Tonka Bean Absolute is often used as a fixative oil. This sticky viscous liquid version has warm and sweet notes, reminiscent of caramel, almond and tobacco. This delightful aroma makes it a heavily used absolute in the perfumery industry.

Botanical Name: Dipteryx odorata

Part Typically used: Beans from ripe fruit

Extraction Method: Solvent extraction

Consistency: Solid

Soluble: Alcohol

Origin: Brazil

Note: Base Note, Excellent Fixative

Blends well with: Tonka bean pairs well with a wide range of other perfume aromas:
Oud oil - for depth and a hint of exoticism.
Fruity scents - the tonka bean lends depth and warmth to the smell.
Smokey scents - Tonka bean pairs well with smokey components, softening them slightly.
Citrus notes - Tonka provides strength and a powdered texture to lemony scents.
Musk - To enhance sensuality, tonka bean balances out the animalic dirtiness of musky aromas

Amber, Ambrette, Bergamot and other Citrus oils, Boronia, Butter CO2, Carnation, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clary Sage, Clove, Coconut, Hay, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Lavandin, Lavender, Linden Blossom, Liquidambar (Styrax) Oleoresin, Neroli, Oakmoss, Orange Blossom, Orris, Osmanthus, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Tobacco, Tuberose, Vanilla, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang.

PLEASE NOTE: Tonka Bean Absolute is not recommended for aromatherapy; it is intended for use in perfumery only. It is completely alcohol soluble but has a thick consistency which would benefit from gently warming prior to use.

All absolutes are exceedingly concentrated by nature. Unless you are used to the undiluted aroma, all absolutes should not be appraised in their pure form. We strongly advise those who are unfamiliar with absolutes to identify them only after dilution. Otherwise, people with untrained olfactory sensibilities will be confused by the intricacy of the aroma, particularly the unusual and exotic elements.

Safety Considerations: None known. Dilute before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.

Zurma Essential Oils - Highest Quality Pure and Natural

At Zurma we go to great lengths to ensure that we only sell the highest quality pure and natural essential oils. We have searched the world for the best essential oils. Our in-house quality control system ensures that this high standard is maintained for all our essential oils. Every essential oil comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) test to confirm that they are genuine and authentic essential oils containing their correct active constituents.

The only exception to this is with the New Zealand small scale essential oil producers we buy direct from e.g., Lavender, Mānuka, Kānuka, Tea Tree etc. This is because we know and trust these growers who distil their own essential oils.

Finally, all essential oils have to undergo our own in-house smell, appearance and feel test and if they are not up to our high standards, we simply send the product back to the supplier. Based on this quality control process we believe that the 100% Pure and Natural essential oils that Zurma supplies to our customers are of the highest quality and are excellent for use in aromatherapy. 

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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