Essential Oils

Pepper Black essential oil has a strong, sharp, spicy aroma, faintly reminiscent of clove oil.

Pepper Black is known to increase blood circulation in joints and relieve muscle soreness.

It can be effective for digestive issues like indigestion or flatulence. For respiratory infections, it works as a decongestant and expectorant.

Cedarwood Essential Oil has a fresh, woody and slightly sweet scent. It is classed as a base note and blends well with camphoraceous, citrus, earthy, floral, herby, minty, spicy and woodsy oils.

Cedarwood is known to have energising properties that can increase concentration levels, but it can also relieve stress and tension due to its ability to provide a air of calmness

It is classed as a base note and blending well with camphoraceous, citrus, earthy, floral, herby, minty, spicy and woody essential oils.

Eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus globulus) has a medicinal earthy aroma it has been used to aid Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation,

sinusitis and is commonly found in cold and flu remedies.

Plant Part Typically Used –   Leaves

Colour                                      Clear

Consistency                             Thin

Perfumery Note                      Top

Strength of Initial Aroma        Strong

Aromatic Description              fresh, medicinal, woody, earthy.

Lavender Oil essential oil (Lavandula officinalis) has a beautiful, versatile aroma. It is anti-bacterial and is a must-have for your first-aid kit. Its calming and sedative properties make Lavender Essential Oil a wonderful oil to help relax, fight stress and to promote sleep. When properly diluted, it’s amongst the safest of essential oils.

Plant Part Typically Used – Leaves and flowers

Colour –          Clear with a tinge of yellow

Consistency  – Thin

Perfumery Note – Top/Middle

Strength of Initial Aroma – Medium

Aromatic Description floral, fresh, sweet, herbaceous

Do not apply undiluted essential oil directly to your skin

Lime essential oil is a member of the Rutaceae family.
Lime essential oil is a powerful antioxidant that supports healthy immune function. It’s stimulating, and refreshing scent can positively affect mood and promote emotional balance and well-being.

The oil has a fresh, sweet, citrus peel fragrance. It is classed as a top note and blends well with camphoraceous, citrus, herby, floral, minty, spicy and woodsy oils.

Patchouli Essential Oil (Pogostemon cablin) Often associated with the hippies and the 1960s, the fragrance of Patchouli Essential Oil is rich, earthy and grounding. In perfumery and fragrance applications, patchouli is a base note that acts as a fixative and grounds a blend. Its aroma is suitable for unisex blends in skin and hair care. It is helpful for most skin types ranging from dry, cracked skin all the way to helping to regulate oily skin and acne. Patchouli Essential Oil is calming and grounding.

Plant Part Typically Used – leaves

Colour –                                         Deep golden brown

Consistency                                  Medium

Perfumery Note                           Base

Strength of Initial Aroma            Medium –

Aromatic Description                  Rich, earthy, woody aroma with a   nearly hidden fruity note

Rose Geranium oil is a member of the Geraniaceae family.

Geranium is known to have remarkable calming effects on the body, helping people who suffer from depression and anxiety. It also contains strong antibacterial and anti-fungal abilities which can help to protect your body from infection

The oil is both sweet and herbaceous and is classed as a middle note. Geranium blends well with citrus, floral, spicy and woodsy oils.

Tea Tree Essential Oil. The unmistakeable fragrance of Tea Tree, antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, cleansing and an essential for teenage skin

Thriving in marshy areas in Australia, this small tree is similar to Cypress. Tea Tree is one of the most useful essential oils.