Linden Absolute 1 kg

Linden Absolute (Tilia cordata absolute) - A Golden Essence of Sweet Floral Serenity

Linden Absolute, also known as Linden Blossom Absolute, is a precious botanical extract originating from France. This exquisite golden liquid captures the delicate, sweet, and powdery floral aroma of linden blossoms, offering a unique and captivating scent profile. Obtained through a meticulous extraction process, Linden Absolute is celebrated for its ability to impart a luxurious and calming fragrance to a wide array of handcrafted creations. It boasts excellent solubility in 90% alcohol, making it an ideal choice for perfumery and alcohol-based cosmetic formulations. While it does not readily dissolve in oil or water, its concentrated nature means only a small amount is needed to achieve a profound aromatic impact.

Versatile Applications in Craft and Creation:

Linden Absolute's enchanting fragrance and unique properties make it a cherished ingredient across various creative and cosmetic applications:

• Perfumery: At the heart of many sophisticated fragrances, Linden Absolute serves as a beautiful middle or top note. Its sweet, honeyed floral scent adds a delicate complexity to perfumes, colognes, and body mists, evoking feelings of spring and tranquility. It's particularly valued in fine perfumery for its nuanced and natural aroma.

• Cosmetic and Skincare Products:

  • Creams and Lotions: When incorporated into alcohol-based lotions or creams, it imparts a subtle, lingering floral scent, enhancing the sensory experience of daily skincare routines. Its calming aroma can contribute to a sense of well-being.
  • Body Oils and Serums (Alcohol-based): For luxurious body oils or serums formulated with a small alcohol content, Linden Absolute can provide a delicate and uplifting fragrance, making them a pleasure to use.
  • Bath and Shower Gels (with solubilizer): While not directly soluble in water, a suitable solubilizer can help incorporate Linden Absolute into bath and shower gels, creating an aromatic and soothing cleansing experience.
  • Hair Products (Alcohol-based): In hair mists, leave-in conditioners, or styling products with an alcohol base, it can add a lovely, fresh floral scent to the hair.
  • Facial Mists and Toners (Alcohol-based): A small percentage can be added to alcohol-based facial mists or toners for an aromatic, refreshing effect, contributing to a sense of calm.

• Handmade Soaps: In cold process or melt-and-pour soaps, Linden Absolute, when adequately dispersed with a suitable carrier, can infuse the soap with its sweet floral notes, transforming a simple wash into an indulgent ritual. Its gentle aroma is perfect for creating luxurious, natural-smelling soap bars.

• Handmade Candles: When blended with appropriate candle waxes, Linden Absolute creates a serene and inviting ambiance. The sweet, powdery floral scent fills the air, making it perfect for creating a relaxing atmosphere in any room. Its unique profile sets it apart from more common floral candle scents.

• Creative and Decorative Projects:

  • Scented Potpourri: Drip a few drops onto dried flowers and botanicals to create custom scented potpourri, perfect for adding a natural, sophisticated aroma to living spaces.
  • Aromatic Sachets: Use to scent fabric sachets for drawers, closets, or linen cupboards, imparting a delicate, long-lasting floral freshness to textiles.
  • Diffuser Blends (Alcohol-based): While not an essential oil, its solubility in alcohol makes it suitable for creating unique aromatic blends for reed diffusers with an alcohol base, offering a continuous diffusion of its calming fragrance.

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Cosmetic Recipe: Soothing Linden Blossom Alcohol-Based Facial Mist

This recipe utilizes Linden Absolute's solubility in alcohol to create a refreshing and aromatically pleasing facial mist.

Instructions:

1. In a clean, dark glass bottle or beaker, combine the high-proof ethyl alcohol and distilled water (Phase A). Stir gently.
2. In a separate small, clean glass container, carefully measure out the Linden Absolute (Phase B).
3. Add the glycerin to the Linden Absolute and stir briefly to combine. Glycerin can help slightly with solubility and will add a touch of hydration.
4. Slowly add the Linden Absolute/Glycerin mixture (Phase B) to the alcohol/water solution (Phase A), stirring constantly to ensure complete dispersion of the absolute.
5. Cap the bottle tightly and shake gently to ensure all components are well mixed.
6. For optimal fragrance development, allow the mist to "marinate" for at least 24-48 hours before use.

Application Recommendations:

Close your eyes and lightly mist your face from an arm's length distance after cleansing, or anytime your skin needs a refreshing boost and a calming aroma. Avoid direct contact with eyes. This mist is ideal for use as a hydrating toner or simply to refresh your senses throughout the day. Due to the alcohol content, it's best suited for normal to oily skin types. If you have sensitive or dry skin, consider a patch test first. Store in a cool, dark place to preserve the fragrance.