Orris Root Absolute Oil

Orris Root Absolute (Iris florentina)

CAS Number: 8002-73-1 ; 90045-89-9

EINECS: 289-954-9

Origin: Native to the Mediterranean region, primarily cultivated in Italy (particularly Tuscany), France, and Morocco. Tuscany's San Polo area near Florence has been the most renowned source for centuries, giving the plant its common name. The absolute is solvent-extracted from the dried, aged rhizomes (roots) of the Florentine iris, which belongs to the Iridaceae (iris) family. Iris florentina is one of several iris species used to produce orris root products – others include Iris pallida (the most widely used) and Iris germanica. Like all orris root products, the rhizomes must be peeled, dried, and aged for a minimum of three to five years before extraction, during which time the characteristic violet-like scent compound (irones) slowly develops. This extraordinarily long maturation process, combined with a very low yield, makes Florentine iris absolute one of the rarest and most expensive aromatic materials in the world. It has been a treasured ingredient in Italian and French perfumery since the Renaissance and remains one of the most iconic and revered materials in fine fragrance.

Scent: Rich, powdery, and exquisitely floral with a soft, violet-like, earthy character. Deep and velvety – there's a distinctive, buttery, suede-like warmth balanced by a delicate, sweet, woody depth. Faintly rooty and carrot-like with a subtle, clean, almost metallic undertone. Subtly waxy and creamy with a gentle, iris-like, powdery elegance. Dense, complex, and extraordinarily long-lasting – a sophisticated, multifaceted scent of remarkable refinement. Iris florentina absolute tends to have a slightly warmer, more buttery, more earthy quality compared to Iris pallida, with a distinctive Tuscan character. One of the most prized and iconic materials in the history of perfumery.

Uses:

• A cornerstone of fine and natural perfumery – one of the most iconic and prestigious base materials, adding extraordinary powdery depth, violet-like elegance, and unparalleled refinement to blends
• A beautiful addition to diffuser blends in very small quantities, bringing a soft, refined, luxurious atmosphere to any space
• Used in artisan candle making and soap crafting for its exquisite, powdery, floral character
• Blends beautifully with rose, violet leaf, jasmine, sandalwood, vetiver, cedarwood, bergamot, neroli, ylang ylang, and vanilla oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for floral, powdery, chypre, oriental, and luxury compositions
• A rare and precious material – a very small amount goes an extraordinarily long way in any formulation

Important Information:

• For External Use Only
• CAS Number: 8002-73-1 ; 90045-89-9 | EINECS: 289-954-9
• This is a solvent-extracted absolute, not a steam-distilled essential oil 
• 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 – iris absolute improves and deepens with age when stored correctly

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

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

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

If buying large quantities, we advise buying a 1ml sample first to ensure you are happy with the product as we do not refunded opened items for hygiene reasons

The Certificate of Analysis for this product is available on request.

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