Glossary

A curated guide to the botanical ingredients used in Poet Botanicals blends. Each therapeutic grade essential oil has been selected for its aromatic profile and therapeutic qualities, supporting rituals of rest, recovery, and renewal.

Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)

Aroma Family: Resinous
Note: Base
Aroma: Warm, balsamic, slightly citrus
Benefits: Grounding, calming, supports deep breathing, meditation

Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis)

Aroma Family: Citrus
Note: Top
Aroma: Bright, juicy, sweet
Benefits: Uplifting, mood-enhancing, gently calming

New Zealand Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Aroma Family: Floral / Herbaceous
Note: Middle
Aroma: Soft, herbaceous, floral
Benefits: Calming, sleep-supportive, restorative

Jasmine (Jasminum grandiflorum)

Aroma Family: Floral
Note: Middle–Base
Aroma: Rich, exotic, intensely floral
Benefits: Mood-lifting, nurturing, emotionally balancing

Mandarin (Citrus reticulata)

Aroma Family: Citrus
Note: Top
Aroma: Sweet, soft, fresh citrus
Benefits: Soothing, calming, supports nervous system

Rose Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)

Aroma Family: Floral / Green
Note: Middle
Aroma: Fresh, rosy, slightly green
Benefits: Balancing, uplifting, skin-supportive
Tags: balance, skin, mood

Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)

Aroma Family: Woody / Earthy
Note: Base
Aroma: Deep, earthy, musky
Benefits: Grounding, emotionally stabilising

Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)

Aroma Family: Citrus / Floral
Note: Top–Middle
Aroma: Fresh, slightly floral citrus
Benefits: Uplifting yet calming, reduces tension

Cedarwood Virginian (Juniperus virginiana)

Aroma Family: Woody
Note: Base
Aroma: Dry, warm, woody
Benefits: Grounding, calming, supports focus

Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides)

Aroma Family: Woody / Earthy
Note: Base
Aroma: Deep, smoky, earthy
Benefits: Nervous system support, relaxation, sleep

Black Spruce (Picea mariana)

Aroma Family: Fresh / Woody
Note: Top–Middle
Aroma: Crisp, forest-like, green
Benefits: Muscle recovery, respiratory support, resilience

Fir Needle (Abies sibirica)

Aroma Family: Fresh / Woody
Note: Top
Aroma: Clean, green, balsamic
Benefits: Refreshing, supports clear breathing

Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)

Aroma Family: Woody / Fresh
Note: Middle
Aroma: Clean, slightly smoky, green
Benefits: Supports circulation, eases muscle tension

Yuzu (Citrus junos)

Aroma Family: Citrus
Note: Top
Aroma: Bright, complex citrus
Benefits: Uplifting, clarifying, energising

Blood Orange (Citrus sinensis)

Aroma Family: Citrus
Note: Top
Aroma: Sweet, warm citrus
Benefits: Uplifting, gently calming

May Chang (Litsea cubeba)

Aroma Family: Citrus / Fresh
Note: Top
Aroma: Sharp, lemony, bright
Benefits: Refreshing, mentally clarifying

Pink Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)

Aroma Family: Citrus
Note: Top
Aroma: Fresh, tangy, slightly bitter
Benefits: Energising, cleansing, mood-lifting