ESSENTIAL OIL NOTES AND OTHER CLASSIFICATION

Essential oils are classified by their "notes" or scent characteristics. This chart shows the typical classification and can be used in
combining scents.

Top Notes: Essential oils that are classified as top notes normally evaporate very fast and typically have anti-viral properties. They
tend to be light, fresh and uplifting in nature and are usually inexpensive. Top notes are highly volatile, fast acting, and give the first
impression of the blend. However, they are not very long lasting.

Middle Notes: The bulk of essential oils are considered middle notes and normally give body to the blend and have a balancing
effect. The aroma of middle notes are not always immediately evident and may take a couple of minutes to establish their
scent. They are normally warm and soft fragrances.

Base Notes: Essential oils that are classified as base notes are normally very heavy and their fragrance is very solid. It will be
present for a long time and slows down the evaporation of the other oils. These fragrances are normally intense and heady. They
are normally rich and relaxing in nature and are typically the most expensive of all oils.

Top Notes Middle Notes Base Notes

Basil Bay Balsam Peru
(Top to Middle)
Bergamot Cassia
Black Pepper (Base to Middle)
(Top to Middle)
Cajuput Cardamom Cedarwood
Cinnamon Chamomile Cinnamon
(Base to Middle)
Clary Sage Cypress Clove
(Top to Middle)
Coriander Fennel Frankincense
(Top to Middle) (Middle to Top)

Eucalyptus Geranium Ginger

(Base to Middle)
Grapefruit Ho Leaf Jasmine
Hyssop Ho Wood Myrrh
(Top to Middle)

Lemon Hyssop Neroli

(Middle to Top) (Base to Middle)
Lemongrass Juniper Oakmoss
(Top to Middle)

Lime Lavender Patchouli

(Middle to Top)
Mandarin /
Marjoram Rose
Tangerine
Neroli Melissa Rosewood
(Top to Middle) (Middle to Top) (Base to Middle)
Verbena Myrtle Sandalwood
Niaouli Nutmeg Valerian
Orange Palma Rosa Vanilla
Peppermint Pine Vetiver
Petitgrain Rosemary Ylang Ylang
(Base to Middle)
Ravensara Spikenard
Sage Yarrow
Spearmint
Tagetes
Tangerine
Tea Tree
(Top to Middle)
Thyme
(Top to Middle)

Diffusion - A diffuser is specially designed to disperse a fine mist of essential oils sufficient to fill a room in a few minutes. It
disperses the oil without burning, which can cause the oil to lose much of its therapeutic benefits. Research shows that diffusing
certain oils may help to reduce bacteria, fungus, mold and unpleasant orders. In addition, this method can help you relax, relieve
tension, help in weight management, improve concentration, and increase mental clarity. Diffused essential oils can also purify the
air and fill the room with a fresh, herbal aromatic scent.