Labdanum Absolute presents a rich balsamic profile with amber warmth, leather, smoke, and soft animalic nuances. Sweet resinous facets are balanced by dry woods and faint spice, giving a rounded, cohesive impression rather than sharp intensity. It reads deep and textural, contributing weight and cohesion to a formula.

Labdanum Absolute functions primarily as a base note and fixative. Thee absolute is very viscous and may need gentle warming or dilution in a solvent to make it workable.

Recommended concentration: 0.1–3% (high impact; start low)

Particularly effective in:
Amber, oriental, leather, and chypre structures

Blends well with:
Vanilla materials, benzoin, and amber accords
Woods (sandalwood, cedarwood, vetiver)
Florals (rose, jasmine, orange blossom)
Oakmoss, patchouli, and musks

Thick, viscous consistency, so pre-dilution in perfumer’s alcohol for easier handling and accurate dosing

Suitable for incense-style home fragrance and candles where permitted

Material Type: Absolute
Botanical Name: Cistus ladanifer
Plant Part: Resin from leaves and twigs
Extraction Method: Solvent extraction
CAS Number: 8016-26-0
Origin: Mediterranean region
Odour Profile: Sweet balsamic, amber, leathery, smoky, softly animalic
Appearance: Dark brown to black viscous liquid or semi-solid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; limited solubility in oils
Key Components: Labdanic acids, diterpenes, sesquiterpenes, ambrein-like compounds

For external use only
May cause skin sensitisation; Peru balsam is a known allergen
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 3–5 years when stored correctly