Bio Moldavian Dragonhead Essential Oil | Dracocephalum Moldavica | For Aromatherapy

Overview

A steam-distilled essential oil from the flowers and leaves of Dracocephalum moldavica, with a fresh floral-citrus profile, green lift and a soft honeyed warmth.

At a glance

• Botanical source: Dracocephalum moldavica flowers and leaves
• Extraction: Steam distillation
• Aromatic direction: Fresh, floral-citrus, green and gently minty
• Best suited to: Aromatherapy-style blends, botanical perfume and diluted cosmetic use

Specifications

• Botanical name: Dracocephalum moldavica L.
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Plant parts: Flowers and leaves
• Extraction method: Steam distilled
• Appearance: Light golden liquid
• Country of origin: Bulgaria
• Recommended use level: 0.5–2% in a suitable carrier or cosmetic base

Aromatic Profile

• Top: Lemony, sparkling and lightly fruity
• Heart: Floral, green and herbal with a delicate minty nuance
• Base: Soft, honeyed warmth with a faint balsamic finish

Composition

• Geranyl acetate
• Geranial
• Neral
• Geraniol
• Neryl acetate
• Linalool
• Citronellal
• β-Caryophyllene

Applications

Aromatic use

• Diffuser blends following equipment guidance
• Personal inhaler or aroma accessories
• Botanical perfume accords

Cosmetic formulation

• Diluted facial and body oils
• Creams, lotions and balms
• Hair and scalp formulas

Formulation guidance

Use at 0.5–2% in a suitable carrier or cosmetic base, and do not exceed 2% in leave-on skin care.

Safety

• Patch test before topical use and avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Do not ingest.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding users, young children and people under medical care should consult a qualified professional before use.