Labdanum EO

Labdanum is a sticky brown resin distilled from the shrubs Cistus ladanifer species of rockrose. It has a long history of use in herbal medicine and as a perfume ingredient. Labdanum is a small sticky shrub which grows up to 3m high with lance shaped leaves that are white and furry on the underside, and fragrant white flowers.

Scent Profile:
Labdanum has a green yet warm sweet, musky, amber scent. This is used as a perfume fixative.

Blend well with:
Most Essential Oils

Precautions:
It is considered non-toxic but since it can stimulate the uterine muscle it should not be used during pregnancy, nor by people with kidney problems. It is non-sensitizing, but some people do have a reaction to it, and it is generally wise to us this oil in moderation.

Flash Point:
120F