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Sweet Basil Leaf CO₂ Wax (Ocimum basilicum)
Sweet Basil Leaf CO₂ Wax (Ocimum basilicum)
Basil Leaf CO₂ wax (Ocimum basilicum). Fresh, spicy-green aroma with antioxidant and balancing benefits for skincare and aromatherapy.
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Sweet Basil Leaf CO₂ Wax (Ocimum basilicum)
A botanical wax featuring Ocimum basilicum for anhydrous cosmetic and fragrance formulations.
At a Glance
- Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
- Product type: Botanical wax
Specifications of Sweet Basil Leaf CO₂ Wax
- Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
- Family Name: Lamiaceae
- Common Name: Sweet Basil
- INCI: Ocimum basilicum Wax
- Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂ (wax fraction)
- Parts Used: Leaves
- Note: Base. Fixative in perfumery
- Scent: Floral, with undertone dark cherry and plum
- Appearance: Solid Wax
- Country of Origin: Bulgaria
- Recommended Usage Levels: 60–70 °C (140–158 °F)
- Melting Point: 60–70 °C (140–158 °F)
- Solubility: Soluble in oils, alcohol, and butters; insoluble in water
Aromatic Profile
The scent of Basil CO₂ Wax is fresh, spicy, and green, with a sweet floral trace and a touch of licorice warmth. Its complexity is elegant and layered—opening with bright herbal notes, moving into a soft clove and anise heart, and settling into a warm, balsamic dry-down.
Compared to steam-distilled basil oil, the CO₂ wax is deeper, rounder, and less sharp, with a beautiful creamy character.
It blends harmoniously with:
- Citrus oils: lemon, bergamot, and sweet orange.
- Floral oils: lavender, rose, and geranium.
- Wood and resin bases: frankincense, cedarwood, and sandalwood.
In perfumery, it serves as a middle-to-base note, adding warmth, brightness, and complexity to herbal, fougère, and chypre compositions. It also functions as a natural fixative, stabilizing delicate top notes and extending the longevity of blends.
Composition & Formulation
Formulation Notes
- Melt gently into the oil phase of anhydrous formulations
- Use to add structure and botanical character
- Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place
Applications
- Solid perfumes and compatible aromatic wax or oil bases
- Balms and anhydrous cosmetic preparations where a waxy texture is desired
- Incorporate gradually using controlled heat appropriate to the formula
Safety
- Use only in an appropriately assessed finished formulation; patch test before topical use.
- Store in a cool, dark environment to prevent oxidation.
- Melts easily in a double boiler; avoid direct flame heating.
- Shelf life: 2–3 years when stored properly.
- For external use only.
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