Clary Sage Wax (Salvia Sclarea)

Clary Sage CO₂ Wax

It combines a warm herbaceous, musky and softly floral aroma with a natural wax structure suited to anhydrous products.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Salvia sclarea
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Extraction: Supercritical CO₂ wax fraction
• Form: Solid or semi-solid wax
• Origin: Bulgaria
• Perfumery role: Base note and fixative

Specifications

• Botanical name: Salvia sclarea
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Common name: Clary Sage
• Plant parts: Flowering tops
• Extraction method: Supercritical CO₂, wax fraction
• Odor: Warm, herbaceous, musky and slightly floral, with amber, tea, hay and balsamic facets
• Country of origin: Bulgaria
• Melting point: 60–70 °C (140–158 °F)
• Solubility: Oil, alcohol and butter compatible; insoluble in water

Aromatic Profile

Warm, herbaceous and musky with soft florals, hay and green-tea facets.

Perfumery Character

• Note: Base
• Function: Fixative and bridge between fresh top notes and warm bases
• Pairings: Lavender, bergamot, cedarwood, frankincense, vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss and rose

Formulation & Usage

The material contains volatile aroma compounds together with a non-volatile wax fraction.

• Melting point: 60–70 °C
• Processing: Melt gently with indirect heat; avoid direct flame
• Water systems: Require an appropriate emulsification or dispersion system

Applications

Suggested Uses

• Solid perfumes and oil-based fragrance formats.
• Herbal, ambery, musky, fougère and woody accords.
• Massage candles and aromatic wax products.

Safety

• For external use only; avoid ingestion.
• Patch test the finished cosmetic formula.
• Use indirect heat and avoid direct flame.
• Store cool, dark and tightly closed to limit oxidation.