Botanica Gaia Hinoki Wood Essential Oil | Chamaecyparis Obtusa var. Obtusa |

Hinoki Wood Essential Oil

A clear steam-distilled Hinoki material from Japan with a dry woody, fresh-green forest aroma and a spicy middle-note undertone.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Chamaecyparis obtusa wood oil
• Extraction: Steam distillation
• Olfactive role: Middle note

Specifications

• Family: Cupressaceae
• Common names: Hinoki Cypress, Japanese Cypress
• Extraction: Steam distilled
• Country of origin: Japan
• Appearance: Clear
• Odour: Dry woody, fresh green forest with a spicy undertone
• Perfumery note: Middle

Aromatic Profile

Dry Hinoki wood and clean forest air open into fresh green conifer tones, with a measured spicy warmth through the middle.

Blending Direction

• Directionally suited to woods, conifers, incense, citrus and resinous accords.
• Can add a quiet Japanese-forest character to meditative compositions.
• Use the approved plant-part-specific batch as the olfactory reference.

Formulation & Usage

Formulation Guidance

• Protect the oil from oxidation by limiting heat, light and air exposure.

Applications

Perfumery

• Hinoki, forest, woody and incense accords
• Fresh-green structure in citrus, resin and conifer compositions

Aromatic Use

• Meditative and nature-inspired diffuser blends

Cosmetic Formulation

• Never apply concentrated oil directly

Safety

Concentrated essential oil.

• Do not ingest or apply undiluted.
• Patch test the finished formula.
• Use qualified guidance for pregnancy, breastfeeding, epilepsy, children, elderly users or medical conditions.
• Keep away from eyes, mucous membranes, children and pets.
• Do not use oxidised material.