Aquatic

Clean, watery, and oceanic. A rare quality in essential oils — light, transparent, and airy.

Balsamic

Rich, warm, and vanilla-like. A hallmark of resinous and base note oils — smooth, deep, and long-lasting.

Camphoraceous

Medicinal, penetrating, and cooling. Associated with eucalyptus, camphor, and mint — opens airways and clears the head.

Citrus

Bright, zesty, and uplifting. Found in cold-pressed peel oils — energising, mood-boosting, and instantly recognisable.

Dry

Austere, non-sweet, and clean. Found in woody and herbal oils — a quality that adds crispness without heaviness.

Earthy

Deep, grounding, and soil-like. Mossy, root-like, and primal — often used in grounding and meditation blends.

Floral

Soft, bloom-forward scents reminiscent of fresh flowers. Romantic and feminine, ranging from light and powdery to rich and heady.

Fresh

Clean, airy, and light. Evokes open air and clarity — uplifting without being sharp, blending easily with any family.

Green

Crisp, vegetal, and alive. The scent of cut grass, leaves, and living plants — fresh and slightly sharp.

Herbal

Green, medicinal, and plant-forward. Clean and slightly sharp — associated with healing and fresh herb gardens.

Minty

Cool, crisp, and invigorating. Refreshing the mind, clearing airways, and adding sharp brightness to any blend.

Mossy

Damp, forest-floor, and ancient. Found in earthy and woody oils — evoking deep woodland and quiet shade.

Peppery

Biting, dry, and invigorating. The sharp warmth of black pepper and spice oils — stimulating and distinct.

Powdery

Soft, dry, and skin-like. A delicate quality in floral and some woody oils — subtle, clean, and intimate.

Resinous

Thick, balsamic, and ancient. Distilled from tree resins — deep, meditative, and long-lasting as base notes.

Sharp

Piercing, clear, and immediate. A quality of minty, herbal, and citrus oils — cuts through other scents and clears the mind.

Smoky

Dark, charred, and atmospheric. Adds mystery and depth — common in resins and wood oils.

Spicy

Warm, rich, and pungent. Derived from seeds, bark, and roots — adding depth, warmth, and intensity to blends.

Sweet

Soft, sugary, and comforting. Adds warmth and approachability to blends — bridges floral, citrus, and resinous notes.

Warm

Comforting, enveloping, and inviting. A quality shared by spicy, resinous, and woody oils — adds depth and coziness.

Woody

Warm, dry, and grounding. Evokes forests, bark, and stability — anchoring blends with depth and earthiness.

Zesty

Tangy, bright, and energetic. The lively character of citrus peels — invigorating and instantly uplifting.