Essential oils can be classified according to the volatility of their scent, in a similar fashion to the perfume industry.
Imagine filling a room with the scent :- top notes typically last from a few hours to 1 day, middle notes a few days and base notes up to a week. Patchouli is a classic example of a base note - a week later and you can still smell it !
The type of note is often associated with a particular mental or emotional effect - or to induce a particular mood swing.
Stimulating and Uplifting
General Body Tonics, Neutral Mood
Relaxing and Sedative
Basil, Bergamot, Cajuput, Caraway, Clary Sage, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Niaouli, Petitgrain, Sage, Tea Tree
Aniseed, Black Pepper, Chamomile, Camphor, Cypress, Sweet Fennel, Geranium, Hyssop, Juniper, Lavender, Sweet Marjoram, Melissa, Peppermint, Pine Needle, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Savory, Tarragon, Thyme
Benzoin, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Clove, Frankincense, Ginger, Jasmine, Marigold, Myrrh, Neroli, Nutmeg, Origanum, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
