Frangipani Absolute Oil

Plumeria obtusa · Soft Exotic Spicy-Floral

Frangipani Absolute is a soft, exotic, spicy-floral material solvent extracted from the flowers of Plumeria obtusa, from India. With a sweet, tropical floral aroma and a whisper of spice, this frangipani absolute is a luxurious, sensual note treasured in fine perfumery.

Quick Facts

• Botanical Name: Plumeria obtusa

• Common Name: Frangipani, plumeria

• Family: Apocynaceae

• Source: Flowers

• Origin: India

• Processing Method: Solvent extraction (absolute)

• Colour / Consistency: Dark, rich viscous liquid

Aroma Profile

Frangipani has a soft, sweet, exotic floral aroma with a gentle spicy nuance — a rich, tropical floral note.

Blends beautifully with: Frangipani pairs with citrus, floral and musky materials, including Bergamot, Ambrette, Mandarin, Lime, Sandalwood, and Ylang Ylang.

The Temple Flower

Frangipani (Plumeria obtusa), the fragrant temple flower, yields a soft, sweet, exotic floral absolute with a gentle spicy character. It is a luxurious, sensual note treasured in tropical and floral perfumery.

Harvesting & Extraction

Frangipani absolute is produced by solvent extraction of the flowers, yielding a concrete and then the absolute.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

• Fine perfumery — a soft, exotic tropical-floral heart note.

• Natural fragrance — a sensual floral for niche compositions.

• Aromatherapy — a calming, uplifting note in aromatherapy blends.

• Skincare — a luxurious floral note in natural cosmetics.

Related Oils You May Like

For more soft, exotic tropical-floral absolutes, explore related materials: Jasmine Absolute, Ylang Ylang Absolute, Boronia Absolute, and our pure floral absolutes.

Caution: Frangipani absolute is a rich, concentrated floral, so dilute well and patch test; best avoided during pregnancy. Absolutes are highly concentrated and contain trace extraction solvent, so always dilute well before use, patch test, and use externally only. Not for internal use. Keep out of reach of children.

Technical Analysis

Key Constituents

Typical Composition · Qualitative

Frangipani is rich in floral aromatics including benzyl salicylate, linalool and phenylethanol. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

Safety Summary

• Hazards: Rich concentrated floral.

• Contraindications: Dilute well; patch test; avoid in pregnancy.

Technical Notes

• True floral — Frangipani is a genuine flower absolute (Plumeria obtusa).

• Batch documentation — Specification and batch documentation available on request.

Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is frangipani absolute?
It is a soft, exotic, spicy-floral material solvent extracted from the flowers of Plumeria obtusa (frangipani), from India.

What does frangipani smell like?
Soft, sweet and exotic-floral with a gentle spicy nuance.

What is it used for?
Fine perfumery, natural fragrance, aromatherapy and skincare.

Is it a true floral absolute?
Yes — it is solvent extracted directly from plumeria flowers.