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Essential Oil Library List

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Angelica Root

Angelica archangelica

Grounding, detoxifying, immune support

Anise Star

Illicium verum

Digestive aid, uplifting, clears congestion

Basil (Linalool)

Ocimum basilicum

Mental clarity, calming, digestion support

Bay Laurel

Laurus nobilis

Confidence, circulation, respiratory support

Benzoin

Styrax benzoin

Comforting, grounding, skin-soothing

Bergamot FCF

Citrus aurantium bergamia

Uplifting, mood-balancing, skin-clearing

Birch

Betula lenta

Pain relief, circulation, cleansing

Black Pepper

Piper nigrum

Warming, circulation, digestive support

Buchu

Agathosma betulina

Cleansing, urinary support, refreshing

Calendula Absolute

Calendula officinalis

Skin healing, calming, anti-inflammatory

Cardamom

Elettaria cardamomum

Digestive aid, warming, uplifting

Caraway

Carum carvi

Digestive support, calming, antispasmodic

Carrot Seed

Daucus carota

Skin rejuvenation, detoxifying, grounding

Cade

Juniperus oxycedrus

Cleansing, antiseptic, skin support

Cedarwood Atlas

Cedrus atlantica

Grounding, calming, respiratory support

Chamomile (Roman)

Anthemis nobilis

Calming, soothing, skin healing

Chamomile (Moroccan)

Ormensis multicaulis

Relaxing, digestive support, skin calming

Clary Sage

Salvia sclarea

Hormonal balance, relaxing, creativity-enhancing

Clove Bud

Eugenia caryophyllus

Antimicrobial, warming, pain relief

Cistus (Rock Rose)

Cistus ladaniferus

Healing, grounding, emotional support

Cypress

Cupressus sempervirens

Circulation, grief support, grounding

Davana

Artemisia pallens

Balancing, uplifting, aphrodisiac

Elemi

Canarium luzonicum

Skin healing, uplifting, spiritual connection

Eucalyptus (Globulus)

Eucalyptus globulus

Respiratory relief, clearing, energising

Eucalyptus Citriodora

Eucalyptus citriodora

Anti-inflammatory, insect repellent, soothing

Eucalyptus Dives

Eucalyptus dives

Respiratory support, refreshing, cooling

Eucalyptus Smithii

Eucalyptus smithii

Gentle decongestant, child-friendly, immune support

Fennel Sweet

Foeniculum vulgare

Digestive support, balancing, hormonal aid

Frankincense

Boswellia serrata

Meditative, skin healing, spiritual connection

Galbanum

Ferula galbaniflua

grounding, centering, earthy-resinous, emotionally steadying, reflective

Geranium Bourbon

Pelargonium graveolens

balancing, emotionally harmonising, comforting, floral-uplifting, stabilising

Ginger

Zingiber officinale

warming, energising, motivating, comforting, grounding, revitalising

Grapefruit

Citrus paradisi

uplifting, brightening, refreshing, mood-lightening, cleansing, energising

Helichrysum

Helichrysum italicum

soothing, comforting, restorative, emotionally supportive, gentle, calming

Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis

clarifying, cleansing, uplifting, focusing, invigorating, purifying

Jasmine Absolute

Jasminum grandiflorum

sensual, heart-opening, confidence-boosting, uplifting, comforting, emotionally supportive

Juniper Berry

Juniperus communis

cleansing, clarifying, grounding, refreshing, strengthening, steadying

Lavender (High Altitude)

Lavandula angustifolia

calming, soothing, relaxing, settling, gentle, balancing

Lavender Spike

Lavandula latifolia

clarifying, refreshing, invigorating, focusing, bright, cleansing

Lavandin Grosso

Lavandula hybrida var. Grosso

calming, fresh, relaxing, balancing, comforting, gentle

Lemon

Citrus limon

uplifting, cleansing, brightening, clarifying, refreshing, energising

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon flexuosus

cleansing, refreshing, invigorating, clarifying, energising, crisp

Litsea Cubeba

Litsea cubeba

uplifting, cheerful, bright, refreshing, calming, mood-lightening

Lime

Citrus aurantiifolia

uplifting, zesty, refreshing, energising, brightening, cleansing

Mandarin(Red)

Citrus nobilis peel

calming, comforting, gentle, soothing, emotionally settling, sweet-citrus

Mandarin (Green)

Citrus reticulata

uplifting, fresh, light, cheerful, gently energising, bright-citrus

Manuka

Leptospermum scoparium

soothing, comforting, cleansing, grounding, protective, restorative

Marjoram Sweet

Origanum majorana

calming, comforting, relaxing, warming, emotionally soothing, settling

Massoia Bark

Cryptocarya massoy

comforting, warm-sweet, sensual, grounding, nurturing, cosy

Melissa

Melissa officinalis

calming, uplifting, soothing, emotionally supportive, gentle, heart-comforting

Myrtle

Myrtus communis

clarifying, refreshing, calming, cleansing, balancing, gentle

Myrrh

Commiphora myrrha

grounding, reflective, centering, comforting, spiritual, resinous

Neroli

Citrus aurantium amara (flower)

calming, uplifting, emotionally supportive, heart-soothing, settling, gentle

Nutmeg

Myristica fragrans

warming, comforting, grounding, uplifting, motivating, cosy

Onion

Allium cepa

pungent, clearing, stimulating, grounding, warming, sharp

Orange Bitter

Citrus aurantium amara (peel)

uplifting, brightening, emotionally balancing, refreshing, energising, zesty

Orange Sweet

Citrus sinensis

uplifting, cheerful, comforting, mood-lightening, warm, bright

Palmarosa

Cymbopogon martinii

balancing, comforting, uplifting, emotionally harmonising, floral-soft, soothing

Palo Santo

Bursera graveolens

grounding, centering, clearing, calming, spiritually supportive, woody

Parsley Seed

Petroselinum sativum

cleansing, clarifying, strengthening, grounding, focusing, herbaceous

Patchouli

Pogostemon cablin

grounding, sensual, stabilising, centering, earthy, emotionally steadying

Peppermint

Mentha piperita

refreshing, energising, focusing, cooling, clarifying, uplifting

Peru Balsam

Myroxylon balsamum

comforting, warm, soothing, grounding, nurturing, sweet-resinous

Petitgrain

Citrus aurantium

calming, balancing, uplifting, emotionally steadying, fresh-green, settling

Pine (Scots)

Pinus sylvestris

energising, clearing, refreshing, strengthening, grounding, forest-fresh

Ravensara

Ravensara aromatica

cleansing, clarifying, refreshing, calming, strengthening, supportive

Rose Absolute

Rosa damascena flower extract

heart-opening, comforting, nurturing, emotionally supportive, soothing, luxurious

Rose Geranium

Pelargonium graveolens

balancing, emotionally harmonising, uplifting, comforting, stabilising, floral

Rose Otto

Rosa damascena

heart-opening, calming, deeply comforting, nurturing, emotionally supportive, soothing

Rosemary

Rosmarinus officinalis

Mental clarity, circulation, respiratory support

Sage

Salvia officinalis

Cleansing, hormone support, grounding

Sandalwood

Santalum spicatum

Calming, grounding, meditative

Savory

Satureja montana

Antimicrobial, stimulating, warming

Spearmint

Mentha spicata

Refreshing, digestive aid, uplifting

Spikenard

Nardostachys jatamansi

Sacred, calming, grounding

St. John's Wort

Hypericum perforatum

Nerve support, calming, skin healing

Tagetes

Tagetes minuta

Antifungal, insect repellent, skin healing

Tarragon

Artemisia dracunculus

Digestive aid, calming, antispasmodic

Tea Tree

Melaleuca alternifolia

Antimicrobial, immune support, cleansing

Thyme (White)

Thymus vulgaris

Antimicrobial, stimulating, immune booster

Tolu Balsam

Myroxylon balsamum

Comforting, warming, skin soothing

Valerian

Valeriana officinalis

Sleep aid, calming, grounding

Vanilla Absolute

Vanilla planifolia

Comforting, sensual, calming

Vetiver

Vetiveria zizanoides

Grounding, calming, restorative

Violet Leaf Absolute

Viola odorata

Calming, heart-opening, skin soothing

Wintergreen

Gaultheria procumbens

Pain relief, anti-inflammatory, circulation

Ylang Ylang Extra

Cananga odorata

Sensual, balancing, uplifting

🌿 Safety & Responsibility Disclaimer

The Aromatherapy Oil Library is provided for educational and informational purposes only.

While essential oils can be powerful tools for emotional and physical wellbeing, they are also concentrated plant substances and must be used with knowledge, care, and respect.

The information shared in this library:

  • Is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition

  • Does not replace advice from a qualified medical professional

  • Should always be adapted to the individual, their health history, and their nervous system

 

Special care should be taken when using essential oils if you are:

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Managing a medical condition

  • Taking prescription medication

  • Working with children, babies, or vulnerable adults

 

Always follow appropriate dilution guidelines, patch test where relevant, and discontinue use if irritation or discomfort occurs.

🌱 Evidence-Informed Guidance

All safety information within this library is guided by established professional aromatherapy standards, including:

  • Tisserand Institute safety guidelines

  • Essential Oil Safety (2nd Edition) by Robert Tisserand & Rodney Young

  • Peer-reviewed research from recognised integrative and complementary medicine journals

  • Traditional aromatherapy practice combined with modern clinical understanding

 

Where applicable, guidance reflects age-appropriate dilution ranges, contraindications, and known interactions — not social media trends or blanket claims.

🤍 A Human-First Approach

This library also recognises something science alone cannot fully quantify:

The way a person responds to an oil is shaped by experience, memory, emotion, and nervous system state.

 

One oil may feel grounding to one person and activating or uncomfortable to another.
 

That does not make either response wrong.

 

There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach in aromatherapy — and this library honours that truth.

🌿 Final Note

Aromatherapy is both an art and a responsibility.

My intention with this library is to support safe, informed, and respectful use — empowering you to make choices that feel aligned, ethical, and supportive of your wellbeing.

When in doubt, less is more, and professional guidance is always encouraged.

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Rhonda Large Holistics 
Blyth, Northumberland · Serving Northumberland & surrounding areas

I can't wait to meet you 💜

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