Relaxing Massage Oil

AjowanAjowan

Ajowan (also called ajwain) is a small, warm seed with a thyme-like, slightly peppery scent. In Maroma formulas it adds a bright kitchen-herb character that feels clean, familiar, and a little spicy.

• Lifts a blend with a warm, herbal snap
• Pairs well with citrus, woods, and other kitchen botanicals
• Gives cleansing and home-care formulas a fresh, lived-in aroma

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

ApricotPrunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil

Apricot kernel oil is a light, peachy oil used to soften skin. It absorbs quickly and suits face and body formulas that should not feel heavy.

• Leaves skin feeling smooth and comfortable
• A lighter alternative to richer butters
• Works well in everyday moisturisers and oils

Scent profile Light, softly peachy

A quick-absorbing oil for face and body formulas that should not feel heavy.

BlackpepperBlack Pepper

Black pepper is a dry, sparkling spice used in traces to wake up a woody or citrus blend.

• Adds bite without sweetness
• A modern cologne accent
• Best beside cedarwood, grapefruit, and vetiver

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

CinnamonCinnamon

Cinnamon and cassia are warm bark spices. Maroma uses them carefully for a dry, festive heat in home and body blends.

• A comforting winter spice note
• Warms vanilla, orange, and wood
• Used lightly so the blend stays wearable

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

CloveClove

Clove is a warm, spicy bud used sparingly. In Maroma it appears in protective and festive blends.

• Adds depth and a hint of spice
• Used in sachets and seasonal home care
• Best in small amounts beside woods and citrus

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

EucalyptusEucalyptus

Eucalyptus is a camphor-cool leaf oil. It opens the air in a room and keeps outdoor and linen blends feeling clean.

• A clear, waking freshness
• Used in sachets and home care
• Pairs with mint, pine, and lemon

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

GingerGinger

Ginger and ginger grass add a warm, lemony-spice snap. They keep a blend moving and a little fiery.

• A waking spice top note
• Lifts heavier woods and resins
• Suits daytime body and home care

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

GrapeseedGrapeseed

Grapeseed oil is a very light, almost dry oil. It is used when a formula should soften skin and then disappear.

• A fast-absorbing daily oil
• Suits combination or warmer climates
• A quiet carrier that does not mask other botanicals

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

Juniper BerryJuniper Berry

Juniper berry is a gin-bright, peppery evergreen. It keeps men's and outdoor blends dry and lifted.

• A clean, slightly spicy top note
• Cuts through heavier woods
• Suits cologne and sachet formulas

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

LemongrassLemongrass

Lemongrass is a tall tropical grass with a lemony, slightly green scent. It is one of Maroma's most used notes for clean, outdoor freshness.

• Keeps a blend bright and airy
• A natural fit for insect-aware and outdoor care
• Pairs with mint, cedarwood, and citrus

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

RosemaryRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Rosemary is a camphor-green herb used in hair and body rituals. It smells like a Mediterranean garden after rain.

• Freshens the scalp and hair-care formulas
• Adds a waking herbal note
• Pairs with mint, lemon, and cedarwood

Scent profile Camphoraceous herbal, clean

A classic hair and body herbal note.

SesameSesame

Sesame oil is a warm, nutty oil used in traditional Indian body rituals. Maroma uses it as a nourishing carrier.

• Softens and conditions skin
• A classic oil for massage and daily anointing
• Carries spice and wood notes beautifully

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

SunflowerSunflower

Sunflower oil is a light, everyday carrier. It is used when a formula needs a simple, comfortable plant oil.

• A mild, widely tolerated base oil
• Softens without a strong scent of its own
• Suits lotions, soaps, and baby-leaning care

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.

WheatgermWheatgerm

Wheatgerm oil is a rich, vitamin-forward oil used in small amounts to nourish dry skin.

• Adds density to a body oil
• A traditional nourishing carrier
• Best blended with lighter oils

Scent profile Used for texture, care, and botanical character.