Essential oils have been divided into 3 sections by current aromatherapists: "top notes", "middle notes" or "base notes" depending on their aromatic qualities.
The top note oils are the lightest, most stimulating and energizing oils and have a fresh, immediately apparent quality. They are intense, but fleeting, due to their fast evaporation rate.
The top note oils are:
Basil
Bergamot
Eucalyptus
Lemon
Lemongrass
Orange
Peppermint
Pine
The middle note oils usually form the bulk of fragrance blends; meanwhile, they are strong, lasting and potent - not as bright as the top notes, or solid as the base notes. Their fragrance emerges shortly after the top note's first impression.
The middle note oils are:
Chamomile
Fennel
Geranium
Juniper
Lavender
Nutmeg
Rosemary
Tea Tree
The base note oils are the slowest to evaporate; at the same time, their rich, heavy scents emerge slowly and linger. They form the base of the fragrance and give it staying power.
The base note oils are:
Cedarwood
Clove
Jasmine
Patchouli
Rose
Sandalwood
Vetiver
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