Scent Profiles in essential oils give us an idea of how a scent will smell, and how well it will blend with other essential oils, based on their respective scent profiles. Scent profiles offer us a description of an oils scent without smelling it. Below are some commonly used scent profiles and some of the oils associated with those profiles.

Camphorous

These oils smell refreshing or cool and can be invigorating. Examples include:
Camphor, Rosemary, Sage, Spike Lavender, Eucalyptus, Ravintsara, Wintergreen and Tea Tree oils.

Citrus

These oils smell like sweet or tangy citrus fruits. Examples include: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Mandarin, and Orange Oils.

Coniferous

These oils smell like forest trees. Examples include: Cypress, Fir Needle, Siberian Fir, Pine, and Spruce Oils.

Earthy, Woodsy, Resinous

These oils smell smooth like mosey, wooded areas. Examples include:
Spikenard, Vetiver, Frankincense, Myrrh, Cedarwood, Palo Santo, Rosewood, and Sandalwood Oils.

Floral

These oils smell like flowers and gardens. Examples include: Geranium, Jasmine, Rose, Lavender, Neroli, Petitgrain, and Ylang Ylang Oils.

Herbaceous

These oils tend to smell like herbs commonly used in cooking or herbal teas. Examples include: Chamomile, Geranium, Basil, Bay, Laurel, Marjoram, and Oregano Oils.

Minty

These oils smell crisp and can be tingly to your senses. Examples include: Peppermint and Spearmint Oils.

Spicy

These oils smell warm and like mulling spices. Examples include: Cardamom, Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove Bud, Ginger, and Nutmeg Oils.