Technical data
- Product Name: Labdanum Absolute (Rock Rose)
- Latin name: Cistus ladaniferus
- Extraction: CO2 extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8016-26-0
Features
- Scent: Warm, sweet-balsamic, leathery and ambery with smoky, slightly animalic and honey-tobacco facets
- Scent type: Resins and balsams
- Note: Base
- Color: Dark amber to brownish-orange
- Viscosity: Very thick, sticky and resinous
Blends with
Old Library
Purpose
- A studious, contemplative diffuser blend for reading and writing.
- Recipe
3 drops Labdanum, 2 drops Cedarwood Atlas, 2 drops Bergamot, 1 drop Vetiver in diffuser
Velvet Amber
Purpose
- A sensual roll-on for skin that warms with body heat.
- Recipe
2% dilution: 12 drops total in 30 ml jojoba — 5 drops Labdanum, 4 drops Vanilla, 2 drops Sweet Orange, 1 drop Rose Absolute
Dillution guideline
- Use at 1-2% dilution in a carrier oil such as jojoba or argan for topical application.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Not recommended for children under 6; consult a qualified aromatherapist for older children.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless guided by a qualified professional.
- Pets
Keep diffusion areas ventilated and out of reach of pets, especially cats and birds.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight; thick consistency may require gentle warming before use.
