Ambrette
Ambrette Seed Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Abelmoschus moschatus
Extraction Method: Steam distillation of seeds
Aroma Profile: Warm, sweet, musky, slightly floral, and earthy
Chemical Profile:
Ambrette essential oil is rich in musky compounds such as ambrettolide, along with farnesol, hexanolides, and other esters. Its unique musky scent makes it a natural alternative to synthetic musks often used in perfumery. The oil also contains small amounts of alcohols, ketones, and lactones.
Ambrette oil, derived from the seeds of the Abelmoschus moschatus plant, also known as musk mallow, offers a variety of uses and benefits. Here are some of the key aspects of ambrette oil:
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Ambrettolide (macrocyclic lactone): 60–70% – Provides the characteristic musky aroma and long-lasting scent.
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Farnesol: 5–10% – Adds a subtle floral, sweet undertone and enhances skin absorption.
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Hexanolides & other lactones: 5–10% – Contribute to smooth, warm, and slightly fruity notes.
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Minor components: Small amounts of alcohols, esters, ketones, and hydrocarbons that provide depth and fixative qualities.
Therapeutic Benefits:
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Aromatic Properties: Ambrette oil possesses a distinct, musky aroma with floral and fruity undertones. Its rich and exotic scent is often used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and uplift the mood. Inhaling ambrette oil can have a calming effect on the mind and body.
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Aphrodisiac Effects: Ambrette oil is renowned for its aphrodisiac properties. Its musky and sensual fragrance is believed to enhance romantic feelings, stimulate desire, and increase sensuality. It can be used to create a romantic atmosphere or as a personal fragrance to evoke intimacy and passion.
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Emotional Balance: The aroma of ambrette oil is thought to have mood-balancing effects, helping to alleviate feelings of anxiety, depression, and nervousness. It can provide emotional support during times of stress or emotional upheaval, promoting a sense of calm and well-being.
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Stress Relief: Ambrette oil's soothing aroma can help reduce stress and tension in both the mind and body. Diffusing ambrette oil or adding it to bathwater can create a relaxing environment, allowing for mental and emotional relaxation after a long day.
Lazaval Promise:
Our Ambrette Essential Oil is 100% pure, natural, and free from synthetic chemicals or isolates. Sourced mostly from organic-certified growers, it embodies the true essence of nature in every drop. Many of our nature perfumes used Ambrette oil as a base or a top note.
WHAT WE USE?
Every Lazaval perfume is a harmonious blend of these natural elements, designed to provide a luxurious and holistic fragrance experience.
Lazaval Perfumes is proudly transparent about every ingredient used in our 100% Natural Perfumes. The majority of our essential oils, absolutes, and carrier oils are sourced from certified organic suppliers. We are committed to using only pure, natural materials—free from any synthetic or artificial additives.
This is the complete list of ingredients we generally use in our perfumery. In the future, we may introduce custom perfumery services for a truly bespoke experience, where you’ll be able to select from this very list to create your own unique scent.
Discover the full spectrum of our natural ingredients on our Ingredients Page.