Heart essential oils are the most important aromas in a blend. Heart, or middle essential oils, transform opposite aromas to become an entirely new blend. They bridge the heavier base notes with intensely aromatic top or head notes.

Heart notes are mostly floral essential oils and absolutes. Their scents are warm, inviting, sometimes bold and often sensual. Heart notes include floral herbs and some warming spices.

Add beginning the blend with 6 drops of base notes, add 15-18 drops of heart notes to the carrier oil or perfume alcohol. Use amber glass, 1 ounce bottle, with a tight-fitting cap.

Rose absolute is the most popular heart note. An absolute derives essential oil from solvent extraction. Alcohol is the cleanest solvent and evaporates from the essential oil.  Steam distilled rose essential oil is called Rose Otto. Rose combines well with all essential oils and can be used to correct an uninteresting blend that needs a more dominant aroma. One or 2 drops can bring fullness and "personality" to a blend. (See Antique Rose Collection online).

An acceptable, less expensive rose scent is Rose Geranium, Pelargonium graveolens. It is used with rose, or as a substitute to extend rose aroma. Rose and Rose geranium blend well with Sandalwood, Benzoin Styrax, and Labdanum. One tiny dram drop of Patchouli in a base chord will allow Rose aroma to unfold in layers of sweet, uplifting perfume.

Geranium, Pelargonium, also lends a sweet rose aroma in a blend. It is a less expensive rose extender used to help reduce fatigue and tension. Geranium blends well with Sandalwood as a base note, and Bergamot as a top note.

Jasmine absolute exudes a variety of alluring aromas: fruity, very floral and sweet. It is extensively used in the perfume industry. The long- lasting scent blends well with all essential oils. Grandiflora is the variety coveted in perfumes. Jasmine Sambac has more depth, less sweetness and a touch of spice. I use one of the essential oils derived from the orange tree as a top note. It creates a heady perfume scent.

Ylang extra, Cananga odorata, can be used as a base, heart or top note! The scent is very high and sweet, often blended with other heart notes. Dose 1 drop at a time to achieve the aroma you desire. It blends well with Rose, Jasmine, Benzoin Styrax, Peru Balsam and Bergamot, to mention only a few aromas. The cost is very affordable for this versatile essential oil.

Herbal heart notes include Tagetes lucida, Marigold Mint. We distill and offer the essential oil. To date, it is exclusive to AromaHealthTexas and available onsite. This is the last distillation of the year because winter comes within 3 weeks after the plants begin to bloom. The scent is uplifting fruity with a touch of licorice, bringing a smile to a recipient's face. We blend Marigold Mint with sweet orange and bergamot top notes. Base notes include Benzoin Styrax and Tonka bean, (available by request). 

Clary Sage, Salvia sclarea, is the sweetheart of aromatherapy. We only recommend, "green" clary because some varieties smell like dirty, wet socks. The aroma is very green, earthy and floral, a beautiful scent that is calming and balancing. Blend Clary with lavenders, Ylang extra, Geranium and Frankincense base note. Bergamot top note is used to reduce fears and nervousness.

Roman Chamomile, Anthemis Noblis is a most popular heart, known for its apple scent. It is uplifting and calming. Dose sparingly or it will dominate the scent., 1 or 2 drops in a blend. Chamomile blends well with Lavenders, Blue tansy, Labdanum, Bergamot and Clary Sage.

Lavender absolute is a thick, green, viscous liquid that is very calming. it adds depth of aroma to a blend, lasting much longer than lavender essential oil, which is a top note. The absolute is used in perfumery. Blend it with Clary Sage, Ylang extra, Roman Chamomile, Rose and Rose Geranium, Jasmine, Geranium and all Cedarwood essential oils as base notes.

Cardamom, Elettaria cardamomum, offers many odor characteristics. It is spicy, slightly sweet and warming. Undertones of Balsam and woodsy grounding notes make it versatile in blends. It can be used as a heart or top note. Citrus, Ginger root and Cinnamon bring warmth, Basils are enhancing and lavender smooths and balances Cardamom. A drop in a floral blend will an uplifting richness.

Cinnamon, Cinnamomum verum, is very warm and spicy. Then, it releases a sweetness and invigorating aroma. It is available as bark, which is stronger and leaf. Both are used in aromatherapy, as well as Cassia, another variety. Use it sparingly or it dominates the blend. A tiny dram drop can add drama and flare to floral blends.

Clove, Syzygium, is 80-90% Eugenol, offering a very warm, spicy scent. The buds produce the best essential oil. It is compatible with citrus, nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon Patchouli and Cedarwoods.

Orange Flower Absolute, Citrus sinensis, is one of the most elegant, highly delicate, fragrant floral aromas available. The citrus includes a green, herbal undertone, more extradentary than Neroli. Both originate from the same orange tree. Neroli is steam distilled and orange flower is solvent extracted. Inhaling Orange flower is so exhilarating, your eyes will pop open. The exquisite aroma blends well with Jasmine, Rose, Lavender, styrax, Labdanum, Cardamom, Sandalwood Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clary sage, Ylang and Holy Basil. this aroma will add elegance to any blend.

These and more Heart notes will define your blend and transform your aromatherapy blending experience.

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