The blending of essential oils allows you to enhance the experience by creating a harmonious mixture which resonates. There are 3 methodologies for blending oils: by note; by botanical family; and by synergy. I try to mix a blend which meets all 3. The oils I have mentioned in my last posts (lemon, lavender and sandalwood are an example of this approach). Blending by note: Piesse first categorised essential oils by note, transposing their aromas to a musical scale whereby the individual scents become a harmonious piece of music: the top notes are light, fresh and uplifting and have an immediate effect. They evaporate quickly, usually within the space of 1 to 2 hours; the middle notes form the core of the blend. They act as a fixative to bind the high notes in for longer and as a catalyst to bring on the low notes sooner; the base notes have a heavy aroma that takes longer to emerges but lingers for longer. Blending by botanical families: Oils are grouped by botanical family, and ...
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