Coffee is one of those unmistakable aromas that we all know, and many of us love. Coffee essential oil has that distinct aroma, but with very little of the caffeine content. It’s great to throw in the diffuser as a pick-me up when energy levels are low and can add an interesting addition to natural perfumes.
Name of Oil: Coffee
Latin Binomial: Coffee arabica L.
Extraction Method: Expressed
Countries of Origin: Brazil
Scent Profile: Strong coffee scent
Parts used in distillation: Seeds
Oil Characteristics: Dark brown, medium to thick consistency, strong aroma
Cultivation: Non Sprayed
Applications
Used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of:
Mature skin and perfumery
Used in aromatherapy to help ease emotional symptoms of:
Energy boost
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Aromatherapy – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood