Egyptian Iris Essential Oil

Iris Essential Oil (Iris Germanica or Iris Pallida)

Family: Iridaceae
Origin: Egypt
Part Used: The Roots (Rhizomes)
Composition: Extracted from the roots of the Iris by steam distillation
Colour: A pale yellow coloured liquid
Quality: Sweet, floral, earthy and powdery scent characteristic of Iris
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Main Uses: For use in perfumery and in creating your own blends, Cosmetic use in creams and lotions etc
Note: Middle to Base Note, Excellent Fixative

Orris or Iris Root pure essential oil traditionally produced by enfleurage or solvent extraction is a treasured and difficult to source oil often used in the best perfumery. It grows throughout Europe but mostly in southern France and Tuscany and as far south as North Africa where it is grown for oil production. The reason why it is so expensive is that 100 kg of roots produce only 100ml of oil, which can be obtained only after 3 years of storage. It is one of the oldest of natural ingredients used in this way and many of the big brand perfumes use it as a fixative. It has also been traditionally used to preserve and add exquisite fragrance to pomanders. It has a sweet, delicate powdery scent.

Our Iris Essential Oil produced in Upper Egypt is the next best thing but at a very affordable price. It is extracted from the roots of the Iris by steam distillation to produce a unique and characteristic Iris essential oil with warm floral, green, earthy and powdery undertones.

For External Cosmetic Use Only

Pure Absolute Oils or Essential Oils should always be diluted with a carrier oil such as grapeseed oil or sweet almond oil before using on the skin. A patch test is recommended to see if your skin is sensitive to the product. 

Keep away from eyes, sensitive areas, babies, children and pets.

COA available on request.

1ml sample supplied in a 5ml clear flint 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 where available first to ensure that you are happy with the product as we do not refund opened items

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