Olive Leaf Absolute — Olea europaea | Green Herbaceous | H Reynaud Fils, Origin Egypt

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

Olive Leaf Absolute — The Green Soul of the Mediterranean

The olive tree is one of the oldest cultivated plants on earth — a symbol of the Mediterranean world for five thousand years. Its absolute, solvent extracted by H Reynaud Fils, established 1898, from the green and silvery leaves of Olea europaea cultivated in Egypt, occupies a unique position in the natural perfumer's green palette. Unlike galbanum or violet leaf, olive leaf brings something distinctly its own: a slightly bitter, olivaceous greenness with herbaceous and woody undertones that adds an authentic Mediterranean character impossible to achieve any other way.

Scent Profile

Green, herbaceous, and immediately evocative — the characteristic olive leaf signature is fresh and slightly bitter, with the distinctive scent of the living leaf rather than the fruit or oil. A slightly resinous, woody drydown grounds the green opening with quiet authority. Greenish-brown in appearance and mobile in consistency, it blends discreetly but contributes unmistakably.

Perfumery Applications

Olive leaf absolute is primarily a modifier and character note — a green accent that adds Mediterranean authenticity to compositions. It strengthens and deepens green accords, functioning particularly well alongside galbanum in marine and aquatic compositions. It contrasts beautifully with sweet floral materials — the bitterness of the olive leaf cutting through excessive sweetness and adding complexity.

Blending Suggestions

Pairs beautifully with galbanum, violet leaf, bergamot, lemon, neroli, rose absolute, jasmine, geranium, clary sage, cedarwood, sandalwood, oakmoss, labdanum, vetiver, and marine accords.

Technical Details

• Botanical Name: Olea europaea L.
• Common Name: Olive Leaf
• Botanical Family: Oleaceae
• Supplier: H Reynaud Fils, established 1898, France
• Origin: Egypt
• Plant Part: Leaves
• Extraction Method: Solvent extraction (absolute)
• Classification: Middle to base note
• Appearance: Mobile liquid — supplied in DPG carrier for ease of handling, standard industry practice
• Odour Family: Green / Herbaceous / Bitter / Mediterranean
• Natural: Yes — 100% pure natural absolute

Packaging

1ml sample supplied in a 5ml clear flint glass bottle. 5ml, 10ml and 30ml supplied in amber glass bottles — all with inbuilt droppers and tamper evident caps.

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

We recommend purchasing a 1ml sample first before committing to larger quantities. Please note that no refunds can be offered on opened items.

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