Zdravets Total CO₂ Extract (Geranium Macrorrhizum)

Zdravets Total CO₂ Extract (Geranium Macrorrhizum)

From the wild green slopes of Bulgaria’s mountains comes one of the most treasured aromatic botanicals — Zdravets, meaning “health” or “well-being” in Bulgarian.

Its name embodies its power: Geranium Macrorrhizum has been used for centuries as a symbol of longevity, prosperity, and love, woven into local rituals and carried as a charm for good fortune.

The CO₂-extracted of Zdravets flowers captures this heritage in its purest form. It is a deep green-amber essence, rich, elegant, and earthy-floral, bridging the freshness of geranium with the grounded warmth of oakmoss and amber.

Unlike traditional distillation, CO₂ extraction preserves delicate floral esters, sesquiterpenes, and natural fixatives, producing an oil that is smoother, longer-lasting, and closer to the living scent of the plant.

Zdravets grows wild and abundantly in the Bulgarian mountains, requiring no fertilizers or irrigation. Ethical producers harvest the aerial parts and flowers manually, allowing natural regeneration.

CO₂ extraction uses pressurized carbon dioxide as a solvent, ensuring zero toxic residues and minimal environmental impact. This technique preserves both volatile and non-volatile fractions, producing a full-spectrum extract closer to the original flower scent.

The result: a sustainable, eco-luxury ingredient with outstanding aromatic fidelity and purity.

Specifications of Zdravets Total CO₂ Extract

• Botanical Name: Geranium Macrorrhizum.
• Family Name: Geraniaceae.
• Common Name: Zdravets (Bulgarian Geranium / True Geranium).
• INCI: Geranium Macrorrhizum Flower Extract.
• Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂ extraction.
• Parts Used: Aerial parts — fresh leaves.
• Odor / Scent: Green-floral and earthy/mossy; elegant “true geranium” character with a grounding, oakmoss/amber-like depth; valued as a fixative.
• Note: Middle-to-base (fixative-style depth).
• Appearance: Deep green-amber to green-brown; very thick / waxy material; can be solid at room temperature.
• Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
• Solubility: Soluble in fats/oils and alcohol; water solubility can be slight depending on the extract grade.

Aromatic Profile

Aroma and Olfactory Profile:

Zdravets CO₂ extract offers a complex, multifaceted fragrance that evolves beautifully on skin and blends.

Top Notes: fresh green, leafy, with a light rosy-mint nuance

Heart Notes: sweet, floral-herbal, reminiscent of geranium and violet leaf

Base Notes: warm, mossy, balsamic, with a subtle animalic undertone

Its aroma is grounding and sensual — combining floral freshness with forest depth.

In perfumery, it is often described as “where forest meets flower”, making it a perfect natural base for masculine, unisex, and chypre compositions.

Typical chemical constituents include:

The unique chemistry of Geranium macrorrhizum CO₂ extract sets it apart from other geraniums. It typically contains:

• Guaiazulene (blue-green anti-inflammatory pigment)
• Germacrone
• β-Caryophyllene
• Linalool
• Geraniol
• Citronellol
• Elemol
• α-Humulene
• Sesquiterpene ketones and lactones

This complex matrix contributes to Zdravets anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and grounding aromatic profile, with notable fixative power for perfumery and cosmetic blends.

Composition & Formulation

Formulation Notes

• Use at a level appropriate to the finished formulation
• Introduce gradually during formulation trials
• Store tightly closed away from heat, light and air

Applications

Therapeutic Benefits

Balancing & Hormonal Support Gently harmonizes mood and hormonal equilibrium, especially beneficial for women’s wellness blends.

Anti-inflammatory & Regenerative Soothes skin irritation, promotes healing, and supports mature skin vitality.

Aphrodisiac & Emotional Grounding Deeply relaxing yet sensual; enhances confidence and emotional stability.

Antioxidant & Tonic Protects skin from oxidative stress; supports collagen health.

Natural Fixative Enhances longevity and depth of perfume compositions.

Uses in Perfumery

Zdravets acts as both a fixative and modifier, bridging top and base notes with exceptional smoothness.

It enhances floral, woody, chypre, and amber accords — harmonizing beautifully with vetiver, labdanum, sandalwood, patchouli, rose, jasmine, oakmoss, and benzoin.

Skincare

Zdravets CO₂ extract is highly valued for its regenerative, purifying, and toning effects.

It is suitable for mature, oily, or sensitive skin types and can be added to creams, facial oils, and balms at concentrations of 0.2–1%.

Its natural green-amber hue gives formulations a rich tone, while its scent lends sophistication and harmony.

Aromatherapy & Emotional Care

Diffused or diluted in massage oils, Zdravets relaxes the nervous system and encourages emotional balance. It’s an excellent aid for meditation and deep breathing practices.

Energetically, Zdravets symbolizes love, fidelity, and grounded vitality, aligning the heart and root chakras. It brings emotional calm, courage, and resilience — a scent of inner balance and peace.

In Bulgarian tradition, Zdravets is woven into wedding crowns and newborn celebrations a blessing of health, fertility, and enduring love.

Its fragrance evokes stability and harmony, symbolizing the bond between earth and emotion.

In aromatherapy, it’s considered an oil of “quiet strength” — for those seeking emotional grounding and heart-centered clarity.

It helps dispel fatigue, anxiety, and confusion, guiding the mind toward peace and focus.

Safety

• Always patch test before topical use.
• Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
• Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
• Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
• Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.

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