blend uses all-natural, pure essential oils and delivers a benefit. The oils in it should be synergistic to support and enhance each oil's effect.
Before beginning your blending work, it's important to understand essential oils in general, as well as the specific characteristics and aroma profiles of the oils you want to work with. The Nature of Oils

Essential oils are volatile. When you uncap a bottle of oil and expose it to the air, its aroma profile immediately begins to develop and change. The three main stages of these changes are known as the top note stage, middle stage, and dryout stage. These stages of volatility coincide with three characteristics of the aroma profile known as top notes, middle notes and base notes. The top note stage takes place first and

corresponds with the most volatile, unstable aroma compounds of the oil. The aromas of these compounds can be very subtle and fleeting, sometimes lasting for only a few seconds before they dissipate. As the top notes evaporate the oil enters its middle stage in which the body is most developed and balanced. Some of the top notes remain, the middle notes are most apparent and the base notes are beginning to develop.
As the middle stage progresses the base notes become more and more noticeable because they consist of compounds that are slower to volatilize. When the base notes finally evaporate, a faint dryout note remains. The aroma of the dryout stage is thin, sometimes powdery and bittersweet, and suggests the presence of the oil. It can be thought of as the matrix or skeleton of the oil. Depending on their individual aroma characteristics, oils themselves can be categorized into top notes, middle notes and bottom notes. A very delicate, highly volatile oil like bergamot is considered a top note oil. A well balanced, somewhat tenacious oil like clary sage would be considered a middle note oil. A deep, rich, very tenacious oil like patchouli is considered a base note oil. When creating a blend, strive for balance between top, middle and base note oils. A well balanced oil has a complex aroma profile and maintains the aromatherapy benefit throughout the various stages, although the characteristics of the scent may change. How to Learn About Essential Oils

Before you begin blending, analyze the various aroma profiles of the oils you want to work with by dispensing a drop of oil on blotter paper or unscented tissue. Concentrate, inhale and note your impressions. Build a file of notes for future reference. Trust your impressions and experience of the oils. What do the aromas remind you of? How do they change and develop throughout

the various stages? How does the oil's fragrance make you feel?
As you develop a descriptive picture of the oils, think about how they'll work with each other in a blend. What part of the oil do you want to work with? What effects do you want to enhance? What characteristics do you want to tone down? Try Creating This Simple Blend

Imagine an "End of the Day Blend" to help you relax and unwind after a busy, stress-filled day. This blend should be soothing and relaxing, but also uplifting to chase away the cares and worries of the day and give you a little boost to carry you through an evening at home.
Two excellent relaxing oils are chamomile and lavender. Uplifting oils include bergamot and lemon. A blend of these oils would produce a light, sweet aroma with complex top and middle notes. The bergamot, lemon and chamomile would give this blend a fruity sweetness. The lavender would make the sweetness a bit more floral-herbaceous. If you want the blend to be a little less sweet and more stimulating, a small amount of herbaceous, penetrating rosemary could be added. The relaxing, spicy-woody oil of rosewood might serve as an effective base to this blend. Common Sense Blending

Learn which oils match the benefit and aroma you're looking for. Then experiment with quantities and combinations until you create the blend you envision. Always keep notes on what you're doing so when you hit upon that perfect blend you can repeat your success. Happy blending!

Aromatherapy Blending
From Perfumery to Therapeutics Presented by Mindy Green

The art of creating mood enhancing perfumes is as old as civilization itself. In many cultures only the elite were permitted to use perfumes. Their use as aphrodisiacs is probably most well known. It is said that Cleopatra scented not only her body and her clothing, but even the sails of her ship as she greeted Mark Antony. Aromatic blending can be a challenging, if not an overwhelming prospect to the beginning aromatherapy enthusiast. But with a basic understanding of some elementary principles and a bit of imagination anyone can create wonderful combinations. The first consideration is safety. Be sure to research the oils for purity, consider any contraindications or possible sensitivities, and adjust dosage accordingly for children, the elderly or those convalescing from an illness. One should consider the purpose of the blend. For instance, if you are blending for therapeutic application, either physically or psychologically, consider the cause of the disorder, the manifesting symptoms, state of mind of the client, action of the essential oils and any contraindications they might present. If the blend is to be used for cosmetic application, consider skin type and lifestyle. If blending for recreation, as a mood enhancer or for perfume, then the only real consideration is whether or not you like the scent of the oils, and if they blend well together. Then think about how the blend will be used. The dilution and carrier may be affected when you consider the application method of massage, inhalation, foot bath, douche, etc. Conscious intent in creating your blend is important, so perform any ceremony you feel appropriate (especially if this blend is for a ritual) - smudging, chanting, singing, or silent prayer. Preparation

To begin, gather the supplies needed to create your special blend: blotter paper/tissue

clean, empty bottles

essential oils carriers: oils, glycerine, distilled water, hydrosol, alcohol funnel (opt) eyedropper(s) cleanup supplies: papertowels, kleenex, alcohol

labels, pencil, notebook Keep detailed notes of your experimentations! Include the date, ingredients, dilution, name of blend, etc. Make a list of all the appropriate oils for your blend. Try to keep the list to a reasonable size and be ready to eliminate down to no more than five. Then assemble the possibilities.
Smell the oils. Open the bottles one by one and imagine in your mind how they would blend with each other. You can hold the bottle caps to your nose in differing combinations, or better yet, use strips of labeled blotter paper with a dab of oil on each and wave together. Now you are ready to mix. Start small, blending by the drop, and keep notes! Notice how the blend changes with each addition. Some essential oils have a much higher odor intensity than others, and much less of certain oils may be needed to have an equal scent representation in your final outcome. For instance, if you wanted to make a blend of lavender and camomile with an equal smell representation of each you would need only 1 drop of camomile to about 5 drops of lavender. Other essential oils with a high odor intensity include peppermint, patchouli, vetiver, lemongrass, clove and cinnamon to name a few. The total number of drops needed will help guide you in determining proportions. For a 2% dilution, use approximately 12 drops total of essential oil. Using the above example, a simple blend of lavender and camomile can be made by using 2-3 drops camomile and 10 drops lavender diluted in one

ounce of carrier oil. Sniff as you go and continue to take notes on how the blend progresses. Always mix the essential oils together in the bottle first before adding the carrier. The essential oils that are hydophobic will mix with the hydrophilic ones to make a more cohesive combination. Before adding the carrier oil, hold the blend in your hands, shake, roll or simply hold the bottle between your palms and affirm the purpose and intent, keeping in mind the person for whom the blend is made. This may well be the most important step in your ritual of blending. This aspect of reaffirming intent adds a powerful human energy that positively charges your blend. The carrier can be added at this point. See below for hints. Shelf Life

Your blends may be left as concentrates if you prefer. When blended into a carrier oil they should ideally be used up within 2 to 6 months. The shelf life depends, in part, on the carrier used and environmental conditions.
Setting the Mood

Different seasons or times of day may inspire different scents. A bright summer day or an early morning activity might bring to mind a light fresh fragrance with a predominant top note can invigorate and refresh. At night or in the winter months, a heavier, base note perfume that is deep and sensuous might be more inspiring.
Representational perfumes are ones that imitate a known substance: a flower, leather scent or a fine tea blend. Abstract perfumes can create a feeling or celebrate an occasion such as a hot summer day, the moments before a thunderstorm, a picnic celebration or Christmas morning. Though there is no set rule regarding proportions I have given guideline suggestions for those less daring.

The Essential Oils

Top Notes

The fastest evaporating oils, top notes are sometimes referred to as head notes or peak. In a perfume blend they are the notes that hit you first and later dissipate. They tend to be light, fresh, sharp, penetrating or distinctly hot or cold. They are the first impressions and can last up to 30 minutes but may dissipate more quickly. They should comprise 5 - 20% of your blend.
Therapeutically speaking top notes are fast acting, stimulating and are used for depression and to uplift the spirit. Examples include the citruses, eucalyptus, mints, cinnamon and clove. Middle Notes

Middle notes, also called bouquet or heart notes are the main body of the blend. They round out the blend to create soothing, soft tones. They unfold moments to three hours after application and should comprise 50 80% of the blend.
Therapeutically, middle notes are harmonizing and balancing to the body. This category includes camomile and marjoram as well as amphoteric oils such as lavender and geranium. Middle notes also tend to affect digestion and include carminative seed oils such as dill, celery, fennel, anise, etc. Base Notes

Sometimes referred to as dry or fond notes, no blend is complete without base notes. They provide a deep, warm, sensuous quality and provide a long lasting quality your blend. These fixatives hold back the faster notes but should be used rather sparingly. They often are not very pleasant scents used alone or full strength but in proper proportion can add great depth and intensity to a blend. Base notes predominate after several hours of application and usually make up 5% of the total blend. If use very pleasant base notes such as sandalwood or jasmine you can use more.

Therapeutically, sedating base notes are used for anxiety, stress, impatience, insomnia and relaxation. They include most woods, resins and gums and tend to be among the most expensive essential oils. Some of the more pleasing base notes include cedarwood, sandalwood, frankincense and jasmine. Base notes that you may choose to use more sparingly include spikenard, vetiver, myrrh, cistus and patchouli. Some single essential oils are so complex they may fit into two or even all three categories. This explains why some references may list rose is top or middle note categories or ylang ylang in base or middle notes. Carriers for Perfume Blends

Jojoba is a good choice as it does not become rancid, but any good vegetable oil may be used with 10% wheat germ, Vitamin E added as antioxidants. Water may be used as a carrier if you want to make a light body mist. Don't forget to shake well before spraying since the oils will separate from the water. Pure grain alcohol works well for blend with resinous essential oils. In the perfume industry the only difference between a cologne and a perfume is the amount of alcohol used. Here are some examples: Product Concentration of essential oil Extrait or perfume 15-30% Parfum de Topilette or Eau do 8-15% Parfum Eau de Toilette 4-8% Eau de Cologne 3-5% Splash Cologne 1-3%
Aging

Once made, perfumes should age for several weeks. This provides time for all the single essential oils to meld together, emerging as a unique cohesive blend,

displaying an individualized character greater than the sum of its parts. Your completed perfume blend should have volume, a full bodied character, and should not appear "thin" or "tin-ny". A carefully constructed perfume blend will be representational through all three phases of the fragrance life. Wearing Your Perfume Blend If your blend contains an essential oil that is photosensitizing, wear it on an area of your body that won't be exposed to sunlight. Some ingredients can stain clothing. Never wear too much perfume. It is better to be understated. The desired result is to entice those around you to come closer, to be drawn into your aura of scent. A successful perfume blend is achieved if the wearer has a sense of well being, and if the fragrance is not overbearing. The blend must be appropriate to the surroundings, have staying power, unfold evenly and be dermatologically safe. Perfumes are wonderful for influencing or enhancing a mood. Perfumes for the office, a casual party, or sports should be light, fresh or fruity. For a dinner date you may prefer something heavy, warm, sweet or sensual. Perfume Categories There are a number of classical perfume groups. (F) denotes those most often formulated for females, (M) for males. Here are a few examples: 1. Floral (F) - single or bouquets: rose, jasmine, ylang, neroli. Fruity, Fresh, Aldehydic, Sweet, Green 2. Oriental (FM) - heavy, with a dominant animal, spicy or vanilla note. Sweet, Spicy (Tabu, Opium, Shalimar) 3. Chypre (FM) - sweet, warm, soft notes. French, for the island of Cypress, birthplace of Venus.

Combinations of resins (Oak Moss), citrus and woods. (Fruity, Floral ), Animal, Fresh, Green, Woody, Leathery, Coniferous 4. Lavender (M) - fresh, simple Fresh, Spicy 5. Fougere (M) - lavender, oak moss and coumarin (Tonka bean) Fresh, Woody, Sweet, Floral 6. Citrus (M) - One of the oldest fragrance concepts, they include all the fruit peels, plus petitgrain, plus neroli and eucalyptus citriodora. Refreshing splashes. Floral, Fantasy, Fresh, Green Let intuition guide you and keep in mind the rules of safety. Most of all, enjoy the creative process and delight in your artistic endeavor!

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Moe Joe Jam

This is a treat for your feet and the skin of any other extremely dry and often neglected body part. My cousin, Bridgette Louise (a budding opera star who has studied with Placido Domingo!!), loves this for her feet. Yield: 10 ounces.

INGREDIENTS

1.8 ounces shea butter 1 ounce almond oil 1 ounce coconut oil 1.5 ounces vegetable emulsifying wax .5 ounces palm stearic acid 4.2 ounces distilled water

BLENDING PROCEDURE
Heat together all ingredients using a double boiler.* When most of the wax has melted, remove from heat source and stir well to melt the remaining wax and ensure the mix. Blend using a hand held mixer until smooth and creamy. Pour into clean, sterile containers and allow to cool. Cap, label with name of product, date and use instructions. Enjoy!!

Dry Skin Only Cream

(yield: @ 3.3 ounces) The name is self-explanatory. The results are extra-ordinary!!

INGREDIENTS
38 grams unrefined avocado oil 12 grams jojoba oil 8 grams beeswax 10 grams anyhdrous lanolin 6 grams calendula infused oil (I use extra virgin olive oil) 14 grams St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) hydrosol

6 grams vegetable glycerin 1/4 teaspoon borax

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Heat together all ingredients using a double boiler.* When most of the wax has melted, remove from heat source and stir well to melt the remaining wax and ensure the mix. Blend using a hand held mixer until smooth and creamy. Pour into clean, sterile containers and allow to cool. Cap, label with name of product, date and use instructions. Enjoy!!

Sister Potion
I designed Sister Potion as an ultra-thick, rich skin treat for my AfricanAmerican sisters, many of whom tell me they prefer my formulas that are on the more "greasy" side. It is best when smoothed into clean, damp skin and takes a few minutes to be absorbed into the skin. It works wonders for dry skin and minimizes ashiness, which is more noticeable on darker skin tones. Yield: @ 10 ounces.

INGREDIENTS
62 grams coconut oil 56 grams extra virgin olive oil 10 grams sweet almond oil 10 grams jojoba oil 6 grams shea butter 2 grams cocoa butter 2 grams stearic acid 18 grams beeswax 98 grams distilled water 16 grams vegetable glycerin 2 grams borax dash xanthan gum

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Heat together all ingredients using a double boiler.* When most of the wax has melted, remove from heat source and stir well to melt the remaining wax and ensure the mix. Blend using a hand held mixer until smooth and creamy. Pour into clean, sterile containers and allow to cool. Cap, label with name of product, date and use instructions. Enjoy!!

The Weather Outside Is Frightful Cream

This is a luscious cream to protect the skin from the elements, while also nourishing and soothing. Yield: @ 15 ounces.

INGREDIENTS

1 ounce extra virgin olive oil 0.5 ounce jojoba oil 0.5 ounce castor oil 1.6 ounces cocoa butter 0.5 ounce beeswax 0.8 ounces vegetable emulsifying wax 0.1 ounces vitamin E 10 ounces rose hydrosol 1/2 teaspoon borax

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Heat together all ingredients using a double boiler.* When most of the wax has melted, remove from heat source and stir well to melt the remaining wax and ensure the mix. Blend using a hand held mixer until smooth and creamy. Pour into clean, sterile containers and allow to cool. Cap, label with name of product, date and use instructions. Enjoy!!

Slow Motion Potion

MmmMMmmmM ... this lotion is rich and thick, yet it glides easily into the skin without leaving behind a greasy feeling. Yield: approximately 7 ounces.

INGREDIENTS

Phase A Ingredients 8 grams anhydrous lanolin 10 grams extra virgin olive oil 12 grams fractionated coconut oil 2 grams beeswax 2 grams stearic acid 10 grams vegetable emulsifying wax Phase B Ingredients 150 grams distilled water 1 teaspoon borax 8 grams liquid grapefruit seed extract (optional to extend shelf life) Aromatic Oils (optional) 4 grams lavender essential oil 2 grams ylang ylang essential oil

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Combine Phases in separate heat proof (I use Pyrex) 16 oz. glass

measuring cups. Place each Phase in separate double boiler to warm water/borax and melt lanolin and waxes. When waxes are completely melted, use an electric mixer to combine the two Phases. Slow Motion Potion should form in just a few minutes. Add Aromatic Oils last and stir to incorporate. Pour into clean lotion bottles. Take a warm winter-time bath, enjoy a cup of tea and apply this potion in slow motion. Shake before using. Enjoy!! Back to Top Of Recipe Page

LuShus LoShun
LuShus LoShun is similar to Slow Motion Potion, but not quite as thick due to removal of the stearic acid and borax. LuShus LoShun provides a more pourable formulation, but those who like extra "thick & richness" may just prefer last week's formula. The lemon/rosewood essential oil blend is fantastically refreshing!!

INGREDIENTS
Phase A Ingredients 10 grams anhydrous lanolin 10 grams extra virgin olive oil 12 grams fractionated coconut oil 2 grams beeswax 10 grams vegetable emulsifying wax Phase B Ingredients 150 grams distilled water 8 grams liquid grapefruit seed extract (optional to extend shelf life) Aromatic Oils (optional) 6 grams rosewood essential oil 2 grams lemon essential oil

BLENDING PROCEDURE
Combine Phases in separate heat proof (I use Pyrex) 16 oz. glass measuring cups. Place each Phase in separate double boiler to warm water and melt lanolin and waxes. When waxes are completely melted, use an electric mixer to combine the two Phases. LuShus LoShun should form in about 5 minutes. Add Aromatic Oils last and stir to incorporate. Pour into clean lotion bottles. Shake before using. Enjoy!!

Rich Alligator Pear Body Butter

(yields two average sized body applications) A few years ago, I first made this body butter at a women's retreat. The retreaters loved it so much, they almost drove several miles to the nearest grocery store for avocados to make more of it!! This body butter is simple to make, very rich, and great for people with dry skin. Try this when Old Man Winter starts to blow, and your skin wont need lotion for about a year (slightly exaggerated!) This mixture should be used immediately and will not keep beyond several hours in the refrigerator, so you might want to give the unused portion to a friend with dry skin in need of a little pampering.

INGREDIENTS

2 sticks softened creamy butter 1 rather ripe large alligator pear (avocado), skinned and pitted 1 ripe banana, sliced 1 tablespoon avocado oil cup whipping cream China clay (optional if mixture is runny) 1 drop Bulgarian rose essential oil (optional)

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Stir butter with an electric mixer or food processor until creamy and whipped. Add avocado and mix well to combine. Mash banana slices with the back of a fork and add this to the mixture, and blend well to combine. Add avocado oil and whipping cream last, and whip until all ingredients are incorporated. Add essential oil and stir well. If mixture is a bit runny, you can add a bit of clay to absorb some of the excess liquid. HmMUmMmmmMMmm!!! This is by far the creamiest moisturizer you have ever used, and it will leave your skin feeling soft, supple and refined.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

After bathing, run the hot water until the bathroom is well steamed. Place a blanket on the bathroom floor, and put two large plastic trash bags together, end to end, on top of the blanket. Massage the butter into the entire body (use on face only if facial skin is extremely dry), avoiding eye area and open cuts and scrapes that have yet to heal. Pay special attention to elbows, knees, heels and other areas of the skin that are particularly dry. Lie down on the bags and wrap yourself in them and the blanket. Close your eyes and dream for about 15 minutes. Rinse the mixture off well in the shower, using a soft cloth or bath puff and a handmade soap with a luxurious lather. Feel wonderful (and gorgeous!!) Be careful not to slip while rinsing this mixture ... it can make things a little slippery.

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Valentine Whispers Romantic Massage Oil Blend

Yield: 1-oz. bottle of massage oil This blend contains oils that are said to be aphrodisiac in nature, particularly the sandalwood, tobacco leaf and ylang ylang. The combination of the tiny bit of beautiful white rose oil adds a touch of the mysterious feminine, while the citrus lifts the entire blend and provides a bit of playfulness. It smells very exotic and mysterious ... just the way you want to feel when that special someone massages it into the nape of your neck. Quite simply, it's the perfect Valentine's Day gift with a message.

INGREDIENTS
1/2 oz. vanilla oil (see recipe below) 1 drop ylang ylang CO2 1 drop tobacco leaf CO2 5 drops sandalwood essential oil (I use Mysore) 3 drops sweet orange peel essential oil 2 drops frankincense CO2 1 drop Bulgarian rose alba essential oil unscented massage oil

Make The Vanilla Oil Infusion

To make this infusion, you will need a vanilla bean for every 1 ounce of oil. I like to use jojoba oil, but you can use whatever is on hand. To make one ounce, split a dried vanilla bean down one side, and cut into 5 or 6 pieces. Pour an ounce of jojoba oil into a heat proof container and set into a double boiler. Add the vanilla bean pieces and simmer for about 30 minutes. I like to cover the double boiler during this process. Remove from heat and pour the mixture, beans and all, into a dark colored bottle. Set in a cool, dark place for 4 weeks, shaking regularly to mix the ingredients. If you're in a hurry, you can use the mixture right away, but wait for it to cool before adding the aromatic extracts. Before incorporating the vanilla oil into the massage oils, I strained out the vanilla beans using cheese cloth.

BLENDING PROCEDURE
Pour the vanilla oil into your dark colored bottle. Add the aromatic plant extracts one at a time, rotating the bottle after each addition. Make sure to inhale the aroma after you add each aromatic so you can fully experience the creating of your blend. Fill the rest of the bottle with oils that are useful for massage. I used a blend of sweet almond, avocado, coconut, wheat germ and Vitamin E. Allow the blend to sit for at least 3 days before giving or using to allow the aromatics to intertwine to form the wondrous aroma.

Donna Maria's Exquisite Refrigerated Balm Bars

(yields 10 luscious 1 oz. balm bars) Since creating this recipe, I continue to receive periodic correspondence from people that love to make and use these bars. They are designed to literally melt into your skin ,with moisture rich cocoa butter and luscious oils and butters that leave your skin feeling pampered and refined. Donna Marias Exquisite Refrigerated Lotion Bars should be stored in the refrigerator during extended periods of non-use. They can be stored at room temperature, but if you keep your home especially warm (or do not have air conditioning in the summer), they are best when kept refrigerated; otherwise, they become too warm. These bars are a special massage treat when used in place of a liquid massage oil.

INGREDIENTS

8 ounces cocoa butter 1 ounce shea butter ounce mango butter ounce avocado oil 1 teaspoon calendula Total CO2

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Place all ingredients except grapefruit seed extract in a double boiler. (You could use a microwave to speed things, but the extreme heat will all but destroy the nutrients in the oils if they are cold pressed. It also compromises the texture of your finished product.) After the ingredients have melted, remove them from heat source. Stir with a clean wooden stir stick to ensure the mix. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes. Incorporate grapefruit seed extract and stir to blend in. At this time, you may add any aromatics. I never add more than ounce total. Especially nice ones to use are peppermint, vanilla bourbon, beeswax absolute, oakmoss, patchouli, Bulgarian rose concrete, steam distilled lime peel, Mysore sandalwood. Stir to incorporate any aromatics. Pour into molds. I like to use 1 ounce candy tray molds of muffin papers because they make such pretty treats. Place the bars into the freezer for about 15 minutes. Gently release them from their molds and allow to rest a few hours before wrapping. Back to Top Of Recipe Page

Creamy, Liquid, White, Easy, Moisture-Rich, Luscious, Unique, Effective Facial Cleansing Cream

INGREDIENTS

CREAM MIXTURE 4 ounces of your favorite unscented light, white-colored cream; use your favorite recipe or use an unscented cream that you like. Make sure its light in texture. Balms and ointments will not work for this recipe.

1 Tablespoon of liquid Castile soap

1 Tablespoon of liquid grapefruit seed extract (Note: if you omit the whipping cream and your light cream already contains a preservative, you may not need to use grapefruit seed extract at all.)

SOAP MIXTURE
8 oz. of your scented or unscented fully cured, cold processed, neutralcolored handmade soap (or use a name brand handmade soap if you don't make you own) 2 cups distilled water 1 Tablespoons of the richest and most wonderfully fattening whipping cream you can find (optional)

BLENDING PROCEDURE

Place the light, room-temperature cream in a quart-sized glass Pyrex measuring cup. Add the liquid Castile soap and liquid grapefruit seed extract to the light cream and blend well using a blender on low speed. Place the mixture inside of a pan of hot water so that it heats up a little. No need to boil the water; just make sure the mixture gets quite warm. (I dont use thermometers if I can avoid it.) While the light cream mixture is warming, place the distilled water in the microwave for 5 minutes. (Depending on your microwave, it should be just short of boiling after 5 minutes.) While the water is heating in the microwave, grate your handmade soap into very fine shavings. Place the soap into a food processor and place the lid on the processor. Remove the water from the microwave. Before turning on the food processor, add a bit of the water to the grated soap through the opening in the top of the food processor. Do not remove the processors lid. Continuing to add the water, turn on the food processor and add the rest of the water. Process until the soap fully dissolves into the water. You will notice that the mixture will foam and lather up just a bit. It should take no longer than a minute or so for the soap to dissolve fully into the water, and the mixture should be watery and white. Add the whipping cream and process for a few seconds to fully incorporate. Remove the cream mixture from the water bath. Using a blender on medium to high speed, slowly add the soap mixture to the cream mixture in a steady stream while blending. Blend well to fully incorporate the mix.

You can now add essential and/or fragrance oils. A good rule of thumb is to add about 10-12 drops per ounce for a 2% dilution. You will need to experiment here and use the amount that suits you. Transfer your Creamy, Liquid, White, Easy, Moisture-Rich, Luscious, Unique, Effective Facial Cleansing Cream to a clean pump container. Back to Top Of Recipe Page

Creamy Facial Cleansing Cream

This recipe makes a truly wonderful and creamy cleanser without an oily feeling. It is wonderful for normal to oil skin, but can be a bit drying if you have dry skin.

INGREDIENTS

3 ounces of your wonderful, luscious handmade cold process soap, grated (or use a name brand handmade soap if you don't make you own) 1.5 ounce warm rose hydrosol (place in a clean saucepan on the stove on low heat for about 10 minutes; do NOT boil) 8 grams warm liquid honey 8 grams kaolin (white clay) 1/2 ounces ground oats 1/2 ounces almond meal

BLENDING PROCEDURE
Combine the hot rose hydrosol and honey and stir to dissolve honey into hydrosol. Add grated soap and stir vigorously until the mixture is creamy. Add the other ingredients in the order indicated and stir until a thick, paste-like, creamy mixture forms. Scoop into a jar and label. When I make this, it lasts for about a month. I do not store it in the bathroom.

Aromatherapy Blends
Soothing & Relaxing

4 drops vetivert, 2 drops lavender 2 drops geranium, 2 drops petitgrain, 2 drops lavender 6 drops frankincense, 2 drops myrrh 3 drops black pepper, 2 drops ginger, 2 drops lavender 3 drops grapefruit, 2 drops lemongrass, 2 drops rosemary 4 drops tea tree, 2 drops peppermint 4 drops lime, 2 drops mandarin, 2 drops grapefruit 3 drops pine needle, 2 drops lemon 10ml Sweet Almond, 2 drops lavender, 2 drops grapefruit, 1 drop rosemary 10ml vodka, 200ml spring water, 3 drops lavender, 2 drops grapefruit, 1 drop palmarosa 50ml vodka, 10 drops sandalwood, 5 drops lemongrass 10ml vodka, 500ml spring water, 10 drops marjoram, 4 drops rosemary, 4 drops lemon

Invigorating & Refreshing

Revitalising

Revitalising

Refreshing

Post-Sport

Dull Complexion Moisturizer: 2 d. orange oil * 1 d. lemon oil * 1 d. lime oil: in 20 ml carrier oil. Good also for thread veins. Rich Moisturizer: 3 d. myrrh oil * 2 d. rose oil: in 20 ml carrier oil. Working Spritz- Focused: 3 d. basil oil * 3 d. rosemary oil * 2 d. lemon oil: in 1 oz of water. Working Spritz- Stress Free: 4 d. geranium oil * 4 d. lavender oil: in 1 oz of water. Working Spritz- Clear Thinking: 3 d. rosemary oil * 3 d. lemon oil * 3 d. basil oil: in 1 oz of water.

Steam Facials
Combination Skin Steam Facial: 3 d. lavender oil * 3 d. geranium oil * 2 d. lemon oil: in a bowl of hot water. Very helpful for oily skin; astringent. Deep Moisturizing Steam Facial: 3 d. sandalwood oil * 2 d. rose oil: in a bowl of hot water. Good for normal and combination skin. Depression and Anxiety Inhalant: 3 d. frankincense oil * 2 d. chamomile oil: in a bowl of hot water. Use with deep breathing. Dry Skin Facial: 2 d. chamomile oil * 3 d. jasmine oil: in a bowl of hot water. Very moisturizing. Mature Skin Steam Facial I: 2 d. neroli oil * 3 d. rose oil: in a bowl of hot water. Mature Skin Steam Facial II: 3 d. galbanum oil * 2 d. frankincense oil: in a bowl of hot water. Deep cleaning. Pre-Bedtime Steam Facial: 3 d. jasmine oil * 2 d. ylang ylang oil: in a bowl of hot water. Relaxing.

Perfumes this is significant for the recipe amounts

Perfume Ingredients:

25 drops Sandalwood 3 drops of either Rose, Jasmine or Neroli 1 tablespoon of Jojoba carrier oil

Directions: Blend all oils together well and store in an airtight dark-colored glass container. Dab a drop onto your pulse points. Please note that this blend has a heavy concentration of essential oils and is meant to be used sparingly. As with any new oils and blends that you use, do a skin patch test prior to using regularily.

Calming/Relaxing Aromatherapy Blend Ingredients:

1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond 10 drops Roman Chamomile 5 drops Lavender

Directions: Mix the oils well and add to a clean, air-tight dark glass container. High Stress Aromatherapy Blend

Ingredients:

1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond 15 drops Clary Sage 10 drops Lemon 5 drops Lavender

Directions: Mix the oils well and store in an air-tight, dark glass container. Massage gently into the feet. As the feet have the most pores in the body, I like to give myself a foot and leg massage with this synergy. As a foot massage can also aid stress relief in and of itself, this seems to be a great combination.

Aura Cacia Blends

HEART SONG Romantically inspiring, emotionally soothing Lavender, Rosewood, Geranium, Rose Absolute

INSPIRATION Mental clarity Lemon, Bergamot BF, Balsam Fir Needle, Sweet Basil, Rosemary RELAXATION FOREST Relaxing Balsam Fir Needle, Atlas Cedarwood, Tangerine, Bergamot BF, Rosewood, Vetiver

Frankincense and Myrrh Perfume

35 drops lemon 25 drops frankincense 25 drops myrrh 15 drops rose Add this concentrated blend to three ounces of high proof vodka and allow the mixture to age for three weeks.

Frankincense and Myrrh Meditation Blend

This blend contains a balance of uplifting, inspiring oils and deeply meditative, calming oils that are conducive to meditation and insight. Place six drops of this blend and one ounce of water into an aromatherapy candle lamp to gently diffuse the relaxing aroma.

25 25 25 25

drops drops drops drops

frankincense myrrh bergamot lemon

Lavender Recipes
Lavender essential oil is exceptionally adaptable to blending. Its unique balance of sweet-flowery and fresh herbaceous aromas mix will with rich floral oils like rose otto or strong herbaceous oils like camphoraceous rosemary. Lavender makes a rich, soothing floral blend more refreshing and uplifting, while an invigorating herbaceous blend can be made more relaxing and soothing.

Simple Lavender Diffusion

When heated, essential oil particles are spontaneously diffused into the air around you. Create a balancing aroma by diffusing this blend into your immediate surroundings.

Blend:

10 to 15 drops lavender oil 1/4 cup distilled water

Pour the mixture into a ceramic aromatherapy lamp or simmering potpourri pot. The gentle warmth will diffuse the oil.

Gentle Clarifying Aromatherapy Bath

Recover from the aggravations of a stressful day by soaking in a bath enhanced with this gently clarifying blend of oils. Blend:

5 drops lavender oil 2 drops rose oil 2 drops sandalwood or patchouli oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil such as sweet almond or grapeseed
Add to running bath water.

Balancing Lavender Bath Oil

Lavender essential oil balanced the mind, body and spirit. Its floral-herbaceous aroma can calm as well as cheer, and the oil can sooth dry skin and help cleanse oily skin. Sweet almond oil is a light, odor free oil that is readily absorbed by the skin - an excellent carrier for essential oils, it's especially well-suited to formulating bath oils Blend:

12 drops lavender oil 1 ounce sweet almond oil

Pour oil mixture into the bath under running water. You may add up to three ounces of this balancing blend per bath. Suggested variations: Add bubble bath along with the bath oil. The suds help disperse the oil and add some fun too.

Lavender Orange Refresher Spray

This floral-fruity mist is a great way to refresh tired senses on plane trips, long car rides or anytime you need a fragrant boost. Blend:

9 drops lavender oil 7 drops orange oil 1 2/3 oz. distilled water
Pour into a small spray bottle or atomizer. Shake the bottle vigorously, then close your eyes and lightly mist your face or the air around you. Suggested variations: Make the blend more floral by adding jasmine, rose, or ylang ylang oil. Substituting grapefruit, lemon, or tangerine oil for the lavender gives you a more citrusy blend.

Commuter's Aromatherapy Spritzer

This recipe contains oils that are both calming and refreshing, thereby producing an overall balancing benefit. Whichever oils you decide to use, avoid those that may make you feel less alert - chamomile, jasmine or ylang ylang. Blend the following amount of oils for each fluid ounce of distilled water:

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drops lavender oil drop geranium oil drop clary sage oil drop frankincense oil

Pour into a spray bottle or spritzer and shake vigorously before applying

Lavender Orange Mineral Bath

Soak away your worries with this refreshing mineral bath. Mix:

2 tablespoons sea salt 1 tablespoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons borax

Blend:

5 drops lavender oil 5 drops orange oil

Add blended essential oils to the mixture of sea salt, baking soda and borax and shake well. Pour the blend into the bath under running water. Agitate water to completely dissolve salts and evenly disperse oils.

Skin Cream 2 Tbsp grated Yellow Beeswax 3 Tbsp Sweet Almond Oil 15ml distilled water or flower water 2-4 drops Essential Oil Melt the beeswax with the oil in a double boiler. Warm the water in another basin, bringing it to the same temperature as the oil/wax. At that point blend the water into the oil in small quantities. A hand beater works best but a simple fork will suffice. When you reach the right consistency and the mixture has cooled, add the Essential oils of your choice. You must do this step last because Essential Oils are highly volatile and will evaporate at high temperatures. Divide into sterilized containers and that's it, you just made your very own all natural lotion!! Use it on your knee caps or rough elbows. Healing Salve 2 Tbsp grated yellow Beeswax 2 Tbsp Grapeseed Oil 20 drops Essential Oil of your choice(see list provided) Melt wax and oil in a double boiler. When mixture has cooled add Essential oil/s and combine. Divide into

sterilized pots. Good oils to use in a salve would be the anti-bacterial oils. Keep it in the first aid kit to rub on cuts and bruises. Combining different oils for their individual therapeutic properties makes a very powerful synergy. So, get creative and mix it up a little! Another great one would be all of the headache oils combined into a purse sized salve to be rubbed on temples as desired.

Aroma Points Charts

Major Organ Meridians Lung/Large Intestine
Essential Oils Attitudes and Emotions

Peppermint Grief and sadness Possessiveness is Eucalyptus the main cause of 4:00AM-8:00 AM Inula grief Stomach/Splee Fennel n Chamomile
8:00AM12:00Noon Kewda

Worry is payment on a debt you do not owe Obsession Thinking too much Trying too hard and pretense "everything is fine"
One does not grow old from laughing Joy is the positive side of all negative emotions

Heart/Spleen
12:00 Noon4:00PM

Melissa
Anise Ylang Ylang

Kidney/Bladder Juniper
4:00- 8:00PM Sandalwood Cedar

Fear. Where fear exists love is absent where love exists

there is no fear Umbilicus Diaphragm

8:00PM12Midnight

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Combination of all Spikenard emotions. Fear of Frankincense death Anger Frustration and indecision A deep laugh is a release of fear.

Liver/Gallbladd Rosemary er
12:00-4:00AM Lemon Neroli

You can apply oils diluted to pressure points, acupuncture insert points or mix the oils and inhale in a room diffuser. More 5 element blends on the new Feng Shui Page Recipes

Anti-Anxiety Aromatherapy Recipe Blend

With the holidays quickly approaching, we thought this blend would be appropriate. (We promise to keep this one up for a couple of months.)

3 drops neroli 2 drops rose 1 drop bergamot

2 drops patchouli 2 drops ylang ylang

2 drops geranium 1 drop frankincense

Add essential oils to a clean dark glass bottle. Gently blend. Add a few drops to a scent ring, or drizzle some into a piece of aromatherapy jewelry, inhale directly from the bottle (don't get any on your nose), or add to an aroma lamp. You can also add some oil to a cotton ball, place the cotton ball on a plate and let evaporate into a room. Aromatherapy Massage Oil Recipe for Muscle Aches 1/2 cup carrier oil (we recommend Hazel Oil and/or Flax Oil) 20 drops lemon 20 drops juniper 10 drops thyme

Add essential oils and carrier oil to a clean dark bottle. Gently shake to blend. Warm blend by soaking closed bottle in hot water. When oil is warmed, massage into sore muscles. HINT: For extra relief from aching muscles, try using Emu Oil mixed with Hazel or Flax Oil!