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Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ Extract (Piper nigrum)
Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ Extract (Piper nigrum)
A refined CO₂-extracted wax from Piper nigrum fruits, delivering a warm, dry-spicy aroma with resinous depth, excellent fixative properties, and versatile performance for luxury perfumery and botanical skincare.
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Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ Extract is a concentrated, aromatic botanical wax obtained from the dried fruits of Piper nigrum using supercritical CO₂ extraction. This solvent-free technology preserves the integrity of the pepper’s aromatic profile while capturing the natural waxes, oleoresins, and lipophilic constituents present in the fruit. The result is a clean, full-spectrum wax that expresses black pepper with remarkable warmth, depth, and sophistication.
While black pepper essential oil is valued for its sharp, volatile spice character, the CO₂ wax extract offers a rounder, richer, and longer-lasting expression. It softens the initial sharpness and reveals resinous, woody, and subtly smoky facets that are highly sought after in fine perfumery, solid fragrances, and advanced botanical skincare. This wax form provides both olfactory impact and functional structure, making it a versatile ingredient across multiple formulation types.
Specifications of Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ Extract
- Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
- Family Name: Piperaceae
- Common Name: Black pepper
- INCI: Piper Nigrum Fruit Extract
- Part Used: Fruits
- Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂ extraction
- Note: Base
- Scent: Warm, dry-spicy, and resinous, opening with a familiar peppery brightness that quickly deepens into woody and balsamic nuances
- Appearance: Solid wax
- Country of Origin: Bulgaria
- Recommended Usage Levels: 2% – 10%
- Melting Point: 50–60°C
- Solubility: Soluble in oils, alcohol, and butters; insoluble in water.
Aromatic Profile
The aroma of Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ is warm, dry-spicy, and resinous, opening with a familiar peppery brightness that quickly deepens into woody and balsamic nuances. Subtle notes of clove, cedar shavings, and faint smoky undertones add complexity, while a gentle sweetness rounds the composition. Compared to steam-distilled black pepper oil, the wax is less piercing and more persistent, with a smooth diffusion that lingers on the skin.
- A warm spicy heart-to-base note
- A natural fixative that enhances longevity
- A modifier that adds depth and warmth to citrus, floral, and woody accords
- A structural component in solid fragrance formats
It blends seamlessly with bergamot, grapefruit, cardamom, ginger, coriander seed, patchouli, vetiver, cedarwood, sandalwood, frankincense, labdanum, vanilla, cacao, and amber materials.
Chemistry
Supercritical CO₂ extraction captures both the volatile aromatic fraction and the heavier resinous components (oleoresins) from black pepper fruit, along with a natural wax matrix. This combination gives a smoother, longer-lasting spicy profile than more volatile distilled materials.
Applications
Skincare & Body Care
Beyond fragrance, Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ provides valuable functional benefits in cosmetic formulations. Its waxy matrix contributes to structure, viscosity, and stability, making it suitable for protective and sensorial products. Traditionally, black pepper has been associated with warming and invigorating qualities, and the wax extract carries this character into modern skincare with a refined touch. On the skin, the wax offers a smooth, substantial feel, supporting the skin barrier while imparting a subtle, comforting spicy warmth to the finished product.
- Body balms and massage balms
- Warming salves and ointments
- Lip balms and treatments
- Solid botanical serums
- Deodorant balms and sticks
Natural Perfumery & Botanical Arts
In natural and fine perfumery, Black Pepper Fruit Wax CO₂ is prized for its ability to introduce spice without harshness. It excels in:
- Solid perfumes and fragrance pomades
- Spicy-woody and amber accords
- Modern chypres and oriental compositions
- Gender-neutral and contemporary fragrance designs
- Solid perfumes
- Botanical perfume bases
- Green-floral and herbal accords
- Aromatic balms and anointing salves
- Artisan incense and wax-based aromatic products
Skincare & balms: 0.3 – 3%
Solid perfumes: 0.5 – 5%
Safety
- Non-toxic and non-sensitizing; safe for topical use.
- Store in a cool, dark environment to prevent oxidation.
- Melts easily in a double boiler; avoid direct flame heating.
- Shelf life: 3 years when stored properly.
- For external use only.
As with any botanical ingredient, avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes and discontinue use if irritation occurs.
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