Technical data
- Product Name: Osmanthus Absolute
- Latin name: Osmanthus fragrans
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
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- CAS: 68917-05-5
Features
- Scent: Sweet apricot and ripe peach over a soft tea-leaf greenness, with leathery floral undertones and a warm honeyed drydown.
- Scent type: Flowers
- Note: Middle to base
- Color: Deep golden-amber to dark brown
- Viscosity: Thick, viscous, semi-solid at room temperature
Blends with
Apricot Twilight
Purpose
- A romantic diffuser blend for slow evenings at home.
- Recipe
2 drops Osmanthus Absolute, 2 drops bergamot, 1 drop sandalwood in an ultrasonic diffuser.
Silk Skin Elixir
Purpose
- A luxurious 1% facial oil for a glowing, sensorial ritual.
- Recipe
30 ml jojoba oil, 3 drops Osmanthus Absolute, 2 drops rose, 1 drop frankincense.
Dillution guideline
- Recommended skin dilution: 0.1–1% in a carrier oil such as jojoba or argan.
- 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. For older children, consult a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and nursing unless guided by a qualified professional.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms with an exit available to pets.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat. The absolute may thicken when cool — warm gently in the hand before use.
