May Rose – Rose de Mai (EO)
Botanical name : Rosa Centifolia
Family : Rosaceae
Origin : Morocco
Extraction method : Solvent extraction of freshly harvested petals of the May rose
Process : The concrete is washed with ethanol to obtain an absolute (rose petals are too delicate for steam distillation – solvent extraction preserves the full fragrance profile and delivers a rich, complex scent)
Appearance : Liquid absolute (not steam distilled)
Color : yellow to amber/brown
Texture : liquid, easily soluble in alcohol and vegetable oil
Aroma : Intense floral, sweet, honeyed, with a soft green undertone
CAS number: 84604-12-6
Complexity : Contains more than 300 aromatic components
Dosage: 0.1% – 2% in fragrance compositions (higher dosage possible, but rarely used due to price)
Rose de Mai – the heart of haute perfumery, where every drop is an ode to elegance.
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A classic in niche fragrances – Rose de Mai, floral refinement with timeless allure.
Role in perfume formulas
- Heart of the fragrance : Rose de Mai forms the emotional center of a perfume, often combined with jasmine, iris or ylang ylang.
- Fixation : Blends well with base notes such as sandalwood, patchouli and benzoin to make the scent last longer.
- Top combinations : Bergamot, grapefruit or neroli provide a fresh opening that lets the rose shine.
Perfume categories
- Floral : Central to floral scents and classic rose perfumes
- Chypre : Combined with oak moss and citrus for an elegant, earthy scent
- Oriental : With vanilla, amber and spices for a warm, sensual blend
Component Percentage (%) Characteristic Phenylethyl alcohol > 25% Sweet, floral, stabilizing Citronellol 5–10% Fresh, rosy, skin-friendly Geraniol 5–10% Sweet, floral, antimicrobial Eugenol 1–2% Spicy, warm, slightly irritating
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