Blue Cypress is warm, woody, and quietly complex. Balsamic and faintly sweet, with an earthy, resinous depth and a cool, slightly camphoraceous edge. Faintly medicinal without being clinical; its character sits closer to a dry, aromatic wood than to the sharp, green freshness of Mediterranean cypress. The ink-blue colour comes from guaiazulene and chamazulene - the same azulene compounds responsible for the blue of German chamomile - and lends it an immediately recognisable visual identity.

Blue Cypress works as a middle to base note and fixative with genuine staying power.

Recommended concentration: 1–5% in the finished formulation.

Particularly effective in:

Woody, earthy, and resinous base structures
Australian native-themed or bush-inspired compositions
Men's fragrances and unisex woody orientals
Meditation and grounding aromatherapy blends
Skincare and cosmetic formulations where its anti-inflammatory properties are relevant

Blends well with:
Australian natives like sandalwood, lemon myrtle, kunzea, tea tree
Resins like frankincense, labdanum, benzoin
Woods like cedarwood, vetiver, patchouli
Citrus like bergamot, yuzu, grapefruit
Florals like neroli, ylang ylang

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including candles, home fragrance, and skincare where a warm, woody-balsamic character is desired.

Can turn semi-solid in cool temperatures, so warm gently in a water bath before use if needed.

Material Type: Essential oil
Botanical Name: Callitris intratropica
Plant Part: Heartwood and bark
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
CAS Number: 187348-13-6
Origin: Australia (Northern Territory)
Odour Profile: Woody, balsamic, warm, earthy, faintly camphoraceous, resinous
Appearance: Deep cobalt blue to blue-green liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils
Key Components: Guaiol, alpha-eudesmol, beta-eudesmol, bulnesol, dihydrocolumellarin, guaiazulene
Regulatory Status: SDS and/or IFRA documentation can be supplied upon request where available.

For external use only. Do not ingest
Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. May be fetotoxic
Dilute before skin application; patch test recommended for sensitive skin
Use in a well-ventilated area
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight
Shelf life: 3–4 years when stored correctly