Labdanum 10% in DPG

Labdanum 10% in DPG

• INCI Name:
  Cistus Ladaniferus Resin Extract (and) Dipropylene Glycol (DPG)
• Molecular Formula:
  Not a single formula (complex natural resin mixture)
  Key constituents include labdane diterpenes and resin acids
• CAS Number:
  • Labdanum extract: 8016-26-0
  • DPG: 25265-71-8
• Alternate Names:
  • Labdanum Resin
  • Cistus Resin
  • Rock Rose Extract
  • Amber Resin
  • Labdanum Absolute Type
  • 10% Labdanum Solution
• Benefits & Uses (Short):
  • Rich amber, balsamic, leathery, sweet resin aroma
  • Strong natural fixative for perfumes
  • Adds depth and warmth to oriental and chypre accords
  • Used in perfumes, incense, candles, soaps, attars
  • Enhances longevity and richness of fragrance compositions
• How It Works (Short):
  • Acts as a heavy natural resin base note material with strong substantivity
  • Resin components slow evaporation of lighter fragrance molecules, improving longevity
  • Provides a complex amber-woody-balsamic odor that enriches perfume bases
  • DPG acts as a carrier solvent, ensuring smooth dilution and easy blending
  • Enhances diffusion by creating a warm, resinous “base aura” in compositions
  • Helps bind floral, woody, and musky notes into a unified long-lasting accord

• FAQs:

  Q: Why is Labdanum used in perfumes?
  A: It provides amber depth, warmth, and strong fixative properties.

  Q: Is Labdanum natural?
  A: Yes, it is a natural resin from the rock rose plant (Cistus ladanifer).

  Q: Why is it diluted in DPG?
  A: Because it is very thick and strong; dilution improves handling and dosing accuracy.

  Q: What does it smell like?
  A: Warm amber, sweet balsamic, leathery, slightly smoky resin.

  Q: What perfumes use it most?
  A: Oriental, chypre, amber, and niche luxury fragrances.