Oakmoss Absolute with deep mossy, earthy, elegant notes. Essential for chypre, fougère, woodland perfumes, and natural fragrance formulations.
Botanical Name: Evernia Prunastri.
Family Name: Usneaceae.
Common Name: Oak moss, Oakmoss.
INCI: Evernia Prunastri Lichen Absolute.
Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction.
Parts Used: Lichen.
Note: Base note. Fixative.
Odor: Dry, Earthy, moss, wood, fungus, lichen, damp earth, deep, evocative.
Appearance: Dark Green. Very viscous consistency.
Country of Origin: Hungary.
Oakmoss Absolute, extracted from the lichen Evernia prunastri, is one of the most iconic, timeless, and essential ingredients in traditional and modern perfumery. With its deep green, earthy, mossy, and slightly leathery facets, oakmoss provides extraordinary depth, longevity, and sophistication to fragrance compositions. It is a cornerstone of classic chypres, fougères, and forest-inspired perfumes, and remains a signature note of luxury niche fragrance houses around the world.
Our Oakmoss Absolute is produced from ethically harvested lichen from pristine forest environments, then carefully extracted using solvents to preserve the full aromatic profile of the plant. The result is a rich, dark, resinous material with incredible fixative power, unparalleled complexity, and a scent that evokes ancient forests, velvety moss, cool tree bark, and soft, shaded woodland floors.
Aromatic Profile
Oakmoss Absolute offers one of the most distinctive and multidimensional aromas in natural perfumery:
Top Notes: soft green aldehydes, cool earthy breezes
Heart Notes: mossy richness, forest floor, lightly mineral tones
Base Notes: deep earth, leather, resinous woods, subtle smoky nuances
Its scent is simultaneously:
Green
Earthy
Velvety
Slightly ambery
Profoundly grounding
Oakmoss is famous for its ability to “bring life” to a composition—adding cohesion, depth, and emotional resonance to other aromatic materials.
It blends exceptionally well with:
Patchouli
Vetiver
Labdanum
Bergamot
Cedarwood
Sandalwood
Rose
Orris
Jasmine absolute
Pine and fir resins
It is indispensable in chypre, fougère, woody, leathery, and dark green perfume structures.
Emotional & Sensory Character
Oakmoss evokes:
Ancient forests
Soft moss underfoot
Damp green earth
Natural mystery
Refined vintage elegance
Its aroma is both grounding and sophisticated, bridging primitive nature with polished luxury.
Applications in Aromatherapy
Though primarily valued for perfumery, Oakmoss Absolute has been traditionally associated with grounding, emotional balance, and connection to nature.
1. Aromatherapeutic Grounding
Its scent can support:
emotional stability
deep relaxation
grounding during meditation
reconnection with earth energy
2. Sacred & Spiritual Blends
Oakmoss has long been used in ritual spiritual incense due to its ancient, woodland character.
Its aroma can create an atmosphere of:
stillness
reverence
inner calm
deep reflection
Safety Guidelines:
-Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
-Use in dilutions no greater than 3% 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.
