Aromatherapy

"Unlike the other senses, 
smell needs no interpreter. 
The effect is immediate and
undiluted by language, 
thought or translation."
-Diane Ackerman

 

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list.   As with everything else on these web pages these are the oils I currently have in my collection. Over time I'll be adding notes and comments on how I actually use them

 

Air
Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus)
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora)
Caraway (Carum carvi)
Clary Sage
(Salvia sclarea)  Deeply relaxing and euphoric. Eases feelings of depression and when feeling run down emotionally and physically. Contains sensual properties and has a nutty pervasive fragrance.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) Eucalyptus can be mentally stimulating and may help increase concentration
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) -- Refreshing and reviving, especially when feeling down this oil clears the mind and uplifts the spirits.
Heather
Lavender (Lavandula officianalis)
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
Magnolia (Magnolia ssp)
Marjoram (Origanum marjorana)
Melissa (Melissa officinalis)
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
Sweet pea (Lathrys odoratus)
Vanilla (Vanilla planiflora)
Vanilla musk
Wintergreen

Fire
Amber
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Basil is considered helpful for mental and physical fatigue, aids in mental alertness, concentration. A good wake up oil, used in moderation. Helps ease sinus congestion. and headaches. Helpful against colds and congestion, as well as easing muscular aches and pains. Can reduce menstrual cramps.
Bergamot
(Citrus bergamia)  Uplifting, refreshing and relaxing. Encourages cheerful emotions, ideal for depression.
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)
Cedar wood (Juniperus virginiana) -- With a dry woody perfume this oil is ideal for soothing, harmonizing
and focusing the mind.
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Cinnamon Leaf
Clove Bud (Syzgium aromaticum)Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Dragons Blood -- use for Dragon spells
Frankincense -- use for Dragon spells
Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Heliotrope
Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis)
Lemon (Citrus limon)
Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)
Neroli (Citrus aurantium) -- can use for Dragon spells or love magic -- A haunting bitter sweet aroma, very relaxing and soothing. Brings feelings of peace.
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
Tangerine

Water
Ambergris
African violet
Birch
Blue Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
Cardamom (Elettaria cardmom)
Gardenia
Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)
Jasmine
Lotus
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
Narcissus
Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martinii)
Peach
Rose
Thyme (Trachyspermum copticum)
Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa)
Violet
Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)


Earth
Carrot Seed (Caucus carota)
Honeysuckle (Lonicera cprifolium) -- This is my basic altar incense,  I chose it after doing some work with the ogham Honeysuckle is another name for woodbine
Lilac (Syringa vulgaris)

Mimosa (Acacia dealbata)
Musk
Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)
Rosewood (Bois de Rose) -- Grounding, balancing and reviving, stabilizing and comforting to the emotions. A great oil to steady the mind, ideal for exams
Sage - Spanish (Salvia lavandulifolia)
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
Vetivert (Vetiveria zizanoides)

Astrological Mixes
Scorpio
Gemini
Libra
Virgo
Aquarius
Leo

Traveling Shaman's Kit
Stress Relief -- Geranium, lavender, bergamot, grapefruit, and sandalwood
Sweet Dreams -- Lavender, Marjoram, Clary Sage, Nutmeg, and Blue Chamomile
Creativity -- Grapefruit, Geranium, Coriander, and Neroli
Meditation -- Sandalwood, Rosewood, Cedar wood, Frankincense, Myrrh and Vetivert.

The Magical properties of Scents