Bio Elderberry Seed Oil Ultrasonically Infused with Palo Santo Resin

Specifications

• Product type: Resin-infused botanical oil
• Botanical materials: Sambucus nigra seed oil and Bursera graveolens resin
• Botanical families: Viburnaceae for Sambucus nigra in Kew’s current treatment (often listed as Adoxaceae in supplier documentation); Burseraceae for Bursera graveolens
• Parts used: Elderberry seed and Palo Santo resin
• Method: Ultrasonic maceration / infusion
• Supplier-listed ingredient naming: Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil and Bursera Graveolens Resin Extract
• Appearance: Liquid; natural resin sediment or slight cloudiness may occur
• Aromatic character: Warm Palo Santo; resinous, citrus-woody, balsamic, slightly sweet and softly smoky, over a mild nutty oil base
• Manufacturing origin: United States; the origin and provenance of the supplied resin batch are not stated in the product description
• Leave-on skincare guidance: Maximum 2% under the current product guidance
• Documentation: Confirm regulatory ingredient naming, composition, provenance and batch origin against the current COA and SDS

Aromatic Profile

Warm Palo Santo resin carried by a mild, nutty elderberry oil base. The profile is luminous and woody rather than a frankincense aroma.

• Dominant notes: Resinous, citrus-woody and balsamic
• Supporting notes: Earthy and slightly sweet
• Nuance: Softly smoky
• Overall impression: Warm, aromatic and ritual-inspired

Formulation & Chemistry

The client description identifies naturally occurring fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols and unsaponifiable compounds in the elderberry seed oil base.

The finished infusion is described as oil-soluble / oil-dispersible and is best suited to anhydrous products or the oil phase of emulsions. Natural sediment or slight cloudiness may occur depending on resin concentration, filtration and the infusion process.

No batch-specific resin markers or quantitative composition are supplied here. Constituents reported for raw Palo Santo materials or essential oil should not be assumed to occur at the same levels in this finished oil infusion.

Formulation Guidance

• Use at no more than 2% in leave-on skincare under the current product guidance.
• Check clarity, sediment, colour and aroma stability in the intended oil phase.
• Do not make therapeutic or energetic claims from traditional Palo Santo associations.
• Use the current COA, SDS and any available analytical data for batch-specific decisions.

Applications

Facial and Body Care

For facial oils, body oils, balms, serums and other anhydrous products requiring a silky skin feel and a warm Palo Santo identity.

Massage and Ritual-Inspired Oils

For massage blends and sensory ritual products centred on the resin’s aroma. Traditional uses should not be presented as proven cosmetic or therapeutic effects.

Natural Perfumery

For oil-based perfume compositions requiring a warm, citrus-woody, balsamic and softly smoky base.

Hair and Scalp Oils

For oil-based hair or scalp formulations at the documented dilution, after compatibility and user testing.

Incense-Related Formulation

Use only in compatible formulated incense or ritual formats; this oil infusion is not presented as a direct-burn resin.

Safety

Always patch test the finished formulation before topical use.

• For external use only.
• For leave-on skincare, do not exceed 2% under the current product guidance.
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Do not ingest. Do not burn, heat or diffuse unless the finished format has been specifically designed and tested for that use.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding users, young children and highly sensitive users should seek advice from a qualified professional before use.
• Require traceable botanical identity, provenance and responsible-sourcing documentation for the Bursera graveolens resin.
• Protect from heat, direct light and oxidation; use suitable airtight packaging.
• Review the current batch COA and SDS, and complete stability, compatibility and safety testing for the finished product.