Beeswax Absolute (Apis mellifera)

Overview

It is typically processed using solvent or co2 extracted what is an absolute? what is a co2? as a method for extracting oil from the wax.

Summary

Beeswax Absolute is primarily used in perfumery and fragrancing. Though there is little documentation for this harder-to-find oil, I see its potential as being a gently soothing and calming addition to aromatherapy blends intended for emotional well-being.

Essential Facts

Aroma Description: Beeswax Absolute smells rich, sweet, floral and has a somewhat honey-like aroma.
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Synonyms(s) for Apis mellifera: Apis adansonii, Apis aenigmaticus, Apis australis, Apis caffra, Apis cerifera, Apis cerifera, Apis daurica, Apis fasciata, Apis gregaria, Apis intermissa, Apis mellica cypria, Apis mellica remipes, Apis mellida caucasia, Apis mellifera acervorum, Apis mellifera adami, Apis mellifera adansoni, Apis mellifera anatoliaca, Apis mellifera armeniaca, Apis mellifera artemisia, Apis mellifera capensis, Apis mellifera carnica, Apis mellifera carniolica, Apis mellifera carpatica, Apis mellifera caucasica, Apis mellifera cecropia, Apis mellifera cypria, Apis mellifera iberica, Apis mellifera iberiensis, Apis mellifera intermissa, Apis mellifera jemenitica, Apis mellifera lamarckii, Apis mellifera ligustica, Apis mellifera litorea, Apis mellifera macedonica, Apis mellifera major, Apis mellifera meda, Apis mellifera monticola, Apis mellifera nubica, Apis mellifera remipes, Apis mellifera ruttneri, Apis mellifera sahariensis, Apis mellifera scutellata, Apis mellifera siciliana, Apis mellifera sicula, Apis mellifera simensis, Apis mellifera sossimai, Apis mellifera syriaca, Apis mellifera taurica, Apis mellifera unicolor, Apis mellifica, Apis mellifica adami, Apis mellifica banatica, Apis mellifica carnica, Apis mellifica cecropia, Apis mellifica germanica, Apis mellifica hymettea, Apis mellifica nigrita, Apis mellifica rodopica, Apis mellifica sahariensis, Apis nigritarum, Apis remipes armeniaca, Apis remipes transcaucasica, Apis siciliana, Apis sicula
Botanical Family: Apidae
Botanical Genus: Apis
Perfumery Note: Base
Consistency: Medium
Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium
Color: Deep Golden Brown
Indigenous Country: Base
Processing Methods: Solvent or CO2 Extracted What is an Absolute? What is a CO2?
Part Typically Used: Wax

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Essential Details

Cautions & Safety

Safety Precautions for Beeswax Absolute:

Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and be sure to first read the recommended dilution ratios for children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications. For in-depth information on oil safety issues, read Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young.

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