Beeswax Absolute Oil / Distinctive Aroma

Beeswax Absolute (Cera alba)

Origin: Sourced from apiaries worldwide, with notable production in France, Ethiopia, Egypt, the United Kingdom, and other regions with established beekeeping traditions. France is particularly renowned for producing high-quality beeswax absolute for the perfumery industry. The absolute is solvent-extracted from natural beeswax – the wax secreted by honeybees (Apis mellifera) to construct the honeycomb structure within the hive. Beeswax itself is classified under the INCI name Cera alba (white/bleached wax) or Cera flava (yellow/natural wax). The absolute captures the volatile aromatic compounds present in the wax, which reflect the floral sources the bees have visited, the honey stored within the comb, and the propolis used by the colony. This means the scent profile of beeswax absolute can vary subtly depending on the floral origin of the hive – beeswax from lavender fields, for example, will carry different nuances from beeswax from wildflower meadows. Beeswax absolute has been a treasured ingredient in fine French perfumery for over a century and remains one of the most distinctive and evocative materials available to artisan perfumers.

Scent: Rich, warm, and deeply honeyed with a sweet, waxy, golden character. Lush and enveloping – there's a distinctive, soft, honey-like warmth balanced by a subtle, dry, hay-like, slightly floral depth. Faintly smoky and tobacco-like with a delicate, powdery, almost beeswax-candle quality. Subtly fruity and earthy with a gentle, warm, amber-like undertone. Dense, rounded, and extraordinarily long-lasting – a classic, comforting, deeply natural scent that evokes warm sunlight, wildflower meadows, and the golden interior of a beehive. One of the most evocative, emotionally resonant, and instantly recognisable natural materials in perfumery. No synthetic reconstruction can replicate the authentic, complex warmth of genuine beeswax absolute.

Uses:

• Highly valued in natural perfumery as a rich, honeyed, waxy accent – adds extraordinary warmth, golden sweetness, and a distinctive, beeswax-like depth to blends
• A beautiful addition to diffuser blends in small quantities, bringing a warm, honeyed, comforting atmosphere to any space
• Used in artisan candle making and soap crafting for its luxurious, warm, honeyed character
• Blends beautifully with honey, vanilla, frankincense, sandalwood, rose, neroli, bergamot, lavender, cedarwood, and tonka bean oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for gourmand, amber, honey, oriental, and luxury compositions
• An exceptional fixative in blending – helps to anchor, round, and soften other materials while adding warmth and golden sweetness
• A classic ingredient in honey accords and amber compositions in fine and artisan perfumery

Important Information:

• For External Use Only
• This is a solvent-extracted absolute, not a steam-distilled essential oil 
• Beeswax absolute is not suitable for vegan formulations. 
• The scent profile of beeswax absolute can vary between batches depending on the floral origin of the hive – this natural variation is normal and reflects the authentic, natural character of the product
• Beeswax absolute may be thick, viscous, or semi-solid at room temperature – gently warming the bottle will improve pourability
• Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before applying to skin
• May cause sensitivity in individuals with known allergies to bee products, honey, or propolis – always perform a patch test before use
• Consult a qualified professional before use if pregnant or nursing
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve freshness
• Note: Middle to Base Note
• Excellent Fixative
• Growing Conditions: From bee hives on unpolluted sustainable land.

Available in 1ml sample, 5ml, 10ml and 30ml sizes

1ml sample supplied in a clear flint glass bottle with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap 

5ml, 10ml and 30ml supplied in glass amber bottles with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap 

Please note if buying large quantities of this item we advise purchasing a 1ml sample first to ensure that you are happy with the product as we do not refund opened items

Certificate of Analysis is available on request.

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