Botanica Gaia Costus Root Absolute | Saussurea Lappa | Botanical Musk for Aromatherapy, incense and perfume.

Costus Root Absolute

A powerful amber absolute made from Costus roots from India by long maceration in organic grain alcohol followed by slow evaporation. old wood, violet, animalic musk, buttery softness and a dark fig-like nuance.

The Botanical name is Dolomiaea costus, with Saussurea lappa used as a synonym.

At a Glance

• Material: Costus root alcohol-extracted absolute
• Accepted botanical: Dolomiaea costus
• Botanical synonym: Saussurea lappa
• Olfactive role: Base note and fixative

Specifications

• Botanical name: Dolomiaea costus
• Family: Asteraceae
• Common names: Costus, Indian Costus, Kuth, Putchuk
• Plant part: Roots
• Extraction: Long maceration in organic grain alcohol followed by slow evaporation
• Country of origin: India
• Appearance: Amber and slightly viscous
• Odour: Old wood, violet, animalic musk, buttery and dark-fruity nuances

Aromatic Profile

An exceptionally intense base material combining aged wood, violet-like florality, animalic musk, buttery sandalwood-like softness and a dark fig-jam nuance.

Olfactory Character

• Historically valued as a botanical musk and fixative
• Adds depth and persistence to woody, leathery and incense-inspired accords
• Best introduced gradually because of its high aromatic intensity

Composition & Formulation

A concentrated botanical absolute for diluted fragrance formulation.

Technical Details

• INCI: Saussurea Lappa Roots Oil
• Extraction: Organic Extraction
• Plant part: Roots
• Appearance: Amber

Formulation Notes

• Use in diluted aromatic formulations
• Introduce gradually when building the finished aroma
• Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and air

Applications

Specialist Aromatic Formulation

• Perfume oils and fragrance compositions that feature this material’s distinctive aromatic profile
• Small-batch fragrance concentrates
• Use only in properly diluted finished products

Safety

Do not use Costus root absolute as a fragrance ingredient.

• Do not apply to skin, ingest, diffuse, burn or include in a consumer formulation.
• Avoid eyes, mucous membranes and direct contact; use appropriate handling controls.
• Keep securely closed, clearly labelled and out of reach of children.