Orris Root absolute oil | Abbey Essentials
ORRIS ROOT ABSOLUTE OIL
Botanical name: Iris pallida
WHY CHOOSE ABBEY ESSENTIALS ORRIS ROOT ABSOLUTE OIL?
Sourced from carefully aged Moroccan rhizomes and processed to preserve its rich, powdery-woody accord, our Orris Root absolute brings unparalleled fixative qualities and a depth of fragrance prized by perfumers.
OVERVIEW
This deep base-note oil may help to ground complex blends and traditionally used as a mellow fixative in luxurious fragrances.
NOTES
- Top Note: Subtle floral haze
- Middle Note: Powdery iris heart
- Base Note: Warm woody musk
SCENT FAMILY
Floral · Woody · Powdery
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION
A velvety bouquet of iris petals with rich, earthy-woody depth and a soft powdery finish.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
Diuretic · Expectorant · Soothing · Fixative
VOLATILITY & EVAPORATION RATE
Slow; anchors top and middle notes, releasing its powdery-woody character over time.
PLANT ORIGIN & PRODUCTION
- Botanical Source: Iris pallida
- Grown in: Morocco
- Plant Part: Aged root rhizomes
- Extraction Method: Solvent extraction to concrete, then absolute
- Aroma Profile: Powdery-floral with woody-musk depth
TRADITION & NATURAL WELLNESS USE
Revered since ancient times as a fixative in pomanders and high-end perfumes, Orris Root absolute also features in traditional remedies to ease coughs and digestive discomfort.
- May help to soothe respiratory discomfort when vaporized
- May help to support urinary health as a mild diuretic
- May help to stabilise and deepen aromatic blends
IDEAL FOR
- Luxury perfumery fixative blends
- Deep base-note body oils
- High-end home fragrance compositions
POPULAR USES
PERFUMERY & FRAGRANCE
Add 1–2 drops to perfume bases to anchor and enrich floral and woody accords.
HOLISTIC & WELLNESS ROUTINES
Diffuse sparingly to promote a calming, grounding atmosphere.
DIY SKINCARE & BEAUTY
Blend (?1 %) into creams for a softening, powdery nuance.
CAUTION
Always dilute Orris Root 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.
Orris Root · Iris pallida · Absolute · Powdery · Fixative
