Rosewood is a cherished ingredient in fragrances, known for its warm and woody aroma. Historically, rosewood has been used in perfumery for its calming scent and symbolic associations with healing and protection. Over the centuries, the use of rosewood in fragrances has remained popular, with it being a key note in many woody and oriental perfumes. Today, rosewood continues to be a staple in the fragrance industry, appreciated for its soothing scent and the depth it brings to a fragrance.
Natural or Synthetic?
Natural Rosewood oil is extracted through steam distillation of the wood chips and sawdust of the rosewood tree. However, due to over-harvesting and sustainability concerns, the use of natural rosewood has decreased. Synthetic alternatives, such as linalool, which is a major component of natural rosewood oil, are used to replicate the scent. These synthetics provide a similar warm, woody, and slightly floral aroma and are more environmentally sustainable and cost-effective.
Fragrance Families Rosewood Most Commonly Found In
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