Essential Oils

Petitgrain has a fresh, floral, citrus-y aroma. In skincare, it is recommended to help with various skin problems including balancing greasy skin and hair, toning the skin, and assisting with acne and excessive perspiration. It is calming, uplifting, and mildly sedating and can help with depression, relaxing the mind, and relieving stress and anxiety.

Pine Needle has a fresh, evergreen aroma. It is suggested for mental and physical fatigue and because of its expectorant properties, can help loosen congestion and relax the respiratory passages. Pine Needle makes a great oil to diffuse for colds and respiratory issues.

Rosemary has a herbaceous, sweet, and slightly camphorous aroma that is clarifying and invigorating. It is a stimulant and used to help sharpen memory and clear the mind as well as increase mental awareness. It can aid in increasing circulation and relieving pain in the joints. Rosemary is also said to help control dandruff, oily scalp, and skin, acne, and is said to encourage hair growth.

Rosewood has a soft, powdery, floral aroma. When used through inhalation, it is said to be good for depression, an overworked mind, and stress. It is beneficial in skincare formulations as it is said to help protect the skin from acne, dryness, dullness, and balance all skin types such as oily and dry. Its properties include anti-infectious, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic.

Sandalwood has a rich and sensual aroma that is sweet, woody, floral, and dry. It has an astringent effect on oily skin and helps soothe chapped, irritated skin. It balances the mind and spirit, aids in meditation, and calms the nervous system. It is commonly included in many perfume blends and skin care products for its healing and moisturizing properties.

Spearmint has a warm, sweet, mint aroma that when inhaled, has an ability to create feelings of joy and happiness. It makes a great addition to formulations meant for stress and fatigue as well as blends for migraines and headaches.

Spikenard has an earthy, wood-like aroma, similar to Patchouli. It was used in ancient times as part of religious rituals. It is considered balancing, grounding, and aids in inward reflection. It has been known to help alleviate headaches, migraines, and insomnia and is said to be helpful for rashes and cuts. It is often used for skin conditions such as chronic dry, flaky skin, inflamed skin, wrinkles, and dandruff.

Spruce has a sweet, fresh, and uplifting aroma. Inhaled, it is suggested for exhaustion and fatigue. Due to its anti-fungal properties, it may be good for candida and it is used in formulations meant for muscle aches and pains. It is also often used in household cleaning products as well as room sprays and deodorants.

Star Anise has a strong, spicy, licorice-like aroma. It is used in aromatherapy to help balance hormones during menopause and to cool hot flashes, as well as help relieve coughing, colic, cramping, hiccups, and indigestion. Commonly used throughout the flavoring industry for cough syrups, cough drops, and liqueurs.

Sweet Orange has a fresh, sweet, uplifting, and orange aroma. It is an energizing oil that can help ease stress and anxiety. In skin care formulations, it can be helpful as a toner and in blends intended for oily skin. In household cleaning, it can help cut through grease and because of its antibacterial properties, it makes a wonderful addition to homemade cleaners.

Tagetes has a minty, oily, green aroma that is slightly sweet. It is helpful for repelling insects and is said to have antiparasitic and antifungal properties. Commonly used to create “attar genda” which is a popular Indian perfume. Mainly used in the perfume industry. Excess exposure should be avoided as its main constituent, Tagetone is considered harmful to humans in large amounts.

Tangerine has a tangy yet sweet orange-y aroma. It is an energizing oil while simultaneously promoting tranquility and a sense of well-being and is often included in blends used to help calm tension, anxiety, and insomnia. In skincare, it helps balance oily skin and is said to help reduce cellulite.

Tarragon has a spicy scent with undertones of licorice. It is said to be helpful for all kinds of digestive issues caused by emotional distress, fatigue, and balance of the nervous system. It is often used as a flavoring and acts as good deodorizing oil.

Tea Tree has a warm, spicy, medicinal, and pungent aroma. It is a very powerful immune stimulant, helping fight infections and promote clear skin. A natural antiseptic, bactericide, fungicide, and anti-viral with anesthetic qualities, it is still gentle enough for everyday usage. Unlike most other antiseptic preparations, it can be used without causing an imbalance of the natural bacterial flora on the skin. It makes a good oil to diffuse during cold and flu season to help purify the air.

Thyme has a warm and herbaceous aroma. Because of its disinfectant and antiseptic properties, it is often included in household cleaners as well as in pharmaceuticals. It is said to help rejuvenate the nerves, sharpen memory and concentration, and help combat exhaustion and depression.

Turmeric has been used for centuries throughout ayurvedic medicine as well as a spice for flavoring food. This popular root is steam distilled into an essential oil to be used for its strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric has also been used as a dye for its beautiful yellow, orange color. When diffused or inhaled, this essential oil can promote stress relief. The warm aroma of Turmeric adds a great spicy note to any essential oil blend and works well in blends for inflammation, detoxing, massage, and balancing.