Osmanthus Absolute Oil

Osmanthus absolute oil is a precious and rare aromatic extract derived from the flowers of Osmanthus fragrans, a small evergreen tree or shrub native to Asia, particularly China.

Remember to always use Osmanthus absolute oil sparingly due to its potency and high cost. 

Identification

• Botanical Name: Osmanthus fragrans
• INCI Name: Osmanthus Fragrans (Osmanthus) Flower Extract
• CAS Number: 68917-05-5
• Extraction Method: Solvent extraction (hexane-free organic extraction)
• Plant Part: Flowers
• Origin: China
• Aroma: Intensely rich, sweet, fruity-floral with apricot and peach notes, slight leathery and green undertones
• Color: Pale brown, slightly viscous mobile liquid

Traditional Uses

Osmanthus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its antioxidant, antirheumatic, and antibacterial properties. 

It is also commonly used as a flavoring agent in teas and as a fragrance in perfumery.

Aromatherapy and Skincare Benefits

While not widely used in aromatherapy due to its cost and limited research, Osmanthus absolute is believed to have the following properties:

• Emotional: Soothing, comforting, uplifting; may inspire feelings of happiness and joy
• Skincare: Nourishing, softening; may help with skin ailments due to its astringent, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties
• Energy: Cleansing and uplifting; may help reduce tension and situational depression

Perfumery Uses

Osmanthus absolute is highly valued in perfumery for its unique and complex aroma profile:

• Serves as a sumptuous note in perfume blends
• Can be used as a standalone perfume in very small quantities
• Adds a subtle floral note suitable for all seasons
• Blends well with other florals, fruits, and woody notes
• Provides depth and complexity to fragrances

How to Use in Perfumery

1. Use sparingly due to its potency - typically 0.1-1% in fine fragrances
2. Combine with complementary notes like peach, apricot, jasmine, or leather
3. Use as a heart or base note in floral-oriental compositions
4. Experiment with small amounts in fruity or gourmand fragrances for added depth

Recipes

1. Osmanthus Luxury Perfume

• 2 drops Osmanthus absolute
• 5 drops Jasmine absolute
• 3 drops Vanilla CO2 extract
• 2 drops Sandalwood essential oil
• 10 ml Jojoba oil

Blend all ingredients in a glass roller bottle. Allow to mature for at least 2 weeks before use.

2. Osmanthus Skin Nourishing Oil

• 1 drop Osmanthus absolute
• 3 drops Lavender essential oil
• 2 drops Frankincense essential oil
• 30 ml Rosehip seed oil

Mix all ingredients in a dark glass bottle. Apply a small amount to cleansed skin as a nourishing treatment.

3. Osmanthus Uplifting Diffuser Blend

• 1 drop Osmanthus absolute
• 3 drops Bergamot essential oil
• 2 drops Sweet Orange essential oil
• 1 drop Ylang Ylang essential oil

Add to your diffuser with the appropriate amount of water for an uplifting and joyful aroma.

These recipes can be adjusted based on personal preference and skin sensitivity.

• Keep away from children
• May contain allergens: Isoeugenol, Linalool, Geraniol, Eugenol, Benzyl salicylate, Benzyl alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene
• Always dilute properly before use
• Perform a patch test before applying to skin