Black Tea Essential Oil | Camellia Sinensis

Black Tea Essential Oil

A steam-distilled essential oil from the leaves of Camellia Sinensis.

Its aromatic profile is exceptionally floral aroma, floral woody, sweet, herbaceous.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Camellia Sinensis
• Common name: Black Tea
• Plant part: Leaves
• Extraction: Steam distilled
• Country of origin: Sri Lanka

Specifications

• Botanical name: Camellia Sinensis
• Family: Theaceae
• Common name: Black Tea
• INCI: Camellia sinensis (Black Tea) leaves Oil
• Plant part: Leaves
• Extraction method: Steam distilled.
• Appearance: Light Yellow
• Country of origin: Sri Lanka
• Perfumery note: Middle.

Aromatic Profile

An unusual tea-derived aromatic profile with pronounced floral character.

• Primary character: Floral.
• Secondary facets: Woody, sweet and herbaceous.
• Perfumery role: Middle note.

Composition & Formulation

A concentrated steam-distilled essential oil from leaves of Camellia Sinensis.

Technical Details

• INCI: Camellia sinensis (Black Tea) leaves Oil
• Extraction: Steam distilled
• Plant part: Leaves
• Appearance: Light Yellow

Formulation Notes

• Use in diluted aromatic formulations
• Introduce gradually when building the finished aroma
• Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and air.

Aromatherapy Applications

Black Tea Essential Oil may be used in:

• Diffuser blends.
• Personal aromatic oils.
• Spa formulations.
• Massage blends.
• Botanical fragrance products.
• Warm grounding aromatic compositions
  

Its aroma is especially suited to blends designed around warmth, clarity and a refined tea-house atmosphere.

Skin & Body Care

At appropriate dilution levels, it may be incorporated into:

• Body oils.
• Beard oils.
• Balms.
• Soaps.
• Body washes.
• Men's grooming products.
• Perfumed lotions.
• Botanical skin-care formulations.
  

Its primary value in these products is its distinctive natural aroma.

Suggested Usage

Fine Fragrance: 0.1–5%

Skin & Body Care: 0.05–1%

Aromatic Blends: 0.1–3%

Final usage should be determined according to the complete formulation and applicable fragrance and cosmetic safety requirements.

Applications

Natural Perfumery

• Perfume oils and fragrance compositions that feature this material’s distinctive aromatic profile
• Use as a middle note in perfume oils and solid fragrances
• Small-batch natural perfumery and accord building

Safety & Handling

• Do not apply undiluted and do not ingest.
• Patch test the finished topical product.
• Use extra caution for pregnancy, children, older adults, sensitive users, medical conditions and medication use.
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place and protect from heat and oxidation.