Lotus absolute oil

Botanical name: Nelumbo nucifera

Why choose Abbey Essentials Lotus absolute oil?

This oil is drawn from lotus blossoms and refined to keep its floral and herbal character. It is chosen for its distinctive aroma, often used in fine perfumery and personal scent blends.

Overview

This mid note oil has an exotic floral scent with gentle herbal and warm musky tones. It is often used in fragrance work and blends made for quiet or reflective moments.

Notes

Top note: herbal
Middle note: exotic floral
Base note: soft musk

Scent family

Floral
Herbal
Oriental

Aromatic description

A full floral heart with light herbal notes and a warm musky finish.

Volatility and evaporation rate

Moderate evaporation, developing steadily as the floral heart unfolds.

Plant origin and production

Botanical source: Nelumbo nucifera
Grown in: Queensland, Australia
Plant part: Fresh flower petals
Extraction method: solvent extraction to concrete, then absolute
Aroma profile: floral with herbal top notes and a warm musky base

Tradition and natural heritage

Lotus has been used across various cultures in ceremony, symbolism and fragrance traditions, valued for its distinct scent and presence in ritual blends.

Often used in perfume bases
Sometimes added to blends prepared for quiet reflection
Common in floral accords where a warm mid note is desired

Uses

Perfumery and fragrance

Add a small amount to perfume compositions for an exotic floral heart note.

Blends for quiet rituals

Use in personal oil blends or diffusers during calm or reflective practices.

DIY skincare and beauty

Incorporate at low levels in creams or lotions to add a warm floral scent.

Caution

Always dilute Lotus absolute oil to 2% - 5% in a carrier oil before applying to skin. Not recommended for internal use. Do not use during pregnancy or on children. Perform a patch test before first use. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Lotus | Nelumbo nucifera | Absolute | Floral | Warm