Carrot Seed

Daucus carota-- Steam distilled from the seeds of Queen Annes Lace that is also called Wild Carrot. Close cousin of orange Carrots we all know. There is a carrot oil that is steam distilled from the whole dried carrot plant. Does not have carotene or vitamin A in it.  The odor is not apparent in the seed until after distillation. The scent is Woody-earthy, slightly spicy, strong, fruity, warm, herbaceous and musky with a subtle green brightness. Considered one of the best essential oils for mature skin. Used to flavor liqueurs and perfumes.

Generally considered non-toxic, non-sensitizing, possible irritant in low doses.  Dilute well for topical use.  Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

CHARACTER:  “Nourishing Root”, Yin, Renewal, Restorative, Humble, Grounded wisdom, Quiet Rebuilder (from the inside out) Regenerative, does not shout or sparkle.

ETHERIC COLORS: Earth tone Ochre, Golden amber, Red, Light Green

PERFUME NOTE: Middle to Base

CHAKRA: Solar, Root, Sacral, subtle Third Eye

MUSIC:  E flat, B flat; Viola or low violin; French horn, hand drum with soft rhythm; slow folk melodies; grounded chamber pieces

ELEMENT: Earth and subtle Water

GEMS/CRYSTALS:  Malachite, Serpentine, Moss Agate, Smoky Quartz, Sunstone, Carnelian, Citrine, Tiger Eye, Red Aventurine, Scolecite, Chrome Diopside, Yellow Jasper, Petrified wood, Amber

ENERGY TYPE: 4, 2; like sunlight filtered through soil

ASTRO:  Virgo, Capricorn, Mercury, Saturn

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Sesquiterpenol

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  improve brain function, circulation, grounded, calm, rebuild confidence, vitality, recovery from exhaustion

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Feeling invalidated for what you perceive, confused, manipulated, dependent on others for your feelings and thoughts, Stress  

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Liver detox, infection, arthritis, gout, edema, rheumatism, indigestion, intestinal parasites, rashes, wrinkles, other skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis  

PROPERTIES: Carminative, diuretic, anti-carcinogenic, supports skin renewal, mildly anti-microbial, digestive stimulant 

BLENDS WELL WITH Cedar, Frankincense, Lavender, Rosewood, Blue Cypress, Geranium, Patchouli, Orange. This is one of those oils that doesn’t smell great full strength or on its own, but it plays well with others.

BLENDS CONTAINING: Yellowstone,, Horse Whisper,   Dark Horse, Caldera, Gingerbread,

 

Key Chemical Constituents:   Pinene, carotol, daucol, limonene, bisabolene, elemene, geraniol, daucol

ARCHETYPES:  HERBAL ALCHEMIST, HEALER, WISE FARMER, INNER ARCHITECT, REBUILDER, EARTH SAGE, INNER COMPASS, ROOT GUARDIAN

PERSONALITY:

+Values inner work over outer display.

+Quietly wise and patient.  Guides others back to authentic direction.

 +They see what they need to see.  It is all right to disagree with someone and be disagreed with. Observant before speaking.

+Nurturing without being coddling, providing a stable presence that allows for deep introspection and the facing of difficult emotions without fear or rage.

+Viewed as a companion or partner that fosters growth in others, much like the wild plant provides a home for insects.

+They like to see clearly, feeling strongly about what they perceive. They need no validation from outside.  Unconcerned with superficial approval.  does not chase attention.

+Restores through discipline—restorative without being dramatic.

-If negative, Sometimes they do not get that their truth is within. It can be confusing if those around do not validate experience or agree about what is happening. 

-May need others approval to feel good. If there is lack of agreement, they -doubt themselves.

May be resistant to new perspectives.

Ginger Lily

 Hedychium  coronarium/spicatum- often known as Kapoor Kachari, steam distilled from the root/rhizones or solvent extracted from the flowers of a wild ginger relative growing in the Himalayan foothills. There are distinct differences in aroma between the two.   The extract is expensive, the distilled oil not so much.  Also called Butterfly Ginger, Hydicum or White Ginger Lily. The extract is diffusive, warm, woody, with slight spicy and melon-like top notes that fade to a unique cool, creamy, floral-woody drydown.  It is sometimes co-distilled with Vetiver Root. 

Generally considered non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritating in low doses.  Dilute well for topical use.  

CHARACTER: "Ethereal Transformation" or "Transformative Strength" High information, Expansive, Meditative, Unconditional Love, Uplifting, Refreshing, Captivating, Sensuous, optimism and momentum. spirit of high mountains: vitality, purity, and resilience.

ETHERIC COLORS:  Golden Amber, Saffron Orange, Pale Blue-white

CRYSTALS;  Moldavite, Obsidian, Ocean Jasper, Riverstone, Tiger Eye, Amber, Sunstone, Citrine, Carnelian, Golden topaz

CHAKRAS:  Sacral, Solar, Heart and Crown  

MUSICAL:  E, G; Bamboo flute, hand drums, bright string instruments        PERFUME NOTE:  Primarily a Middle note, sometimes considered a Heart/Base note 

ELEMENTS:  Fire, Air, some Earth 

ENERGY TYPE: 3,1; combines ginger-type vitality with high-altitude clarity, giving it a unique profile: warm activation with spiritual lift—playful yet purposeful.        

      

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS:  Peace, Calming, Level emotional state, joy, happiness, awakens mind power, confidence, enthusiasm, curiosity, creative flow, passion, exploring new ideas

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Mental fatigue, tired or uninspired, Stress, Nervousness, Depression, annoyance, exhaustion, creatively blocked, stagnation, fear of adventure

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Skin care, nausea, motion sickness, inflammations, halitosis, asthma

PROPERTIES:  vaso-dilator, digestive, expectorant, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, stimulant but with calming effect, carminative  

Blends well with SANDALWOOD,  JASMINE, CASSIA, CINNAMON, FRANKINCENSE, GINGER, LAVENDER, MYRRH, PATCHOULI, VANILLA, YLANG-YLANG, BERGAMOT, GOLDEN CHAMPA, FRANGIPANI, MELISSA, NEROLI, OSMANTHUS, ROSE, LIME, PETITGRAINS , OPOPONOX, VETIVER, CISTUS, CEDAR, CLARY SAGE

Contains many constituents depending on source:  Sesquiterpenes, Esters, Monoterpenols, Ketones,  terpineol, limonene, Furano diterpenes, keto alcohols

BLENDS:  Caldera,  Yellowstone,

ARCHETYPES: SHAMAN, SEEKER,  TEACHER, PHILOSOPHER, ENVIRONMENTALIST, MENTOR, LIBERATOR, MOUNTAIN ALCHEMIST, FIRE-BEARER

PERSONALITY: Different personalities depending on source whether floral or root. 

+Feels a connection with the earth.   Interested in Green issues and the   raw elements of earth and nature. Yet, can be supremely interested in spiritual or heavenly issues.

+ Would love to be a mountain climbing guide

+ Expresses warm enthusiasm and curiosity.  Bright but grounded.

+ Joyful yet spiritually aware.

+ Charismatic without dominating.

+Ready to laugh out loud, not easily embarrassed. 

+ Warm flame dancing in cool mountain air. 

+ Sensual with possibly a deep, mysterious side.

-If negative, Might become overly concerned about such things as pollution or rain forest destruction and become disillusioned with the world.

-Can be aggressive, but this trait can be positive as in good leader and get things done.

Allspice

 Pimenta officinalis or Pimenta dioica Steam distilled, primarily from the shells of the crushed berries (green fruits) OR leaves. Has a balsamic spicy scent, fruity with a tea-like undertone. The Berry oil is considered better, as it doesn't have as much eugenol as the leaf oil and is better for sensitive skin. The berry oil is sometimes adulterated with clove, stem or leaf oil. First called pimento (Spanish for pepper) because it was thought to be a kind of pepper. Later it was realized that it was closer to cloves and cinnamon with a hint of nutmeg; therefore the name Allspice. Is a favorite modifier in many high-end men’s fragrances.

CAUTIONS: This is a fiery oil and must be used with care. May inhibit blood clotting. Has a moderate risk of skin sensitization and mucous membrane as do most oils.  Dilute properly to .3%.

CHARACTER:   “Motivated Warmth” Yang, Courage, Fighting Edge, Energetic, Determined, Spirited resilience. “Light the flame.” “Heat with backbone.” A drumbeat that gets the village moving.

ETHERIC COLORS:  Deep Brick Red, Burnished Copper, Dark Brown

CRYSTALS/GEMS:  Tiger Eye, Pyrite, Carnelian, Garnet, Red Jasper, Hematite, Mahogany Obsidian, Yellow Apatite, Red aventurine, Mookaite, Pietersite, Sunstone

MUSICAL:  F#, C#; hand drums, latin percussion, brass accents, energetic folk music

NUMBER:  3    

CHAKRA:  Solar, Root, Sacral

ELEMENT:  Fire , Earth      

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle

ASTRO:  Mars, Aries, Leo, Sun

ENERGY TYPE:  Mostly 3, 4

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Phenol

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Calm, Uplifted mood, Promote sleep, Clear energy blockages, Assertive communication, Enthusiasm, Motivation, Courage to act, Creative spark, Decisive leadership

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Suppressed Anger, Stress, Fatigue, Exhaustion, Depression, Sluggishness, Stagnation, Blocked creativity, Procrastination, 

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  viral or skin infections, bacteria in the colon, sinusitis, bronchitis, colds, coughs, cellulite, tight muscles, pain, insect bites, headache, leg cramps, oral/dental care, arthritis, indigestion, nausea 

PROPERTIES:  muscle relaxant, circulation stimulant, anti-viral

BLENDS WITH:  Other spice oils, geranium, laurel, lavender, neroli, orange, patchouli, spearmint, ylang-ylang, sandalwood, Roman chamomile (So far, I haven't added it to any blends.)

 

Key Constituents~~ Eugenol (65-85%), methyl ether, cineole, alpha-phallandrene, limonene, beta carophyllene, methyleugenol, gamma cadinenel

ARCHETYPES: ADVOCATE, ATTORNEY, DECORATOR, DEFENDER, 

EXPLORER, MEDIATOR, DIVA, SPOKESPERSON, FIRE CAPTAIN, MOTIVATOR, WARM COMMANDER/GENERAL, COURAGE CATALYST, DRUM LEADER

PERSONALITY:   

+ Practical, intelligent, strong, steady, lively company, warm hearted, generous, approachable. 

+Can be conservative, but does enjoy a bit of excitement as long as it doesn’t interfere with their well-being.   

+ They take their home life serious and will defend everyone in it 

+ Enjoys all the material possessions needed for a comfortable life.   

+ Will first and foremost please themselves.  They make good entrepreneurs and leaders/managers.

 +Stand up for their rights and usually get them. They do not explode, but activate with direction. They expect service and honesty from everyone. 

+Speaks their reality and truth, saying what they need to. 

+Listen, even they do not agree.  Can accept or reject criticism. 

+They do enjoy law and order, and everything in its place.  They are good at restarting stalled projects. 

-If negative, they see anger as being projected - others are angry, or their anger is another's fault and the language tends to be "you made me". Anger can give an excuse to blame others. They can speak with an argumentative tone, even when not really arguing.

-May be manipulating, sometimes over controlling and irritable. 

• May procrastinate, over think without moving.

Allspice is less sharp than Clove. Less immediate than Ginger.

Less ideological than Turmeric.

Gurjun Balsam

 Dipterocarpus turbinatus—distilled from the resin of a tropical hardwood tree that grows up to 100 feet.  with a warm, woody, slightly sweet aroma. The resin contains a higher concentration of the desired sesquiterpenes  than the raw wood itself.

 Distilling from the resin preserves the "fixative" properties that give the oil its incredible longevity, often lasting over 400 hours on a scent strip.

CAUTIONS:  It must be mixed with a carrier oil before applying to the skin to avoid irritation. Generally safe for children aged 2 years and older. For children, a maximum dilution of 1% is recommended.

CHARACTER: “Protective Armor” stabilizing—It doesn’t demand your attention—but once you lean in, it opens up something deep and comforting, like walking barefoot on earth that remembers.

ETHERIC COLORS:  Deep Green, Amber-Brown, Smoky Moss green with copper flecks

CRYSTALS: Smoky Quartz, Tiger Eye, Bloodstone, Mahogany Obsidian, Sage Amethyst, Silver Leaf Jasper, Dragon Blood, Onyx, Indian Agate 

CHAKRAS:  Root, Solar, subtle Heart

ELEMENTS:  Earth with a Fire spark

MUSICAL: D, F; low cello drones; bassoon; slow temple drums; wooden percussion  

PERFUME NOTE:  Base, fixative

ASTROLOGICAL: Capricorn, Taurus, Saturn, Mars

ENERGY TYPE:  4; Energetically it sits between wood and resin archetypes—grounding like a tree trunk yet protective like a sacred balm. Gurjun energy moves downward into the root chakra. Spreads outward like tree roots. Forms a protective field around the body.

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS: Patience, endurance, grounded awareness, steadfast reliability 

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  physically exhausted, emotionally vulnerable or grief held in the chest, overwhelmed.  

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: dry, inflamed, or irritated skin; useful addition to salves and serums for chronic skin concerns; stimulate tissue repair; treatment of muscular and joint discomfort; may help loosen mucus, ease congestion, and calm coughs.

PROPERTIES:  Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti fungal

CONSTITUENTS:  Sesquiterpenes (91.31%) Oxides (2.69%)

Sesquiterpenols (1.51%) Ketones (0.60%)

Aliphatic Aldehydes (0.29%)

BLENDS WITH:   Pairs exceptionally well with other resinous oils  such as Frankincense and Myrrh, or floral oils like Lavender.

BLENDS:  Warrior Guardian

ARCHETYPES:  FOREST SENTINEL, SHIELD BEARER, STOIC GUARDIAN, QUIET PROTECTOR 

PERSONALITY:

+Drawn to vocations like Forest Ranger, Security guard, Wildlife Enforcement Officer, Ski Patrol. 

+Calm and dependable.

+Not talkative but deeply observant.

+Protective of those they care for.

+They offer stability simply by being present.

+Stand firm without aggression; quiet and immovable rather than forceful.

-If negative they may become rigid, emotionally withdrawn and resistant to change.

Nutmeg

 Mysterica fragrans-steam distilled from the worm eaten seed of the a fleshy red fruit. It is warm, spicy, slightly sweet, and gently woody. Similar to the cooking spice, but richer and more fragrant. Derived from the evergreen tree capable of growing 20 meters in height. The exterior husk is dried and produces Mace essential oil.

 

CAUTIONS:  Nutmeg essential oil is potent and stimulating: Use at low dilution (0.5–1%). Avoid high doses (can be toxic in excess). Avoid during pregnancy.

CHARACTER: “Vital Courage” “Inner fire” motivating without being explosive.  Passionate. Spark of motivation and creative ignition, but with a grounded warmth rather than fiery aggression. Encourager and Catalyst.

 When energy has become sluggish or stagnant, says:

“Let’s get things moving again.”

ETHERIC COLORS: Red, Copper-Orange, Yellow, Teal, Purple, Amber-Gold

CHAKRA:  Solar, Sacral, Root 

ELEMENT:  Fire, Earth

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle/Top  

ASTRO:   Sagittarius, Leo, Jupiter 

GEMS/CRYSTALS: Carnelian, Red Jasper, Garnet, Citrine, Tiger Eye, Pyrite, Smoky Quartz, Chrysoprase, Tourmaline, Indigo Gabbro, Pietersite, Red Aventurine, Dragon Blood Jasper, Onyx, Lapis Lazuli, Obsidian

MUSICAL: E, B; Lively viola strokes; rhythmic hand drums; warm brass instruments; upbeat baroque strings.

ENERGY TYPE: 3, 1

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Monoterpenes  

  

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: reigniting enthusiasm, stimulating creative action and productive momentum.

 

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: scattered thoughts, warming emotional coldness, overcoming procrastination

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Arthritis, constipation, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism, slow digestion, congestion, helps circulation, digestive problems, impotence. 

PROPERTIES:  Analgesic, antiseptic, stimulant, tonic.

BLENDS CONTAINING: 

Vanilla Pie Spice, Navajo Mountain, Emerald Pool, Caldera, Five Powers, Spurs, Grand Staircase, Obsidian,    

 

Blends well with OAKMOSS, BAY, PERU BALSAM, ORANGE, GERANIUM, CLARY SAGE, ROSEMARY, LIME, PETITGRAIN, MANDARIN, CORIANDER & other spices.

Mainly monoterpene hydrocarbons, Terpinen-4-ol, Pinene, Sabinene, Cineole, Camphene, Limonene, Myristicin, Alpha Terpenene, dipentene, cymene, geraniol, borneol, linalool.

ARCHETYPES:  ADVENTURER, MERCHANT, MOTIVATOR, FIRESTARTER, WARM HOST, NURSE

PERSONALITY:

+ Intense dreamer (in color)

+Walks into a room with quiet warmth.  Traveler who brings exotic ideas.

+Lively mentor and warm storyteller.

 +Has entrepreneurial energy.

 +Motivates others through enthusiasm.  The friend who encourages you to try again.

 +Thinks big but acts practically.

 +Enjoys sensual pleasures of life.

+optimistic, stimulating, warmhearted, slightly mischievous,

intellectually curious

+ Lots of movement, conversation, ideas, and exploration.

 “Spark the fire and move forward.”

-If negative, Can be intense when over-stimulated

-Can be impatient and seem “scattered.”