Lavender, extract of absolute

At a glance

Lavender absolute is obtained by solvent‑extracting the flowering tops of Lavandula angustifolia (commonly from France, Bulgaria, England). It yields a fresh, herbaceous‑floral aroma with sweet‑citrus nuances, widely used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

One of several trade forms of Lavender catalogued here, see the full family →

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