Oakmoss

Evernia prunastri L. (Oakmoss) absolute is produced via a solvent and alcohol process from lichen that grows predominately on oak trees. Oakmoss possesses a damp green earthy aroma that softens pointy herbaceous notes into a dusty hue that I find similar to petrichor. It is a terrific ingredient in natural perfumes as it works as a fixative and is a key ingredient in Fougère (French for 'fern') type perfumes especially with the addition of the sweet coumarin notes of tonka bean.

Oakmoss is not a substance used in Aromatherapy or in cosmetics, however, it has been used extensively by independent natural perfumers and in the commercial fragrance industry for over a hundred years.

Oakmoss contains a constituent known as 'atranol' which has been deemed a contact allergen.  However, the Oakmoss used in our products contains a low percentage of atranol. According to The International Fragrance Association and the United States Federal Drug Administration the acceptable level of Oakmoss must not exceed 0.1% our products are in compliance as we do not use Oakmoss at levels greater than 0.04%. Eden Botanicals is a reputable supplier of Oakmoss.

While striving to be completely transparent when it comes to our ingredients, we cannot guarantee that every ingredient will work for every person. Therefore we encourage our clients to read through all of the ingredients listed on this Site before you purchase.

We recommend that you test all of our products on a small area of skin to check for any possible allergic reactions. Apply a small amount to the skin on your inner arm. If redness, burning, itching or irritation occurs, stop using the product immediately and wash with soap and water to clean the affected area and if necessary seek advice from a medical practitioner.

Products that contain Oakmoss:
Sapient Salvia
Nirvana
Chang'e
Flora
Electrum
Nerola
Nefertiti 

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