Tonka Bean Absolute for Perfumery, Cosmetics and Aromatic Products
Tonka Bean Absolute is obtained from the seeds of Dipteryx odorata through extraction. This highly concentrated natural aromatic ingredient has a warm, sweet, and complex fragrance profile and is widely used in professional perfumery, cosmetics, soap making, candles, and home fragrance products.
In the Mylo Opt assortment, the product is available in the Absolutes Wholesale category. Tonka Bean Absolute is valued by fragrance manufacturers for its combination of vanilla, almond, caramel, spicy, and woody nuances.
Aroma Profile of Tonka Bean Absolute
Tonka Bean Absolute has a warm, deep, and sophisticated scent character. In perfumery, it is appreciated for creating smooth sweet bases and adding volume to fragrance compositions.
Main aromatic notes:
vanilla sweetness
almond nuances
caramel accords
spicy accents
dried fruit notes
warm woody base
soft tobacco nuance
The absolute develops gradually, which makes it a popular base note in complex fragrance formulas.
Perfumery Applications
Tonka Bean Absolute is widely used in the creation of:
niche perfumes
perfume oils
solid perfumes
aromatic concentrates
complex fragrance compositions
It is especially popular in oriental, gourmand, amber, and woody fragrances.
Harmonious combinations:
Vanilla
Sandalwood
Patchouli
Benzoin
Labdanum
Cedarwood
Cocoa
Coffee
Rose
Jasmine
Citrus notes
Together with sweet and woody ingredients, tonka creates warm, rich, and layered fragrance profiles.
Cosmetic Applications
In cosmetics, Tonka Bean Absolute is used as an aromatic ingredient for creating distinctive personal care products.
Applications include:
body creams
body butters
oil serums
balms
solid perfumes
spa products
aromatic care products
For oil-based formulas, the ingredient blends well with:
Jojoba Oil
Almond Oil
MCT Oil
Shea Butter
Grapeseed Oil
In emulsions, the absolute is added during the cool-down phase below 40°C.
Soap Making and Aromatic Products
Tonka Bean Absolute is used to create aromatic soap collections with warm sweet and spicy notes.
Suitable applications:
handmade natural soap
gift sets
aromatic collections
bath products
gourmand soap concepts
In soap formulas, tonka develops beautifully with vanilla, cocoa, coffee, woody, and spicy aromas.
Candles and Home Fragrance
Tonka Bean Absolute is used in the production of:
soy candles
wax melts
reed diffusers
aromatic sachets
interior fragrance blends
It creates cozy fragrance directions with notes of vanilla desserts, chocolate, coffee, spices, and warm woods.
Compatibility with the wax base and fragrance stability after heating should be tested before production.
INCI and Botanical Source
INCI:
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
Botanical name:
Dipteryx odorata
The ingredient name for finished products should follow the supplier documentation.
Characteristics
Appearance thick liquid or dense aromatic mass.
Color brown to dark brown.
Odor sweet, vanilla, almond, spicy.
Water solubility insoluble.
Compatible with alcohol bases, oils, and perfume compositions.
Suggested Use Levels
Perfume compositions 0.5-10%
Cosmetic products 0.05-1%
Perfume oils 1-10%
Soap 0.1-2%
Candles 1-5%
Diffusers according to base testing
Warm Perfume Composition Formula with Tonka Bean Absolute
Perfumery Alcohol 85 g
Tonka Bean Absolute 5 g
Vanilla Absolute 3 g
Sandalwood Essential Oil 3 g
Bergamot Essential Oil 2 g
Cedarwood Essential Oil 2 g
Blend all ingredients in a glass bottle. Allow the composition to mature for 10-14 days in a dark place for a more harmonious fragrance development.