Orris Root Powder - 100g
Orris Root Powder - 100g
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Orris Root Powder is a finely milled powder from the aged rhizomes of Iris germanica . It is a Renaissance-era favourite in cosmetics, perfumery and aromatic home care, prized for its soft violet-like scent, silky feel and ability to help fix fragrance. Orris root is useful in perfumery powders, sachets, potpourri, dry shampoo, talcum-style body powders, bath salts, tooth powder blends and scented crafts. It also has traditional apothecary uses, but internal use should be approached cautiously because large doses can cause adverse effects.
♡ Why we love it: Orris root brings elegance to natural fragrance and beauty projects. It adds a powdery floral note, improves scent longevity and gives dry cosmetic blends a soft, silky glide.
Key properties
- Botanical Name: Iris germanica
- Also Known As: Oris Root
- Plant Part: Rhizome
- Form: Powder
- Aroma: Soft, powdery, violet-like and floral
- Profile: Traditional perfumery fixative, aromatic powder and cosmetic ingredient
- Contains: Irones, natural starch, tannins and resins
- Suitable For: Perfumery Powders, Sachets, Potpourri, Tinctures, Dry Shampoo, Body Powders, Bath Salts, Tooth Powders And Scented Crafts
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from light, moisture and strong odours
What it's used for
- Natural perfumery and fragrance fixative work
- Potpourri, drawer sachets and linen scent blends
- Dry shampoo and talcum-style body powders
- Face and body powders for slip and soft fragrance
- Bath salts and scented craft projects
- Herbal tooth powder and breath-freshener style preparations
- Traditional digestive or respiratory herbal use only with professional guidance
Who it's for
- Perfumers and fragrance makers
- DIY users making sachets, potpourri or scented crafts
- Cosmetic makers creating dry shampoo, body powders or bath blends
- People wanting a classic powdery floral botanical
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Large-dose use
- Casual internal use without professional guidance
- People wanting a strong liquid perfume ingredient
- Eye-area use
- Use as a substitute for professional care for coughs, diarrhoea, gallbladder concerns, spleen concerns, acne, eczema or digestive disorders
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How to use
- In Sachets And Potpourri: Blend a small amount with dried botanicals to help stabilise and soften the fragrance.
- In Perfumery Tinctures: Macerate in suitable alcohol according to a trusted perfumery method, then filter thoroughly.
- In Dry Shampoo Or Body Powder: Blend with suitable powders and use sparingly, avoiding inhalation.
- In Bath Blends: Add to bath salts or powder blends where a soft floral aroma is wanted.
- In Tooth Powders: Use only in carefully formulated oral-care blends and avoid abrasive or excessive use.
- Traditional Tea Use: Internal use should be practitioner-guided because large amounts can cause adverse effects.
Safety instructions
- Do not use when pregnant or breastfeeding
- Large doses can cause nausea, vomiting and facial neuralgia
- Avoid inhaling fine powder
- Patch test before cosmetic use
- Avoid eyes and broken or irritated skin
- Consult a healthcare practitioner before internal use or oral-care use
- Discontinue use if irritation, nausea, headache, facial discomfort or any adverse reaction occurs
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
Faqs
Q: What does Orris Root Powder smell like?
A: It has a soft, powdery, violet-like floral aroma.
Q: Why is Orris Root used in perfumery?
A: It acts as a fixative, helping fragrances last longer in powders, sachets and potpourri.
Q: Can Orris Root Powder be used in cosmetics?
A: Yes, it can be used in dry shampoos, body powders, bath salts and properly formulated cosmetic powders.
Q: Can Orris Root Powder be used during breastfeeding?
A: No, it should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
About These Botanicals
This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.
