Common Name(Latin Name) | Aroma | Common Uses & Properties |
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis) – Certified Organic by ACO, unrefined | Unrefined jojoba oil has none to slightly nutty aroma | Jojoba oil is not actually a form of oil although the name states ‘oil’. It is a form of liquid wax extracted from the Jojoba plant. It is relatively shelf-stable when compared with other vegetable oils. It contains a waxy substance that mimics collagen. Antioxidant, fungicide, moisturizing and healing |
Rose Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens) | Rosy and sweet floral scent with a herbaceous overtone | Antidepressant, antiseptic, diuretic and astringent |
Frankincense (Boswellia Carterii) | Deep, fresh with subtle hints of citrus and camphor and with a conifer-like undertone | Healing, anti-inflammatory, tonic, and astringent |
Clove (Eugenia Caryophyllata) | Warm and sweet with spicy undertone | Analgesic, antiseptic, disinfectant and stimulant |
Benzoin Sumatra (Styrax Benzoin resin) | Sweet, warm and vanilla-like | Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-depressant and sedative |
Patchouli (Pogostemon Cablin) | Strong earthy, pungent and herbaceous with undertones of wood and musk | Regenerating, astringent, antiseptic and aphrodisiac |
Vanilla (Vanilla Planifolia) | Sweet and creamy with a fruity undertone | Relaxing, calming, aphrodisiac and antioxidant |
Grapefruit (Citrus Paradisi) | Refreshing, uplifting and sweet citrus | Antiseptic, antidepressant, tonic and lymphatic stimulant |
Helichrysum Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum) | Honey-like and herbaceous with a tea-like undertone | Anti-inflammatory, tissue-regenerating, anti-allergenic, rejuvenating and antidepressant |
Sandalwood (Santalum Album) | Exotic, lingeringly woody with undertones of fruit and subtle floral | Antispasmodic, antiseptic, calming and aphrodisiac |
Palmarosa (Cymbopogon Martini) | Herbaceous and floral with an overtone of rose | Antiviral, hydrating, stimulant (circulatory and digestive), tonic |
Roman Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis) | Sweet and floral with a hint of citrus | Soothing, calming, analgesic and anti-inflammatory |
Tolu Balsam (Myroxylon balsamum) | Sweet like vanilla with a licorice-like overtone | Stimulant, expectorant, antiseptic and parasiticide |
French Lavender (Lavandula Officinalis) | Floral and refreshing with woody undertone | Vulnerary/healing, anticeptic, expectorant, nervine (calm the nerves) and anti-depressant |
Black Pepper (Piper Nigrum) | Spicy with a sweet overtone | Analgesic, antiemetic, detoxifying and anti-spasmodic |
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) | Soft sweet and nutty with spicy undertone and a hint of citrus | Stimulant, antispasmodic, a flavoring agent,anti-rheumatic and aphrodisiac |
Tonka Bean (Dipteryx Odorata) | Vanilla-like with hints of cinnamon, cloves and almonds and an undertone of caramel and fresh-dried hay | A flavouring agent |
Jasmine (Jasminium Grandiflorium) | Narcotic floral scent that is unique and intense with a sweet overtone. | Antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, relaxant, a flavouring agent and the leaves are also use as a tea |
Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia) | Fruity sweet with a citrusy overtone | Antibiotic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, sedative, analgesic, antidepressant, disinfectant and a flavouring agent e.g. for Earl Grey tea. |
Ylang Ylang (Cananga Odorata) | Delicate flowery note that is also narcotic and erotic with a sweet overtone. Jasmine nuances. | Antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, sedative and a general tonic |
Rose (Rosa Damascena) | Fresh and clean aroma with powdery and woody undertones | Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent and bactericidal |
Cedarwood | Distinctive woody and dry note with a resinous overtone | Antiseptic, antispasmodic, tonic, astringent, diuretic, sedative and fungicide |
Coconut Oil - Fractionated or Light Coconut oil(Cocos Nucifera) | No scent | Fractionated coconut oil has an indefinite shelf life and is a light, non-greasy, non-staining, liquid oil. It is great for use in massage, skincare, toiletries and soap. Note: Light coconut oil is completely saturated (by physical process, no chemical residue and won’t solidify in room temperature) and doesn’t clog pores. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and disinfectant. |
Labdanum (Cistus Ladaniferus) | Deep, balsamic, leathery and ambery | Herbal medicine and perfumery |
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