Saffron Oil

Uses

• Perfumery
• Aromatherapy

Benefits

• Adds a luxurious and exotic scent to perfumes
• Possesses antioxidant and mood-enhancing properties

Description

Saffron Oil is a rare and luxurious oil known for its warm, exotic, and slightly spicy aroma, often used in high-end perfumery.

Saffron Oil is derived from the stigmas of the saffron flower. It is one of the most expensive and sought-after oils in the world due to the labor-intensive process of harvesting saffron. The oil adds a rich, exotic note to perfumes and is also revered for its potential health benefits, including antioxidant and mood-enhancing properties.

Chemical Composition

Safranal, Crocin, Picrocrocin

Extraction Methods

• CO2 Extraction

  Extraction Time: 4-5 hours

  Raw Material: 1000 grams of plant material

  Yield: 2-4% of essential oil (20-40ml per 1000g)

  Temperature Range: 31-33°C

  Water Ratio: N/A