Vanilla is a well known, and well loved substance in both the culinary and scenting industries. Used in baking and cooking, as well as perfumery and candle making, vanilla is a versatile aroma that blends well with many other aromas. Used in aromatherapy for easing nervous conditions and helping one to relax.
Name of Oil:Â Â Vanilla Oleoresin
Latin Binomial:Â Â Vanilla planifolia
Extraction Method:Â Â Solvent
Countries of Origin:Â Â Madagascar
Scent Profile:Â Â Sweet, rich, warm
Parts used in distillation:Â Â Beans, seeds
Oil Characteristics:Â Â Dark brown, thick, strong aroma
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
The Complete Book of Essential Oils &Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer PeaceRhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood