Davana Essential Oil (Origin: India)

Davana Essential Oil (Artemisia pallens)

Origin: Native to southern India, primarily cultivated in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. India is the sole significant producer. The oil is steam-distilled from the flowering tops and aerial parts of the davana plant, which belongs to the Asteraceae (daisy) family. Davana is an aromatic annual herb that is traditionally harvested when in full bloom, typically between February and April. It has deep cultural and spiritual significance in Hindu tradition, where the flowers are offered to the deity Shiva in temple ceremonies. Davana is notable for a unique characteristic – its scent subtly changes and adapts when applied to skin, interacting with each individual's body chemistry to produce a slightly different fragrance on different people. It has been valued in Indian aromatic and perfumery traditions for centuries and has gained increasing recognition in international perfumery.

Scent: Rich, warm, and sweetly fruity with a complex, balsamic, slightly herbaceous character. Lush and exotic – there's a distinctive, deep, dried-fruit sweetness reminiscent of plum, fig, and ripe berries, balanced by a subtle, warm, woody, almost wine-like depth. Faintly spicy and earthy with a delicate, green, tea-like undertone. Dense, complex, and remarkably long-lasting – a unique, multilayered scent of extraordinary richness and warmth. One of the most distinctive and unusual essential oils available, prized for its ability to interact uniquely with individual skin chemistry.

Uses:

• Highly valued in natural perfumery as a rich, fruity, balsamic accent – adds extraordinary depth, warmth, and a distinctive, dried-fruit sweetness to blends
• A beautiful addition to diffuser blends, bringing a warm, rich, exotic atmosphere to any space
• Used in candle making and soap crafting for its unique, complex, fruity character
• Blends beautifully with sandalwood, frankincense, rose, jasmine, cedarwood, vetiver, bergamot, ylang ylang, vanilla, and neroli oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for oriental, fruity, floral, exotic, and luxury compositions
• Historically associated with Hindu temple traditions, valued for its revered, sacred aroma
• An excellent fixative in blending – its rich, balsamic quality helps to anchor and extend the longevity of lighter, more volatile oils

Important Information:

• For External Use Only
• Individuals with known allergies to plants in the Asteraceae (daisy) family should exercise caution
• Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before applying to skin
• 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

Available in 1ml sample, 5ml, 10ml, 30ml and 50ml sizes

1ml sample supplied in a 5ml clear flint glass bottle with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap

5ml, 10ml, 30ml and 50ml 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 to ensure that you are happy with the product as we do not refund opened items for hygiene reasons

COA available on request

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