180 Oils

Essential Oil Library

Comprehensive profiles with therapeutic properties, safety data, chemistry, dilution rates, and application guidance.

Galbanum

Galbanum

Ferula galbaniflua

top–middle noteApiaceae

Intensely green resinous oil from a Persian umbellifer, a perfumery classic mentioned in the biblical holy incense, prized for its vivid forest-floor character.

analgesicanti inflammatoryantimicrobial+5
Gardenia Absolute

Gardenia Absolute

Gardenia jasminoides

middle–base noteRubiaceae

Rare and luxurious absolute from the creamy-white blossoms of gardenia; rich, tropical, and narcotic, among the most precious natural floral extracts available.

calmingsedativeuplifting
Geranium

Geranium

Pelargonium graveolens

middle noteGeraniaceae

A beautifully balanced floral-green oil renowned for its hormone-balancing, skin-healing, and emotionally stabilizing properties.

anti inflammatoryantibacterialantifungal+4
German Chamomile

German Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla

middle noteAsteraceae

A deeply anti-inflammatory oil distinguished by its intense blue color from chamazulene, particularly effective for skin conditions and allergic reactions.

anti inflammatoryanalgesicantispasmodic+3
Ginger

Ginger

Zingiber officinale

middle noteZingiberaceae

A warm, spicy oil with outstanding digestive and anti-nausea properties, widely used for muscular pain, poor circulation, and emotional warmth.

analgesicanti inflammatoryantispasmodic+4
Goldenrod

Goldenrod

Solidago canadensis

middle noteAsteraceae

Steam-distilled from flowering tops, Goldenrod offers a bright herbaceous aroma and is renowned for supporting urinary, kidney, and cardiovascular systems.

anti inflammatorydiureticantispasmodic+3
Grapefruit

Grapefruit

Citrus paradisi

top notephototoxicRutaceae

A bright, energizing citrus oil known for its uplifting aroma and its traditional use in supporting lymphatic circulation and healthy metabolism.

antisepticstimulanttonic+3
Hay Absolute

Hay Absolute

Hierochloe odorata

middle–base notePoaceae

Classical French perfumery absolute extracted from sweet hay grasses; coumarin-rich, offering warm, dry, vanilla-like sweetness and rustic nostalgia in compositions.

calminggroundingsedative
Helichrysum

Helichrysum

Helichrysum italicum

middle noteAsteraceae

One of the most prized healing oils in aromatherapy, renowned for its exceptional ability to reduce bruising, scarring, and inflammation.

anti inflammatorycicatrizantanalgesic+3
Hemlock Spruce

Hemlock Spruce

Tsuga canadensis

middle notePinaceae

A gentle, ester-rich coniferous oil from the Eastern hemlock, offering respiratory support and deep spiritual grounding with a soft, approachable forest aroma.

antimicrobialantisepticanti inflammatory+4
Ho Wood

Ho Wood

Cinnamomum camphora ct. linalool

middle noteLauraceae

A gentle, floral-woody oil and sustainable alternative to Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) which is endangered. Rich in linalool, making it exceptionally calming and skin-safe. Same tree species as camphor and ravintsara, different chemotype.

antibacterialantifungalanti inflammatory+5
Hyacinth Absolute

Hyacinth Absolute

Hyacinthus orientalis

middle noteAsparagaceae

Precious solvent-extracted absolute from Dutch hyacinth blooms; strikingly green, indolic, and floral, capturing the fresh vibrancy of early spring gardens.

calminguplifting
Hyssop

Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis

middle noteLamiaceae

A potent respiratory oil rich in neurotoxic ketones (pinocamphone), requiring strict safety precautions. Effective for respiratory and circulatory support.

antispasmodicantisepticexpectorant+3
Hyssop Decumbens

Hyssop Decumbens

Hyssopus officinalis var. decumbens

middle noteLamiaceae

A safer chemotype of Hyssop distinguished by very low pinocamphone and high linalool, making it suitable for respiratory support without the neurotoxicity of standard hyssop.

expectorantantiviralantibacterial+4
Inula

Inula

Inula graveolens

middle noteAsteraceae

A powerful mucolytic essential oil considered one of the best for breaking up deep, stuck mucus. Used in French clinical aromatherapy for chronic bronchitis and sinusitis. Not to be confused with Inula helenium (elecampane) which has different chemistry.

anti inflammatoryantimicrobialantispasmodic+2
Japanese Hinoki

Japanese Hinoki

Chamaecyparis obtusa

middle–base noteCupressaceae

Sacred Japanese cypress wood oil central to the shinrin-yoku forest-bathing tradition; calming, grounding, and immune-supportive with a clean, resinous wood profile.

antibacterialanti inflammatoryantimicrobial+6
Jasmine

Jasmine

Jasminum grandiflorum

middle–base noteOleaceae

An exquisitely rich floral absolute prized for its intoxicating fragrance and its traditional use for emotional healing, confidence, and sensuality.

calmingantispasmodicantiseptic+3
Jasmine Absolute

Jasmine Absolute

Jasminum sambac

middle–base noteOleaceae

Jasminum sambac — the "Arabian Jasmine" — produces a richer, sweeter, more tea-like absolute than J. grandiflorum. The jasmine used in jasmine tea and leis. Euphoric, deeply sensual, and emotionally liberating.

anti inflammatoryantisepticantispasmodic+5
Juniper Berry

Juniper Berry

Juniperus communis

middle noteCupressaceae

A clean, forest-scented oil from juniper berries, traditionally used for detoxification, urinary support, and energetic cleansing and protection.

analgesicantibacterialantiseptic+4
Kanuka

Kanuka

Kunzea ericoides

top–middle noteMyrtaceae

The sister plant of Manuka, native to New Zealand. While Manuka excels against Gram-positive bacteria, Kanuka is superior against Gram-negative bacteria. Anti-inflammatory and gentle on the skin.

antibacterialanti inflammatoryantimicrobial+4
Katrafay

Katrafay

Cedrelopsis grevei

base notePtaeroxylaceae

Sesquiterpene-rich Malagasy bark oil traditionally used for fatigue, muscular pain and convalescence; powerfully anti-inflammatory and analgesic.

analgesicanti inflammatorytonic+4
Kunzea

Kunzea

Kunzea ambigua

top–middle noteMyrtaceae

A Tasmanian native oil gaining recognition for exceptional anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. Called "the aspirin of the bush" by locals. Gentle yet powerful, particularly for muscular and joint pain.

analgesicantibacterialanti inflammatory+5
Lavandin Grosso

Lavandin Grosso

Lavandula x intermedia

top–middle noteLamiaceae

A hybrid between true lavender and spike lavender, offering a higher-yield, more affordable option with stronger camphor notes, suited to respiratory and muscular applications.

analgesicantimicrobialantispasmodic+3
Lavender

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

top–middle noteLamiaceae

The most versatile and widely studied essential oil, renowned for its calming, balancing, and skin-healing properties across all ages.

analgesicanti inflammatoryantibacterial+4