Labdanum absolute

A precious natural extract obtained from the cistus plant (rock rose) used in fine perfumery for oriental and chypre blends. It is a rich and warm essence, with balsamic, resinous, woody, animalic and leathery notes.

The Cistus (Rock rose) plant - Cistus labdaniferus var maculate - also known as 'vegetable ambergris' have a characteristic amber odor, it is considered the only plant to have amber notes similar to those of ambergris.

Odour: balsamic, rich, warm, resinous, woody, animalic, leathery
Note: base note, fixative
The absolute has leathery and amber notes that are more powerful than in the resinoid. Has a profound and very tenacious aroma.

The labdanum absolute is obtained through ethanol extraction of the labdanum resinoid (concrete).

Quality: 100% pure and natural, botanically and biochemically defined, not denatured, undiluted

INCI: Cistus ladaniferus leaf/stem extract

Botanical family: Cistaceae
Method of culture: Wildcrafted controlled
Part harvested: Leafy branches
Constituents: diterpenes labdane type, labdanolic acid and derivates

Appearance: reddish brown translucent pasty mass
Fully soluble in ethanol
General use: perfumery, aromatherapy, meditation

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Cautions:
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Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from light