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Escentia Calamus Pure Essential Oil

Escentia Calamus Pure Essential Oil

Regular price R 575.00
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INCI: Acorus calamus

Escentia Calamus Pure Essential Oil is a 100% pure essential oil steam distilled from the roots of Acorus calamus . It is primarily used in natural perfumery and aromatic blending, where its deep, warm, spicy character can add complexity and depth to a formulation. This is a highly concentrated botanical ingredient that is used in very small amounts and is not a ready-to-use finished product. It is best suited to experienced makers working with essential oils in carefully diluted applications.

♡ Why we love it: Calamus is one of those more unusual aromatic oils that can bring real character to a blend. We love it for its rich, distinctive profile and the way it adds depth to more complex perfume and aromatic compositions.

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  • Botanical Name: Acorus calamus
  • Country Of Origin: India
  • Form: Liquid essential oil
  • Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the roots
  • Suitable For: Cosmetic Use
  • Natural perfumery blends
  • Aromatic oil blends
  • Fragrance-focused body oil formulations, properly diluted
  • Adding depth and warmth to more complex scent profiles
  • Small-quantity use in specialist cosmetic fragrance work

    This Product Is For:

  • Perfumers and experienced aromatic blenders
  • Formulators creating fragrance-led cosmetic products
  • Makers looking for a more unusual essential oil profile
  • Those working with concentrated botanical ingredients in very small amounts
  • This Product Is Not For:

  • Direct use on the skin without dilution
  • Internal use
  • Casual use without care or formulation knowledge
  • Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding without professional guidance
  • As a Perfume Ingredient: Use sparingly in natural fragrance blends where a deep, spicy, woody note is wanted.
  • As an Aromatic Blend Ingredient: Blend in very small amounts with other suitable essential oils or carriers.
  • As a Cosmetic Ingredient: Add only at low levels to properly formulated oil-based cosmetic products.
  • Processing Tip: Start extremely low, as calamus has a strong and distinctive aroma that can quickly dominate a blend.
  • Processing Tip: This oil is better suited to experienced makers working with more complex aromatic profiles.
  • For external use only
  • Do not ingest
  • Always dilute before applying to skin
  • Use with care, as this is a highly concentrated essential oil
  • Best used by, or under the guidance of, trained aromatherapists or experienced formulators
  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets
  • Store tightly sealed away from sunlight and heat
  • If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional advice before use

Q: What is calamus essential oil mainly used for?
A: It is mainly used in perfumery and aromatic blending where a distinctive, concentrated botanical note is desired.

Q: Can I apply this oil directly to my skin?
A: No. It should always be properly diluted and used with care.

Q: Is this a beginner-friendly essential oil?
A: It is better suited to experienced users because it is highly concentrated and has a strong aromatic profile.

Q: What does calamus essential oil smell like?
A: It is generally appreciated for its warm, spicy, woody aromatic character.

Q: Can I use this as a ready-to-use wellness oil?
A: No. This is a concentrated cosmetic ingredient for external aromatic use, not a ready-to-use finished product.

About Essential Oils In General

Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences. The ingestion of essential oils is not recommended without prior advice from your health care practitioner. Dilute in a carrier or base when necessary. Read our quick guide: Essential Oils

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