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Botanica Gaia Bio Zdravets CO₂ Absolute | Geranium Macrorrhizum | Supercritical CO2 Extraction | Premium Quality | For Aromatherapy, Skincare and Perfume
Botanica Gaia Bio Zdravets CO₂ Absolute | Geranium Macrorrhizum | Supercritical CO2 Extraction | Premium Quality | For Aromatherapy, Skincare and Perfume
Zdravets CO₂ absolute offers a rich mossy-floral aroma with grounding, balancing, and skin-renewing benefits — a symbol of harmony and Bulgarian purity.
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Botanical Name: Geranium Macrorrhizum.
Family Name: Geraniaceae.
Common Name: Gigroot Geranium, Cranesbill, Rock crane's-bill, Balkan Geranium, Bulgarian Geranium.
INCI: Geranium Macrorrhizum (Zdravets) Flowers Oil.
Extraction Method: Supercritical CO2 Extraction.
Parts Used: Flowers.
Odor: Fresh green, Sweet floral, reminiscent of geranium and Violet leaf.
Note: Base note. Strong, long-lasting, with a rich drydown.
Appearance: Greenish Viscous.
Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
Suggested dilution: IFRA Category 4 dermal maximum: typically up to 1%.
Family Name: Geraniaceae.
Common Name: Gigroot Geranium, Cranesbill, Rock crane's-bill, Balkan Geranium, Bulgarian Geranium.
INCI: Geranium Macrorrhizum (Zdravets) Flowers Oil.
Extraction Method: Supercritical CO2 Extraction.
Parts Used: Flowers.
Odor: Fresh green, Sweet floral, reminiscent of geranium and Violet leaf.
Note: Base note. Strong, long-lasting, with a rich drydown.
Appearance: Greenish Viscous.
Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
Suggested dilution: IFRA Category 4 dermal maximum: typically up to 1%.
From the wild green slopes of Bulgaria’s mountains comes one of the most treasured aromatic botanicals — Zdravets, meaning “health” or “well-being” in Bulgarian.
Its name embodies its power: Geranium macrorrhizum has been used for centuries as a symbol of longevity, prosperity, and love, woven into local rituals and carried as a charm for good fortune.
The CO₂-extracted absolute of Zdravets flowers captures this heritage in its purest form. It is a deep green-amber essence, rich, elegant, and earthy-floral, bridging the freshness of geranium with the grounded warmth of oakmoss and amber.
Unlike traditional distillation, CO₂ extraction preserves delicate floral esters, sesquiterpenes, and natural fixatives, producing an oil that is smoother, longer-lasting, and closer to the living scent of the plant.
Zdravets grows wild and abundantly in the Bulgarian mountains, requiring no fertilizers or irrigation. Ethical producers harvest the aerial parts and flowers manually, allowing natural regeneration.
CO₂ extraction uses pressurized carbon dioxide as a solvent, ensuring zero toxic residues and minimal environmental impact. This technique preserves both volatile and non-volatile fractions, producing a full-spectrum extract closer to the original flower scent.
The result: a sustainable, eco-luxury ingredient with outstanding aromatic fidelity and purity.
Zdravets has long been revered as Bulgaria’s national symbol of vitality and love.
Its very name derives from “zdrav” — meaning “healthy” in Slavic languages — making it a botanical emblem of wellness and endurance.
Folk tradition teaches that bringing Zdravets into one’s home brings joy and balance. Its aroma is said to “seal happiness,” and its oil continues that legacy in modern natural perfumery and holistic beauty.
he CO₂ absolute of Zdravets flowers is a rare gift from Bulgaria’s green heart — a fragrance of harmony, strength, and timeless elegance.
Its deep mossy-floral aroma unites body and spirit, offering both grounding and sensuality.
In perfumery, it adds earthy sophistication; in skincare, antioxidant protection; in aromatherapy, serene confidence.
Each drop tells the story of the Balkan mountains, of purity, balance, and enduring natural grace.
A true symbol of Zdravie — the essence of well-being.
Aroma and Olfactory Profile:
Zdravets CO₂ absolute offers a complex, multifaceted fragrance that evolves beautifully on skin and blends.
Top Notes: fresh green, leafy, with a light rosy-mint nuance
Heart Notes: sweet, floral-herbal, reminiscent of geranium and violet leaf
Base Notes: warm, mossy, balsamic, with a subtle animalic undertone
Its aroma is grounding and sensual — combining floral freshness with forest depth.
In perfumery, it is often described as “where forest meets flower”, making it a perfect natural base for masculine, unisex, and chypre compositions.
Typical chemical constituents include:
The unique chemistry of Geranium macrorrhizum CO₂ extract sets it apart from other geraniums. It typically contains:
-Guaiazulene (blue-green anti-inflammatory pigment)
-Germacrone
-β-Caryophyllene
-Linalool
-Geraniol
-Citronellol
-Elemol
-α-Humulene
-Sesquiterpene ketones and lactones
This complex matrix contributes to Zdravets anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and grounding aromatic profile, with notable fixative power for perfumery and cosmetic blends.
Therapeutic Benefits:
-Balancing & Hormonal Support Gently harmonizes mood and hormonal equilibrium, especially beneficial for women’s wellness blends.
-Anti-inflammatory & Regenerative Soothes skin irritation, promotes healing, and supports mature skin vitality.
-Aphrodisiac & Emotional Grounding Deeply relaxing yet sensual; enhances confidence and emotional stability.
-Antioxidant & Tonic Protects skin from oxidative stress; supports collagen health.
Natural Fixative Enhances longevity and depth of perfume compositions.
Uses:
Perfumery:
Zdravets acts as both a fixative and modifier, bridging top and base notes with exceptional smoothness.
It enhances floral, woody, chypre, and amber accords — harmonizing beautifully with vetiver, labdanum, sandalwood, patchouli, rose, jasmine, oakmoss, and benzoin.
Skincare:
Zdravets CO₂ absolute is highly valued for its regenerative, purifying, and toning effects.
It is suitable for mature, oily, or sensitive skin types and can be added to creams, facial oils, and balms at concentrations of 0.2–1%.
Its natural green-amber hue gives formulations a rich tone, while its scent lends sophistication and harmony.
Aromatherapy & Emotional Care:
-Diffused or diluted in massage oils, Zdravets relaxes the nervous system and encourages emotional balance. It’s an excellent aid for meditation and deep breathing practices.
Energetically, Zdravets symbolizes love, fidelity, and grounded vitality, aligning the heart and root chakras. It brings emotional calm, courage, and resilience — a scent of inner balance and peace.
In Bulgarian tradition, Zdravets is woven into wedding crowns and newborn celebrations a blessing of health, fertility, and enduring love.
Its fragrance evokes stability and harmony, symbolizing the bond between earth and emotion.
In aromatherapy, it’s considered an oil of “quiet strength” — for those seeking emotional grounding and heart-centered clarity.
It helps dispel fatigue, anxiety, and confusion, guiding the mind toward peace and focus.
Safety Guidelines:
-Always patch test before topical use.
-Use in dilutions no greater than 2% 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.
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