A-to-Z List Essential Oils containing Linalool
Linalool is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol, of the class monoterpene, found in many flowers and spice plants.
Linalool is present in the Lamiaceae, Lauraceae and Apiaceae plant families.
Qualities:
Linalool is used as a scent in 60% to 80% of perfumed hygiene products and cleaning agents including soaps, detergents, shampoos, and lotions. In addition, linalool is used as an insecticide against flea, fruit fly, and cockroach. It can also be used as a method of pest control for codling moths.
Common Properties:
Anticancer, Anti-hyperlipidemic, Antimicrobial, Antinoceptive, Analgesic, Anxiolytic, Antidepressive, and Neuroprotective
Safety:
Linalool can be absorbed by inhalation of its aerosol and by oral intake or skin absorption, potentially causing irritation, pain and allergic reactions.
Oils High in Linalool:
Lavandula, Cinnamomum Tamala, Cannabis Sativa, Lavender, Sweet Basil, Solidago (Goldenrod), Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort), Humulus Lupulus
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Basil
(Ocimum basilicum)
Aroma Description: Basil Essential Oil smells sweet, herbaceous and somewhat licorice-like.
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Cannabis (Hemp)
(Cannabis sativa)
Aroma Description: Hemp Essential Oil smells sharp, herbaceous, green and slightly spicy.
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Hops
(Humulus lupulus)
Aroma Description: Fresh and sweet with a somewhat sharp (bitter), earthy/herbaceous aroma.
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Lavandin, Grosso
(Lavandula X Intermedia Grosso)
Aroma Description: floral, fresh, slightly sweet, soft
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Lavender
(Lavandula angustifolia)
Aroma Description: Floral, fresh, sweet, herbaceous and sometimes slightly fruity. It can be slightly camphorous.
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Rose
(Rosa × damascena)
Aroma Description: Smells floral, sensual, and sweet with an intense, concentrated rose aroma
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