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Helichrysum Sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ Extract
Helichrysum Sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ Extract
A rare CO₂ extracted wax from Helichrysum sanguineum flowers, offering a warm amber-herbal aroma with resinous nuances, ideal for luxury skincare, botanical perfumery, and sensorial formulations.
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Helichrysum sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ Extract is a rare and characterful botanical wax obtained from the vibrant blossoms of Helichrysum sanguineum, a Mediterranean species closely related to the famed immortelle. Extracted using supercritical CO₂ technology, this solvent-free process preserves the flower’s delicate aromatic profile while concentrating its natural waxes and lipophilic constituents into a stable, full-spectrum extract.
Unlike the more widely known Helichrysum italicum, Helichrysum sanguineum expresses a deeper, warmer, and more resinous aromatic character, with less sharpness and a distinctly ambery undertone. The resulting CO₂ wax captures the essence of sun-drenched Mediterranean landscapes—dry herbs, golden resins, and warm earth—making it a highly distinctive material for advanced natural formulations.
Specifications of Helichrysum Sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ Extract
- Botanical Name: Heelichrysum Sanguineum.
- Family Name: Asteraceae.
- Common Name: Red Helichrysum.
- INCI: Helichrysum Sanguineum
- Part Used: Flowers.
- Note: Base and Fixative.
- Scent: Floral, with undertone dark cherry and plum.
- Appearance: Solid Wax.
- Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
Aromatic Profile
The aroma of Helichrysum sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ is warm, ambered, and herbaceous, with resinous depth and subtle floral sweetness. It opens with dry herbal notes reminiscent of wild Mediterranean shrubs and straw-like immortelle facets. As the scent develops, soft honeyed nuances and gentle balsamic tones emerge, supported by a warm, resinous base that lingers on the skin.
Compared to Helichrysum italicum, this wax is:
- Less sharp and medicinal
- More Ambery and resinous
- Rounder and warmer in character
In perfumery, it functions as:
- An amber–herbal heart note
- A natural fixative that enhances longevity
- A soft resinous backbone for floral, woody, and oriental accords
- A grounding element in natural compositions
It pairs beautifully with labdanum, benzoin, myrrh, frankincense, sandalwood, cedarwood, rose, chamomile, violet leaf, tobacco, and warm spice notes.
Formulation & Usage
Helichrysum sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ integrates smoothly into oil-based formulations and can be incorporated into emulsions with gentle heating.
Recommended usage levels
- Skincare & balms: 0.5 – 5%
- Solid perfumes: 1 – 10%
Aromatic and ritual products: up to 10% depending on desired intensity and texture
Applications
Uses in Skincare & Body Care
Beyond its olfactory appeal, Helichrysum sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ offers valuable functional and sensorial benefits in skincare formulations. Its natural wax matrix contributes to structure, stability, and barrier support, making it ideal for rich, protective products. The wax provides a smooth, comforting skin feel and imparts a subtle, warm aromatic signature that elevates the user experience.
Common skincare applications include
- Facial and body balms
- Reparative salves and ointments
- Lip balms and treatments
- Solid botanical serums
- Massage balms and ritual body care
Its warm, resinous aroma is particularly well suited to products focused on comfort, restoration, and skin resilience.
Applications in Natural Perfumery & Botanical Arts
In natural and botanical perfumery, Helichrysum sanguineum Flower Wax CO₂ is valued for its ability to add depth, warmth, and longevity to compositions. It excels in:
Solid perfumes and aromatic pomades
- Amber, chypre, and resinous accords
- Herbal–resinous and floral–amber blends
- Mediterranean-inspired fragrance concepts
The wax also enhances the physical structure of solid perfumes while contributing a long-lasting, softly diffusive scent.
Common applications include
- Solid perfumes
- Botanical perfume bases
- Green-floral and herbal accords
- Aromatic balms and anointing salves
- Artisan incense and wax-based aromatic products
Its waxy nature also enhances the physical structure of solid fragrance forms while contributing a subtle, long-lasting botanical scent.
Safety
Safety and Handling:
- Non-toxic and non-sensitizing; safe for topical use.
- Store in a cool, dark environment to prevent oxidation.
- Melts easily in a double boiler; avoid direct flame heating.
- Shelf life: 3 years when stored properly.
- For external use only.
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