Ancient Oak Bark CO₂ Wax — Quercus robur | Pure Solid Wax

Part of our Professional Perfumers Range — curated for the discerning natural perfumer seeking exceptional depth and rarity.

Due to the rare and limited nature of this material, please allow a lead time of 7-10 days depending on availability.

Ancient Oak Bark CO₂ Wax — Pure, Solid, Uncompromised

While our existing Oak Heartwood Absolute captures the whisky-barrel warmth of aged French oak wood, this CO₂ wax offers something entirely different — extracted from the bark of Quercus robur, it delivers a considerably darker, more tannic, and more resinous character, closer to damp forest floor and ancient woodland than to a seasoned barrel.

Supplied here in its pure, undiluted, solid wax form — exactly as extracted, with no carrier of any kind added. This is the genuine article for perfumers who prefer to prepare their own dilutions, or who want to work directly with the material in its most concentrated and authentic state.

Scent Profile

Deep, tannic, and unmistakably woody from the opening — a genuinely dark and complex profile combining smoky, leathery facets with a resinous depth reminiscent of aged bark and forest undergrowth. This is oak at its most primal and grounded — earthier and more astringent than the sweeter, more refined heartwood absolute, with real tannic bite balanced by a warm resinous drydown.

Perfumery Applications

A genuinely distinctive material for perfumers seeking authentic, dark woody-tannic character beyond conventional cedarwood or sandalwood bases. Its leathery, smoky depth makes it a compelling addition to leather accords, forest-inspired compositions, and dark oriental structures where genuine botanical astringency is wanted. Used alongside our Oak Heartwood Absolute, it allows perfumers to build a genuinely layered oak accord spanning bark and heartwood, tannic and sweet.

Usage Note

This wax is solid at room temperature. To prepare for use, gently warm in a water bath at around 90°C to melt it into a liquid, then dilute with your solvent of choice according to your own formulation preferences.

Blending Suggestions

Pairs beautifully with our Oak Heartwood Absolute, leather accords, birch tar, patchouli, vetiver, oakmoss, labdanum, cedarwood, and dark resinous materials.

Technical Details

• Botanical Name: Quercus robur L.
• Common Name: Oak Bark
• Botanical Family: Fagaceae
• Plant Part: Bark
• Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂ extraction (wax)
• Form: Pure, undiluted, solid wax
• Classification: Base note
• Appearance: Solid, dark wax — melts easily when gently warmed
• Odour Family: Woody / Tannic / Smoky / Leathery / Resinous
• Natural: Yes — 100% natural CO₂ wax, no carrier or additives
• Note: Distinct from our Oak Heartwood Absolute — bark rather than heartwood, a darker and more tannic character

Packaging

Supplied in small glass jars, sold by net weight (grams, not volume).

Safety Information

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Not suitable for use on babies, children, pets or broken skin. Avoid use during pregnancy or whilst nursing. Always dilute properly and perform a patch test before first use.

Sample Policy

Please note that no refunds can be offered on opened items.

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