Oakmoss

Description :

Overview of Oakmoss

Evernia prunastri is a lichen that grows mainly on oak trees in Europe and North Africa. It is collected as a key ingredient in perfumes.  It has a complex aroma with earthy, woody, mossy, leathery, and slightly musky notes, along with a hint of damp forest floor.  Oakmoss absolute or extract is usually dark green to brown and is valued for its ability to hold volatile top notes in place and make fragrances last longer. It has been an essential part of chypre and fougère fragrances for a long time, adding depth, longevity, and a natural balance. 

Applications of Oakmoss

Fine Fragrance & Perfumery

Oakmoss forms the heart of many classical and contemporary chypre and fougère perfumes, blending naturally with bergamot, patchouli, labdanum, lavender, and musk. It imparts a rich, long-lasting woody-mossy foundation and softens synthetic notes for a more natural aspect. Despite regulatory restrictions limiting its use due to allergenic compounds, perfumers use oakmoss selectively or use alternatives like Evernyl to retain its rich, signature aroma.
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Aromatherapy & Personal Care

Oakmoss essential oil is also employed in aromatherapy for grounding and calming effects, while included in soaps, creams, and lotions for its earthy fragrance and mild skin-soothing properties.
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Home & Air Care Products

Used in candles, incense, and air fresheners, oakmoss enhances ambiance with its natural, forest-like, resilient aroma, providing a sophisticated and cozy sensory environment.​

Safety & Handling Guidelines

• Due to allergenic potential, oakmoss use in perfumes is limited and regulated by IFRA; usage should always adhere to safety guidelines.​
• Always handle raw oakmoss resin or absolute with care; wear gloves and safety protection to avoid possible skin irritation.​
• Store in a cool, dark, airtight container away from light, heat, and oxidants to maintain quality and shelf life.
• Avoid inhaling concentrated dust or vapors, and dispose of waste in accordance with environmental standards.
• Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed toxicology and safe handling information.
  
  

Where to Buy Oakmoss?

Oakmoss Supplier in India

ChemicalBull supplies premium oakmoss absolute and extract, sourced sustainably, for perfumery, cosmetic formulations, and aromatherapy.

Oakmoss Distributor & Manufacturer in Vapi

ChemicalBull offers bulk quantities and tailored packaging options for fragrance houses and home care product manufacturers.

Oakmoss MSDS

ChemicalBull provides full Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documentation to ensure safe and compliant handling of oakmoss materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does oakmoss smell like?
   

   Oakmoss offers a rich, damp forest floor aroma with woody, mossy, leathery, and slightly musky undertones, complex and natural.​
   
   

2. Where is oakmoss sourced from?
   

   It is harvested from lichens growing on oak trees in unpolluted European and North African forests.
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3. What role does oakmoss play in perfumery?
   

   It is a foundational base note and fixative, essential in chypre and fougère accords, anchoring and extending fragrance longevity.​
   
   

4. Is the use of oakmoss regulated?
   

   Yes, due to allergenic constituents, oakmoss use is restricted by IFRA and must be used within safe concentrations.​
   
   

5. Are synthetic alternatives available?
   

   Yes, molecules like Evernyl mimic oakmoss aroma adhering to regulatory requirements but natural oakmoss remains irreplaceable for full olfactory complexity.