Common Oils There are so many essential oils on the market today that even experienced users can be overwhelmed by the selection. Fortunately, most aromatherapy products such as candles, hair and body products, and vaporizers all utilize a few basic essential oils. For the most part, these oils can be found in almost any health food store. And because candle making has become a popular pastime, you may even find many of these oils in candle shops. Whether you choose to incorporate essential oils into skin and hair products, cooking, or candle making, familiarity with the most commonly used oils will allow you to make informed, safe decisions when selecting your essential oils. Try adding a tiny drop of cinnamon or vanilla essential oil to a favorite dessert or hot drink and taste the difference! Keep in mind that consumable essential oils must always be diluted. Consumption of undiluted oils can cause severe reactions. Calming/Refreshing The fragrance of these oils is soothing and revitalizing. Mix and match the following essential oils in your candle recipes and enjoy the results as you meditate in calming candlelight. Sandalwood, geranium, orange, tangerine, lemongrass, lemon, fir needles, bergamot, clary sage, frankincense, myrrh, (consumable), and lavender (consumable). Romantic Arouse your senses with a candle scented with one or more of the essential oils listed below. You may find that some are aphrodisiacs! Ylang ylang, grapefruit, jasmine, rose, sandalwood, cedarwood, patchouli, sweet lavender, and vanilla (consumable). Warming/Cheering What could be more enjoyable than cozying down with a hot cup of tea, a good book, and a cinnamon candle? Try adding a drop of the oil to an unscented candle to give your house a warm lift. Sandlewood, ylang ylang, orange, bergamot, sweet lavender, sage (consumable), and cinnamon (consumable). Clarifying/Energizing For a real pick-me-up, try combining a few of the oils below in a candle or oil ring. The fragrance will clear your senses and give you that extra boost at the end of a busy day. Grapefruit, eucalyptus, spruce, tea tree, thyme, citronella, hyssop, frankincense, rosemary (consumable), nutmeg (consumable), basil (consumable), allspice berry (consumable), lemon (consumable), lime (consumable), peppermint (consumable), and clove (consumable). Relaxing/Stress Relief Loosen your tired muscles and let go of everyday hassles by adding two drops of lavender oil to warm bath water. After a long soak, you feel relaxed and ready to go! Geranium, lemon, bergamot, cedarwood, ylang ylang, clary sage, chamomile, patchouli, angelica, birch, cypress, eucalyptus, juniperberry, marjoram, sage (consumable), ginger (consumable), cinnamon (consumable), lavender (consumable), and nutmeg (consumable). Note: If you are unsure as to whether a particular oil is safe to use, please refer to our Safety page for more information.