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A unique smell. Will have to experiment with this one.
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Guaiacwood Essential Oil (Bulnesia Sarmientoi)
Guaiacwood Essential Oil (Bulnesia Sarmientoi)
Whether used to center the mind, calm the body, or enrich a fragrance, guaiacwood oil stands as a symbol of natural strength and gentle luxury — a rare treasure for artisans and aromatherapists alike.
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Guaiacwood Essential Oil (Bulnesia Sarmientoi)
A concentrated essential oil featuring Bulnesia Sarmientoi for diluted aromatic and fragrance formulation.
At a Glance
- Botanical name: Bulnesia Sarmientoi
- Product type: Essential oil
Specifications of Guaiacwood Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Bulnesia sarmientoi
- Family Name: Zygophyllaceae
- Common Name: Guaiacwood.
- Part Used: Wood.
- Extraction Method: Steam distilled.
- Note: Base note.
- Scent: Soft resin, warm wood smoke, faint rose nuances.
- Appearance: Creamy. Semi-solid at room temperature.
- Country of Origin: Paraguay.
Aromatic Profile
Guaiacwood essential oil opens with soft, creamy, woody notes, followed by a sweet, balsamic heart and a subtle smoky-amber drydown.
It is reminiscent of sandalwood, but with a deeper, more resinous character and an earthy sensuality that anchors compositions beautifully.
Aromatic pyramid:
- Top notes: Soft resin, warm wood smoke, faint rose nuances
- Heart notes: Creamy balsam, amber, slightly honeyed undertones
- Base notes: Woody, leathery, lingering warmth
When blended, it adds longevity and depth to floral, oriental, and woody accords, making it a cherished natural fixative in high-end perfumery.
Chemistry
- Guaiol 36% Woody, balsamic core note, grounding.
- Bulnesol 45 % Creamy, smooth, fixative base.
This composition gives Guaiacwood oil its distinctive warm, dense, and long-lasting aroma, prized as both a base note and natural fixative.
Applications
- Natural perfume oils and fragrance compositions
- Compatible aromatic personal-care formulations at an assessed dilution
- Evaluate a small diluted trial before building the final fragrance
Safety
- Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
- Use in dilutions no greater than 3% 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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