During a visit to Thailand, I was presented with a sample of hexane-free Frangipani absolute, and its aroma was nothing short of enchanting. This exotic floral has a profoundly intense aroma, a Ménage à trois of floral, fruity, slightly spicy notes with an almost culinary sweetness. Its fragrance is luscious, floral, spicy, somewhat fruity, and sweet, with a nuance of apricot.
Frangipani absolute is produced using fresh Plumeria alba flowers grown in Thailand. The flowers are harvested in the morning and immediately processed. The extraction process is hexane-free, yielding an unmistakable and profoundly concentrated aroma. The producer ensures that only the freshest and most fragrant flowers are used, culling any flower with brown or wilted edges.
Frangipani absolute is highly concentrated, and its undiluted aroma can be overwhelming for those who are not accustomed to it. Those inexperienced with absolutes are recommended to evaluate it only after dilution to appreciate its rare and exotic notes fully. The fragrance is captivating, alluring, and sensuously euphoric, possessing reputed aphrodisiac qualities, making it a popular ingredient in high-end designer perfumes. Adequately diluted, it can also be used in candle and soap making and home fragrance items.
Frangipani's reputed properties consist of its innate ability to calm, soothe, and induce pleasure (aphrodisiac). However, it also has antioxidant skin-refreshing properties and is used in night creams, lotions, and an array of skin and body care products. Its unique aroma reminds us of nature's beauty and how we can harness its power to soothe and calm our senses. The Frangipani absolute is a treasure, rich with sensory delights and an exquisite example of nature's bounty.
Aromatherapy use: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, stress, calming, meditation, yoga
General use: Oil diffusers, potpourri, as a blending ingredient for adding pure essential oil essence to massage oil, perfume, bath oil, bath salt, bath and shower gels, spa treatment oils, creams, soap-making, candle-making
Contraindications: None known
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