Bio Elderberry Seed Oil Ultrasonically Infused with Labdanum Resin and Black Tea Leaves

Specifications

• Base oil: Elderberry — Sambucus nigra — family Viburnaceae in Kew’s current treatment; often listed as Adoxaceae in supplier documentation — seed oil.
• Resin: Labdanum — Cistus ladanifer — family Cistaceae — resin.
• Botanical leaf material: Black Tea — Camellia sinensis — family Theaceae — leaves.
• Ingredient naming supplied by the producer: Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil, Cistus Ladanifer Resin Extract and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract. Confirm the exact market-compliant INCI wording in current supplier documentation.
• Process: ultrasonic maceration/infusion.
• Appearance: liquid oil.
• Country of origin stated by the producer: United States.

Aromatic Profile

A sophisticated amber-tea profile combining resinous warmth with the drier facets of black tea.

• Opening: dry tea leaf and soft floral nuances.
• Heart: earthy, smoky and subtly woody.
• Dry-down: warm labdanum, balsam, amber and a lightly leathery impression.
• Overall effect: deep, elegant and less overtly sweet than a simple labdanum profile.

Composition & Formulation Notes

This is a multi-botanical infusion in elderberry seed oil. The producer does not state the infusion ratios or provide a quantified, batch-specific constituent profile in the product description.

• Do not transfer the expected chemistry of labdanum absolute, raw resin, tea extracts or brewed black tea directly to this infused fixed oil.
• The words tannic and smoky describe the supplied odour profile; they do not establish measured tannin, caffeine or volatile-compound levels.
• The existing information contains broad carrier-oil use ranges but also a 2% leave-on restriction; use the conservative 2% maximum until the supplier confirms otherwise.
• Use the batch COA, SDS and applicable allergen or IFRA documentation, and test stability, odour and colour in the finished formula.

Applications

• Facial, body and massage oils at a level appropriate to the finished formula.
• Hair and scalp oils.
• Balms, butters and other anhydrous cosmetic products.
• Perfume oils and natural fragrance bases.
• Aromatic spa or ritual beauty formulations where a warm amber-tea character is desired.

These are formulation uses, not therapeutic claims. Confirm suitability, stability and regulatory requirements for the intended market and finished product.

Safety

Always patch test before topical use.

• For external use only.
• For leave-on products, do not exceed 2% unless current supplier documentation supports a different limit.
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Review the batch SDS, allergen declaration and applicable IFRA documentation; resin-derived aromatic materials may be sensitising for some users.
• Seek qualified guidance for use during pregnancy, with young children or on highly sensitive skin.
• Store tightly closed in light-protective packaging, away from heat and moisture.