Italian Olive Fruit Absolute – Olea Europaea | Perfumery Grade

Description

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

Among the more uncommon treasures available to the contemporary natural perfumer, this Italian Olive Fruit Absolute is an extraordinary material that rewards careful exploration. Extracted from the fruit of Olea europaea, it presents a lush, fruity-green character of considerable distinction — simultaneously opulent and earthy, with an unmistakeable unctuous quality born of its remarkable lactonic structure.

The olfactory profile opens with a verdant, freshly-harvested quality — ripe olives, sun-warmed green leaves, and a faint breath of newly cut grass. Beneath this lies a fatty, oily depth that gives way to a soft, rounded fruitiness, reminiscent of ripened pear with subtle Mediterranean warmth. The lactonic character, so rarely encountered in naturals of this kind, lends a creamy smoothness that sets it apart from other green absolutes.

One of its most valued attributes for the natural perfumer is its remarkable ability to temper the harsh edges frequently associated with green aroma chemicals. Applied thoughtfully, it functions as an exceptional softening agent in synthetic-heavy natural replacer compositions, imparting authenticity and warmth without overwhelming the accord. It excels in Mediterranean-inspired creations, gourmand formulations, and complex natural green compositions seeking added dimension and longevity.

Botanical Name: Olea europaea
CAS Number: 84012-27-1
INCI Name: OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL
Country of Origin: Italy
Extraction Method: Solvent extraction (absolute)
Plant Part Used: Fruit
Odour Family: Green
Classification: Heart Note
Appearance: Pale green liquid
Longevity: Lasts over 12 hours on a smelling strip
IFRA 51: No restriction for Category 4 (100% permitted in finished product)

Blending Suggestions

Works beautifully alongside oakmoss absolute, violet leaf absolute, galbanum, labdanum, and citrus elements. Particularly effective when used to round out green chypres, fresh fougères, and contemporary unisex compositions seeking a natural olive-Mediterranean character.

Packaging

1ml sample supplied in clear flint glass; 5ml, 10ml, and 30ml sizes supplied in amber glass. All bottles are fitted with inbuilt droppers and tamper-evident caps.

Safety Information

External use only. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Not suitable for use on babies, children, or broken skin. Avoid use during pregnancy or whilst nursing. Always dilute properly and perform a patch test before first use.

Sample Policy

We strongly recommend purchasing the 1ml sample before committing to larger quantities. No refunds are available on opened items.

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