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Clary Sage Absolute (Salvia Sclarea)
Clary Sage Absolute (Salvia Sclarea)
Rich herbaceous-floral Salvia sclarea absolute for natural perfumery.
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Clary Sage Absolute
It is positioned for natural perfumery, aromatherapy and selected cosmetic applications.
At a Glance
- Botanical name: Salvia sclarea
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Material type: Absolute
- Perfumery role: Heart-to-base material with fixative character
Specifications
- Botanical name: Salvia sclarea
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Common name: Clary Sage
- Plant parts: Flowering tops / flowers
- Extraction in narrative: Supercritical CO₂ extraction
- Appearance currently entered: Brownish-green solid or waxy mass
- Solubility currently entered: Alcohol-soluble; oil compatibility may require warming or pre-dilution
Aromatic Profile
Warm, velvety and herbaceous-floral, with green freshness, hay and tea facets, a soft ambery-musky heart and woody, balsamic and faintly leathery depth.
Perfumery Character
- Note: Heart to base
- Function: Fixative-style material and bridge between fresh and warm accords
- Pairings: Lavender, bergamot, neroli, cedarwood, vetiver, patchouli, tonka, benzoin, labdanum, Roman chamomile, geranium and ylang-ylang
Formulation & Usage
Composition differs substantially between an absolute, a CO₂ extract and a steam-distilled essential oil.
- Bench-test solubility, color, odor strength and stability in the intended base.
Applications
Suggested Uses
- Natural perfumery requiring an herbaceous, ambery and musky heart-to-base note.
- Amber, tobacco, tea, floral, fougère and woody accords.
- Aromatic balms, incense, candles and soap.
Safety
- For external use only; avoid ingestion.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Patch test the finished formulation.
- Keep out of reach of children and store cool, dark and tightly closed.
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