tribeccatops Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I was admiring candle sellers on etsy and there is a lady that makes all natural candles. She says that she uses only essential oils, resins and absolutes. For example, she makes a fragrance called "lemon bar" which incorporates lemon and lime essential oils and butter absolute. She says that she uses real butter. She makes other scents with chocolate absolute and coffee absolute. TIA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Absolute oils are extracted from flowers, leaves or bark. The majority of essential oils are produced by the process of steam distillation. Some flowers, however, are too delicate for steam distillation (they get very damaged) and so their oils are more prolifically produced by extraction or enfleurage, as explained below. These oils are called absolute oils (absolutes). An absolute oil should not really be called an essential oil, it is an essence, it has a very high concentration of fragrance and a little goes a long way. An absolute oil is volatile, meaning it evaporates as opposed to a fixed oil which does not. Absolute oils are generally more expensive to buy than steam distilled oils. Production of Absolute OilsThe common method used to process absolute oils is a two step process, the first step being one of either solvent extraction or enfleurage and the second step being the addition of alcohol.Step One, Solvent Extraction:The botanicals are placed in drum together with a solvent mixture, usually hexane. The solvent is then allowed to be absorbed into the extract. Vacuum distillation is then applied to remove the solvent, leaving behind a material called a concrete or a resin.ORStep One, Enfleurage:The botanicals are placed upon fats, allowing the fragrance to be absorbed into the fat over the space of a few days. This process is repeated until the fat is saturated with the desired density of fragrance. The resulting fragrant fat is called a pomade.Step Two:The concrete (resin) or pomade is washed with alcohol to extract the aromatic compounds from the pigments and waxes, after which it is distilled to leave behind the pure essence, the absolute oil.There is a now, also, a new method of absolute oil extraction but it is very expensive - through the use of hypercritical carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide under pressure at 33 degrees celcius, becomes hypercritical (meaning it is neither a liquid or a gas). This hypercritical carbon dioxide acts as a solvent which almost instantaneosly extracts the oil and because of the low temperature there is no heat damage to the oil. Due to the expense of this process it is not yet widely used. Storage and HandlingAbsolute Oils should be stored in dark, air-tight, glass bottles. The oils should be kept away from heat. If care is taken with storage, some absolutes can last for up to 5 years.Both absolute and essential oils should always be handled with care as they can be harmful. If you are not familiar with these oils, be sure to consult with an aromatherapy practioner before using them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tribeccatops Posted September 2, 2009 Author Share Posted September 2, 2009 wow:shocked2:...thanks!! I believe you covered all the bases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Absolute Tulip BBW Type Fragrance Oil for Candles and Potpourri Clean & crisp, this fragrance captures the aroma of a blend of tulips, peonies, fresh water and green accords. Its natural beauty invokes memories of a sunny spring day!Please Note: This candle fragrance oil is not compatible with soy based or gel candles. It should also not be used in skin care applications. For fragrance oils that are approved for use in skin care applications, visit our Cosmetic Grade Fragrance Oil section. All designer fragrance "type" names are registered trademark names and are the exclusive property of the original manufacturers. Designer fragrance types are NOT the same as the actual name brand fragrances, but exhibit similar notes. From Nature With Love is not connected with these name brands in any way. INCI Nomenclature:FragranceShelf Life:2 YearsCrafter Sizes:1 fl oz., $8.858 fl oz., $28.8016 fl oz., $48.00Professional/Bulk Sizes:1 gal., $336.00 * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 She must charge a whole lot for her candles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tribeccatops Posted September 2, 2009 Author Share Posted September 2, 2009 OHHHH yeah!! One votive: $23:shocked2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueH Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 23.oo for one votive? Yowza!!! Did she have any customers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tribeccatops Posted September 3, 2009 Author Share Posted September 3, 2009 yeah! People RAVE about her candles!! She has really unusual ones, she mixes her own scents. She doesn't use dyes or anything. She says she's been doing it for six years. Her products do look beautiful. She makes outstanding bath and body stuff too (so her customers say). She's definitely an inspiration! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquiO Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Can you post the link or name of this etsy crafter? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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