Costus Olifac (10% in DPG)

Costus Olifac presents a warm, animalic profile with facets of skin, suede, soft spice, and a faintly rooty undertone. At this dilution, the character is rounded and transparent, contributing intimacy and depth rather than overt animalic force. It adds realism and texture, particularly in darker or floral-animalic compositions.

Costus Olifac is used primarily as a modifier or base accent, bringing warmth and sensuality in trace to small amounts.

Recommended concentration (of the 10% dilution): up to 3%

Particularly effective in:
Animalic, leather, and vintage-inspired perfumes
Chypres and orientals needing warmth and realism

Blends well with:
Rose, jasmine, and narcotic florals
Leather notes, labdanum, and musks
Woods such as sandalwood and cedarwood

The DPG dilution makes it suitable for perfumery trials, controlled dosing, and diffusion in alcohol-based formulas

A little goes a very long way, even at dilution.

Material Type: Aroma material, pre-diluted
Product Name: Costus Olifac
Dilution: 10% in Di Propylene Glycol (DPG)
CAS Number: Proprietary / mixture
Odour Profile: Animalic, musky, leathery, warm, slightly spicy
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils
Key Components: Costus-type aroma molecules (proprietary composition), di propylene glycol (carrier)
Regulatory Status: IFRA Certificate of Conformity supplied by the manufacturer to The Parfum Apothecary