Vanilla Absolute Oil
(Vanilla planifolia Jacks. ex Andrew / Vanilla fragrans)
Product Identification
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Vanilla Bean Absolute |
| Synonyms | Vanilla essential oil, Vanilla oil, Bourbon Vanilla absolute |
| CAS Number | 8024-06-4 / 84650-63-5 |
| SKU Code | PAO2028 |
| Extraction Method | Organic ethanol extraction (hexane-free) |
| Parts Used | Beans |
| Origin | Madagascar |
| Common Names | Bourbon Vanilla oil |
| Appearance | Dark brown, thick, syrupy, viscous liquid |
| Odour Note | Base note; enveloping, deep, strong, softly sweet, suave, warm, rich, balsamic; superb fixative |
| Quality | 100% pure, organic, and whole absolute oil (undiluted) |
| Storage Condition | Store tightly closed, cool & dry, out of sunlight |
Aroma & Background
Vanilla Absolute is the ultimate comforting, warm, and “gourmet-dessert” essence for perfume and skincare.
Its aroma is deep, sweet, lush, warming, and softly balsamic, filling every creation with a sensual, cocooning luxury.
Aromatic fixative/base note for perfumery (luxury, gourmand, oriental, island, and “luscious” themes)
Comforts, uplifts, and calms — perfect for times of stress, sadness, or fatigue
Mood-lifting, soothing, appetite-stimulating
A tiny drop goes a long way!
Key Benefits & Properties
| Area | Uses & Effects |
|---|---|
| Aromatherapy | Comforting, uplifting, mood-boosting, calming, anti-depressive, anti-anxiety, sedative |
| Skin Care | Regenerating, antioxidant, purifying, boosts suppleness, nourishing for creams, balms, oils |
| Appetite | Stimulant, tonic, aids digestion when paired with aromatic diffusions |
| Fixative | Outstanding performance in blending & prolonging delicate top/middle notes in perfume |
| Bath & Body | Luxurious, aromatic, skin-loving for oils, butters, balms, and hair care |
| Culinary | Powerful, natural vanilla flavoring for desserts (small doses and strictly food-safe oil only) |
Usage & Dilution Recommendations
Vanilla absolute is very concentrated and thick. Gently warm the closed amber vial in a glass of warm water until pourable.
Use a pipette for dosing; always dilute before topical use.
| Application | Usage & Ratio | Suitability |
|---|---|---|
| Body Massage Oil | 2 drops / 10 ml carrier oil | +++ |
| Face Care | 1 drop / 20 ml cream/base | +++ |
| Lip balms/butters | 1 drop / 10–20 ml base | ++ |
| Body & Hair Care | 1 drop / 10 ml carrier; or 2–3 drops/100 ml shampoo/conditioner | +++ |
| Bath Product | 1–2 drops in 10 ml glycerine or 1 cup Epsom salts | ++ |
| Diffusion | 10 min × 3 daily, pre-diluted blends in ultrasonic diffuser | ++ |
| Perfume creation | As base note/fixative at 0.5–3% | +++ |
| Culinary | 1–2 drops per kg/L, add cold or in syrup/butter for desserts | +++ |
| Room Spray | 10 drops in 1 cup water + dispersant | ++ |
Blends Well With
Floral: Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Rose, Geranium
Citrus: Sweet Orange, Lemon, Mandarin, Bergamot, Petitgrain
Spices: Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Clove, West Indies Bay
Woody/Resinous: Sandalwood, Frankincense, Myrrh, Cedarwood
Aromatics: Lavender, Chamomile, Frankincense
Gourmand: Tonka Bean, Cocoa, Coffee
Recipe Highlights
1. Relaxing Diffuser Blend
3 drops Vanilla Absolute
3 drops Lavender
2 drops Chamomile
2. Homemade Perfume
10 drops Vanilla Absolute
5 drops Jasmine
5 drops Ylang-Ylang
2 tbsp Jojoba Oil
3. Uplifting Room Spray
10 drops Vanilla Absolute
10 drops Sweet Orange
10 drops Lemon
1 cup distilled water
4. Nourishing Body Oil
5 drops Vanilla Absolute
5 drops Frankincense
5 drops Lavender
2 tbsp Sweet Almond Oil
5. Calming Bath Soak
5 drops Vanilla Absolute
5 drops Lavender
5 drops Roman Chamomile
1 cup Epsom salts
More About Vanilla Absolute
Source: Madagascar-grown Vanilla planifolia beans, hand-pollinated, painstakingly processed from flower to matured and refined aromatic beans — a process taking 4–5 years from planting to extraction.
Extraction: Organic ethanol extraction (no hexane), yielding a thick, dark true absolute.
Traditional Use: In desserts, perfumery, and traditional wellbeing rituals.
Solubility: Dissolves in oil and ethanol, NOT in water.
Safety & Precautions
Do not use undiluted on skin — always dilute
If pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult a specialist
Keep away from children and pets; For external use unless food-grade approved for culinary application
Summary
Vanilla Absolute Oil is a time-honored, luxurious, and enveloping base note that elevates blends with sweetness, warmth, and comfort.
It soothes emotions, enhances beauty rituals, and gives an inviting, gourmet signature to everything from perfumes to desserts.