INCI Name: Tilia Cordata Flower Extract
Common Name: Linden Blossom Absolute
A stunningly beautiful & extravagant fragrance that seems to appeal to everyone and adds more than a touch of class to your products.
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Benefits
Key Benefits of Linden Blossom Essential Oil
✓ Luxurious natural fragrance – Adds a soft, elegant floral aroma with a refined, high-end feel inspired by fresh linden blossoms.
✓ Soothes and balances skin – Helps calm irritation and support comfortable-feeling skin in cosmetic formulations.
✓ Hydrates and nourishes – Enhances the sensory profile of products designed for dry or mature skin.
✓ Gentle and versatile – Suitable for sensitive skin types and leave-on or rinse-off formulations.
✓ Enhances formulations – Elevates shampoos, creams, and serums with sophisticated floral depth.
✓ Ethical and safe – 100% vegan and cruelty-free, with no synthetic fragrance additives.
Product Description
Product Description
Linden Blossom Absolute is a luxurious aromatic extract derived from the fragrant linden flowers of the linden tree, most commonly Tilia cordata, a species within the genus Tilia. Highly valued in the aromatic industry, this premium absolute is prized in high-end perfumery and skin care for its soft, warm, honeyed floral scent with gentle citrus and green nuances.
Perfect for luxury facial creams, night serums, and hydrating gels, this Linden Blossom Absolute enhances fragrance while supporting a healthy-looking complexion, making it ideal for dry, sensitive, or redness-prone skin. Known for its elegant honey scent reminiscent of blooming summer linden, it brings a refined, indulgent finish to boutique skincare, haircare, and signature fragrance blends.
Ideal Uses of Linden Blossom Absolute
✓ Luxury facial creams & serums: Adds a soft, honeyed floral fragrance that enhances the perceived quality of premium skincare.
✓ Night creams & hydrating gels: Ideal for evening routines where a calming aroma supports relaxation.
✓ Body lotions & butters: Creates a refined sensory experience in natural bodycare products.
✓ Shampoos & conditioners: Enhances fragrance profiles with a delicate floral note that blooms with hot water and steam.
✓ Natural perfumes & blends: Perfect for botanical perfumes and floral accords with depth and warmth.
✓ Leave-on & rinse-off products: Suitable across a wide range of cosmetic applications.
How to use it
How to Use Linden Blossom Absolute
✓ Skincare formulations: Use for fragrance only. While traditionally associated with natural remedies and herbal medicine, this absolute is supplied strictly for cosmetic use, adding elegance and desirability to serums, creams, and lotions.
✓ Haircare formulations: Add in very small amounts to shampoos and conditioners. Heat and steam intensify the aroma, so start low.
✓ Home fragrance: Can be gently vaporised or used in an oil burner to fragrance living spaces.
✓ Blending guidance: Linden Blossom Absolute has a naturally complex, perfume-like aroma. Blend carefully with other florals, woods, or soft citrus notes to complement its character without overpowering it.
INCI / Ingredients
INCI / Ingredients
INCI Name: Tilia cordata Flower Extract
Botanical source: Flowers of the linden tree (also known as summer linden or winter linden in related species such as Tilia platyphyllos and Tilia tomentosa)
Appearance: Amber to golden yellow, viscous liquid
Solubility: Oil soluble; requires a solubiliser in water-based products
Storage & Shelf life
Storage & Shelf Life
Store Linden Blossom Absolute in a cool, dark place away from direct light and heat.
Keep tightly sealed to preserve its delicate floral aroma.
Shelf Life: Up to 24 months from production date.
Why buy from Aromantic
Why Choose Linden Blossom Essential Oil from Aromantic?
When you choose Aromantic for your Linden Blossom Essential Oil, you’re selecting an ethically sourced Linden Blossom Absolute with no synthetic fragrance fillers, complete traceability, and consistent quality. Our absolutes are harvested with care from sustainable Tilia species, ensuring a premium ingredient suitable for luxury formulations.
✓ Ethically sourced, premium absolutes – Carefully harvested linden flowers to preserve aroma and quality.
✓ No synthetic fillers or additives – Ideal for clean beauty, luxury skin care, and fragrance creation.
✓ Full product traceability – Batch documentation ensures reliability and consistency.
✓ Global shipping – Delivered safely to formulators worldwide.
✓ Expert customer support – Friendly guidance from a knowledgeable team.
FAQ's
Linden Blossom Absolute FAQs
Is Linden Blossom Absolute safe for sensitive skin?
Yes. When properly diluted, it’s suitable for products for sensitive or dry skin.
Does it have therapeutic properties?
Although linden flowers are traditionally used in herbal tea and linden blossom tea, this product is supplied strictly for cosmetic fragrance use only.
Can I use it in water-based products?
Yes, but it must be solubilised or pre-blended with an emulsifier or alcohol base.
Is Linden Blossom Absolute phototoxic?
No, it’s not phototoxic and is safe for daytime skin care and haircare use.
Does it smell like fresh linden flowers?
Yes, it captures the essence of blooming linden blossoms with soft honey-floral notes and gentle green highlights.
How much should I use in perfume?
Start at 0.1% and adjust carefully, this absolute is highly concentrated.
Can I use Linden Blossom Absolute in tea or drinks?
No. Despite associations with Linden tea and herbal infusions, this product is not for consumption.
How do I prepare linden leaves and flowers for traditional use?
If preparing fresh linden leaves or flowers independently, wash thoroughly to remove aphids and honeydew, then dry in shade or a dehydrator.
Can linden blossoms be over-harvested?
No. Linden blossoms are abundant, making them a sustainable natural resource when responsibly harvested.
Technical Documents
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If you have any questions about the documents or need the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for a product that you have received, please request that here.
Pairs well with
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