Essential Oil Library
Comprehensive profiles with therapeutic properties, safety data, chemistry, dilution rates, and application guidance.
Petitgrain Bergamot
Citrus bergamia
Rare petitgrain distilled from bergamot tree leaves, offering the beloved bergamot character without phototoxicity, with exceptional linalool-rich calming properties.
Pine
Pinus sylvestris
A fresh, forest-scented oil with strong respiratory and antimicrobial properties, evoking the invigorating energy of pine forests.
Ravensara
Ravensara aromatica
A rare Madagascan essential oil often confused with Ravintsara. True Ravensara has a distinct anise-like aroma and different chemistry. Supports respiratory and immune function.
Ravensara Anisata
Ravensara anisata
Madagascan bark oil, often confused with true ravensara leaf; dominated by estragole giving a strong anise character, with significant hepatotoxic and hormonal concerns.
Ravintsara
Cinnamomum camphora ct. cineole
One of the most versatile and safest antiviral essential oils. The Madagascan chemotype of camphor tree, rich in 1,8-cineole rather than camphor. Excellent for respiratory infections, immune support, and energy.
Rhododendron
Rhododendron anthopogon
Ethically wild-harvested Himalayan leaf oil, known as Sacred Flower; cherished in Tibetan Buddhist practice for its uplifting, joy-bringing, and respiratory-opening qualities.
Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis
A stimulating, clarifying herb oil with three main chemotypes, traditionally used for memory enhancement, pain relief, and respiratory support.
Sage
Salvia officinalis
A potent herb oil rich in neurotoxic ketones (thujone), requiring extreme caution. Distinguished from the safer clary sage by its stronger medicinal profile.
Saro
Cinnamosma fragrans
Also called Mandravasarotra (that which keeps evil away), this Madagascar oil offers potent antiviral, respiratory and immune support with a balanced 1,8-cineole profile.
Spanish Sage
Salvia lavandulifolia
Also known as Lavender Sage, this low-thujone Salvia offers cognitive and memory support with a safer profile than common dalmatian sage, with thujone typically under 0.5%.
Spike Lavender
Lavandula latifolia
A camphor-and-cineole-rich lavender species prized for respiratory clearing, mental stimulation, and analgesic applications, offering a sharper, more invigorating profile than true lavender.
Star Anise
Illicium verum
Sweet, licorice-like oil distilled from the star-shaped dried fruit; traditional digestive and respiratory remedy dominated by trans-anethole, sharing safety concerns with aniseed.
Tagetes (Marigold)
Tagetes minuta
A powerfully medicinal oil from the African marigold — NOT the common garden marigold (Calendula). Contains tagetone and is PHOTOTOXIC. Excellent for skin tags, warts, calluses, bunions, and fungal infections. Use with strict safety precautions.
Tarragon
Artemisia dracunculus
A potent antispasmodic oil with a distinctive anise aroma, primarily used for digestive and muscular spasms but requiring caution due to high estragole content.
Tea Tree
Melaleuca alternifolia
One of the most researched and versatile antimicrobial oils, a first-aid staple for cuts, infections, acne, and fungal conditions.
Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
A potent antimicrobial oil with several chemotypes ranging from gentle (ct. linalool) to aggressive (ct. thymol), extensively used for immune and respiratory support.
Tulsi
Ocimum sanctum
Sacred adaptogenic herb of Ayurveda, also known as Holy Basil; eugenol-rich oil supporting immunity, respiratory health and spiritual practice. Requires careful dilution.
Wintergreen
Gaultheria procumbens
Composed of approximately 98% methyl salicylate — essentially natural aspirin in concentrated form. Extremely effective for pain but carries significant toxicity risk. STRICT safety precautions required. Contraindicated with blood thinners.
