Sensuous Satiables AromaTherapy Gift Shop
Gift shop established in the mid-1990s specializing in over 600 essential aromatherapy and fragrance oils, oil warmers, organic skin care, and custom-blended creams and butters.
Overview
Sensuous Satiables AromaTherapy Gift Shop is an independent aromatherapy and gift retailer operating on Thurston Road in Rochester, NY's 19th Ward neighborhood. The shop has been in business since 1996, offering a curated selection of all-natural, alcohol-free aromatherapy oils, body care products, and home fragrance items. Located along the commercial stretch sometimes referred to as Thurston Village, the store serves both walk-in customers and ships products nationally.
What They Offer
The shop carries a large inventory of fragrance and essential oils — with hundreds of varieties available for women, men, and unisex options. Oils are extracted from fruits, flowers, and herbs and can be used on their own or blended into soaps, gels, and lotions. Additional product lines include:
- Carrier oils such as sunflower seed, avocado seed, and sweet almond oil
- Oil warmers and incense for home use
- Bath gels and body lotions
- Natural hair care products
- Organic skin care items including custom-blended creams and butters
The store also offers custom fragrance creation, allowing customers to work with staff to develop personalized scent blends. Aromatherapy classes are available as well for those looking to learn more about working with essential oils.
Known For
Sensuous Satiables has built a three-decade presence in Rochester's 19th Ward as a destination for natural, alcohol-free aromatherapy products. The shop's emphasis on family- and pet-safe formulations sets it apart from conventional fragrance retailers. Its custom blending service and the sheer breadth of its oil selection — spanning essential oils, designer-inspired fragrances, and carrier oils — have made it a neighborhood fixture on Thurston Road.
Location & Neighborhood
The shop sits on Thurston Road in the 19th Ward, a residential neighborhood in southwest Rochester. Thurston Road serves as the primary commercial corridor for the area, lined with locally owned businesses and sometimes called Thurston Village. The stretch runs roughly between Ravenwood Avenue and Brooks Avenue. Street parking is available along Thurston Road, and the shop welcomes walk-in visitors. The 19th Ward is one of Rochester's most diverse neighborhoods, situated near Chili Avenue and accessible from several main routes through the city's southwest side.
Sources used in compiling this entry
19thwardrochesterneighborhood.org·loc8nearme.com·rocwiki.org·sensuoussatiables.com
Last updated May 15, 2026