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Botanica Gaia Wildcrafted Hungarian Oakmoss Absolute | Evernia Prunastri | For Incense and Aromatherapy
Botanica Gaia Wildcrafted Hungarian Oakmoss Absolute | Evernia Prunastri | For Incense and Aromatherapy
Dark green Evernia prunastri absolute with an earthy, mossy, leathery and smoky fixative profile.
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Hungarian Oakmoss Absolute
Its dry, earthy, mossy, woody and slightly leathery-smoky character makes it a classic base and fixative material for chypre, fougère and forest compositions.
At a Glance
- Botanical name: Evernia prunastri
- Material: Solvent-extracted lichen absolute
- Origin: Hungary
- Appearance: Dark green and very viscous
- Perfumery role: Base note and fixative
Specifications
- Botanical name: Evernia prunastri
- Family: Parmeliaceae
- Common name: Oakmoss
- Material type: Lichen absolute
- Extraction method: Solvent extraction
- Country of origin: Hungary
- Appearance: Dark green; very viscous
- Perfumery note: Base and fixative
Aromatic Profile
A multidimensional forest profile: cool green lift, a mossy and mineral heart, and a deep earthy, woody, leathery, resinous and subtly smoky base.
Profile
- Aroma family: Earthy, green, woody, dry and smoky
- Top impression: Soft green, cool and slightly aldehydic
- Heart: Mossy richness, forest floor and mineral nuance
- Base: Deep earth, leather, resinous woods and subtle smoke
- Role: Long-lasting base note and fixative
- Blending direction: Bergamot, patchouli, vetiver, labdanum, woods, florals and conifer resins
Formulation & Usage
Oakmoss absolute is a concentrated natural complex substance used primarily as a base note and fixative. Its dry, earthy, mossy and leathery profile is highly tenacious.
Use within the applicable concentration limits for the intended fragrance category and keep the material tightly closed, cool and protected from light.
Applications
Suggested Uses
- Primarily a perfumery and incense material valued for depth, cohesion and persistence.
- Fine fragrance — Classic fixative and base material for chypre, fougère, woody, leathery and dark-green structures
- Incense accords — Use to reinforce damp forest, moss and shaded woodland themes
Safety
- For external formulation use: Do not ingest or apply neat to skin
- Sensitive groups: Avoid casual home-use recommendations for children, pregnancy, breastfeeding or fragrance-sensitive users
- Storage: Keep tightly closed, cool and protected from light and heat
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