Different techniques for different materials and desired outcomes
This traditional method uses steam to vaporize volatile compounds from plant material. The steam carries the essential oils, which are then condensed and separated.
Ideal for: Most plant materials including herbs, flowers, and citrus peels. Produces clean, concentrated essential oils suitable for perfumery applications.
A delicate process used for fragile flowers that cannot withstand heat. Petals are placed on a layer of fat, which absorbs their fragrance over time.
Ideal for: Delicate flowers like jasmine and tuberose. Preserves the most subtle and complex aspects of floral fragrances that might be lost in distillation.
Modern supercritical fluid extraction using carbon dioxide. Operates at low temperatures, preserving heat-sensitive compounds and producing highly pure extracts.
Ideal for: Materials requiring gentle treatment. Produces extracts that closely match the natural scent profile of the source material without thermal degradation.
Plant material is placed in a still, and steam is passed through it. The heat causes the essential oil to evaporate along with the steam. The mixture is then cooled, and the oil separates from the water.
The quality of the resulting essential oil depends on factors such as steam temperature, distillation time, and the condition of the source material. Careful control of these variables ensures consistent, high-quality extracts.
This labor-intensive method involves repeatedly replacing flower petals on a fat base until the fat is saturated with fragrance. The resulting pomade is then washed with alcohol to extract the absolute.
While time-consuming, enfleurage captures nuances that other methods might miss. The resulting absolutes are highly valued for their complexity and authenticity to the natural flower scent.
Supercritical CO2 extraction uses carbon dioxide under high pressure and controlled temperature. The CO2 acts as a solvent, extracting compounds without leaving residues or causing thermal damage.
This method produces extracts that are exceptionally pure and closely match the natural composition of the source material. The process is efficient and environmentally friendly, as CO2 can be recycled.
All extracts undergo analytical testing to verify composition, purity, and quality. We use gas chromatography and mass spectrometry to identify and quantify components.
This analytical approach ensures consistency and allows us to detect any variations or contaminants. Each batch is documented, and results are compared against established standards to maintain quality across all our materials.
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