Immortelle CO₂ Extract (Helicrysum Italicum)

Immortelle CO₂ Extract (Helicrysum Italicum)

A concentrated botanical extract featuring Helicrysum Italicum for compatible cosmetic or aromatic formulations.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Helicrysum Italicum
• Product type: Botanical extract

Specifications of Immortelle CO₂ Extract

• Botanical Name: Helicrysum Italicum.
• Family Name: Asteraceae.
• Common Name: Inmortelle, Helichrysum, Siempreviva.
• INCI: Helicrysum Italicum Flowers Extract.
• Part Used: Flowers.
• Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂.
• Note: Base.
• Scent: Floral with
• Appearance: Viscous.
• Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
• Solubility: Soluble in oils, alcohol, and butters; insoluble in water.

Aromatic Profile

Helichrysum italicum CO₂ Extract offers a multidimensional aroma that is both soothing and deeply evocative.

Top Notes: warm herbal brightness, soft wildflower nuances, light honeyed citrus

Heart Notes: golden sweetness, floral-balsamic warmth, subtle spice, sun-dried herb complexity

Base Notes: earthy honey, resinous amber, soft tobacco-like undertones, slightly woody depth

The aroma is:

• Golden
• Warm
• Sweet-balsamic
• Herbal-spicy
• Resinous
• Deeply comforting

Compared to the essential oil, the CO₂ Extract is:

• Richer
• Sweeter
• More resinous and honey-like
• Closer to the scent of the raw flower
• More therapeutically complete

Composition & Formulation

Formulation Notes

• Use at a level appropriate to the finished formulation
• Introduce gradually during formulation trials
• Store tightly closed away from heat, light and air

Applications

Perfumery Applications

Helichrysum CO₂ is a beloved ingredient in natural perfumery for its ability to add warmth, sweetness, and emotional depth to compositions.

This product provides a soft, golden floral heart that blends seamlessly with both warm and fresh compositions. It adds complexity and character without overpowering.

Enhances Gourmand & Amber Perfumes

Its natural honey-tobacco undertones pair beautifully with

• Vanilla
• Benzoin
• Labdanum
• Tonka bean
• Amber accords
• Licorice

It creates warm, cozy, enveloping perfumes.

Essential for Mediterranean & Herbal Blends

Perfect with

• Rosemary
• Clary sage
• Lavender
• Myrtle
• Cistus Ladaniferus
• Juniper Berries

It adds authenticity and a sunlit, hillside character.

A Soft Natural Fixative

Its resinous components help anchor lighter notes, adding longevity and depth.

Use levels in perfume concentrates: 0.5% – 10%

Final EDP/EDT formulas: 0.1% – 3%

Cosmetic & Skincare Applications

Helichrysum italicum has a long-standing reputation in herbal tradition and modern natural cosmetology.

Restorative Facial Oils & Serums

Famous as a botanical rejuvenator, Helichrysum CO₂ is used in:

• Anti-aging serums
• Radiance-enhancing oils
• Post-sun repair blends
• Sensitive-skin formulations
• Balms & Ointments for Skin Recovery

Its warm, resinous aroma enhances the sensory quality of:

• Healing salves
• Bruise balms
• After-sun butters
• Aromatherapeutic Skincare

Traditionally associated with

• Skin soothing
• Reducing appearance of imperfections
• Supporting natural regeneration
• Calming stressed skin

Luxury Body Oils & Tallow Creams

Its golden-honey aroma brings a premium feel to

• Whipped body butters
• Decadent massage oils
• Botanical body serums

Use level: 0.05% – 0.5%

Emotional & Aromatherapeutic Benefits

Helichrysum italicum is often described as an oil that “brings sun to the spirit.”

Famous for its grounding yet uplifting energetic properties, it is traditionally used to:

• Comfort emotional stress
• Support release of tension
• Enhance meditative clarity
• Promote resilience and warmth
• Restore inner harmony

Its aroma evokes warm sunlight, wildflowers, and golden summer fields—making it ideal for blends intended for emotional renewal or spiritual grounding.

Safety

Safety and Handling:

Always patch test before topical use.

Use in dilutions no greater than 2% 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.