About this material
Beeswax Absolute AO
Beeswax absolute oil is an exquisite, natural ingredient that captures the essence of the hive.
It lends a luxurious, tenacious warmth to perfumes and natural formulations, evoking a sense of comfort, sweetness, and rustic charm.
Beeswax, a natural substance produced within beehives, originates from wax glands found in the abdomen of worker bees when they reach a specific stage of development. These glands secrete small, transparent wax scales that emerge from the gaps between the abdomen rings. Over time, the initially colorless beeswax gains its distinctive golden hue through exposure to pollen and honey. The wax scales play a crucial role in constructing the honeycomb within the hive and are employed to seal cells filled with honey.
It’s prized in perfumery and high-end natural skincare for its deep, warm scent and unique fixative properties. It adds a creamy, honeyed, slightly smokey warmth to blends.
It’s richer and more complex than regular beeswax, with a subtle animalic undertone.
Beeswax Absolute blends well with floral notes (Jasmine & Rose), gourmand notes (Vanilla, Tonka bean), resins (Benzoin, Labdanum), woods (Sandalwood, Cedarwood), and spices (Clove, Cinnamon).
It is a highly sought-after aromatherapy oil.
Our Beeswax Absolute essential oil precious oil dilution is a versatile oil that offers numerous benefits for skin care and provides an effective option for hydrating, balancing, and purifying all skin types.
For professional advice on using essential oils for medical conditions, it is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional.
We emphasise the importance of user responsibility and safety.
It is the users responsibility to ensure that they diligently adhere to safety protocols and are fully aware of any potential side effects prior to use.
Regardless of whether the natural product is purchased from us or elsewhere, we strongly recommend conducting a skin patch test before any topical use in the best interest of safety.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Heart note · Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
Not listed
Fragrance development
Heart note · Base note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Molecular identity
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw undiluted material reference. These data refer to the named active material, not the complete supplied dilution. A raw-material IFRA ceiling is not a use level for this diluted product. The assessor must account for the actual concentration, carrier and all other formula contributions.
European Union / Northern Ireland
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
| CAS number | 8012-89-3 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Deep, Sweet, Warm, Honey, Tobacco, Hay, Floral, Wax, Animalic |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Aromatherapy, Perfume OilsListed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Solvent | Jojoba Oil to give a 3% Solution of Beeswax Absolute |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Cera Alba, Absolue Cire D'abeille, Beeswax Essential Oil, Beeswax Absolute Oil |
| IFRA document scope | Where an IFRA document is shared with the raw material, it refers to the raw, undiluted material. It is supplied as a reference for this diluted product; its stated limits are not limits for the supplied dilution. Check the document scope and assess the intended finished formulation. This notice does not confirm that a document is available. |
Additional listed details
POD (Precious Oil Dilution)
Safety & handling
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw undiluted material reference. These data refer to the named active material, not the complete supplied dilution. A raw-material IFRA ceiling is not a use level for this diluted product. The assessor must account for the actual concentration, carrier and all other formula contributions.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.Petals and peel
With bergamot and a light citrus ideaExplore a brighter version of the floral character using a simple citrus counterpoint. Compare it with the unchanged flower accord and note whether the citrus frames the bloom or becomes the main subject of the sketch.
Stem and blossom
With geranium and leafy notesSketch the flower with a greener setting, keeping leaf and blossom as distinct ideas. Compare a clean floral reference with the greener version to decide how much of the imagined stem and garden belongs in the composition.
Petals over wood
With a transparent wood directionPlace the floral material against a spare wood backdrop and follow the balance through the evaluation. Try a softer wood variation separately, then choose whether your flower needs an open, airy setting or a smoother, more enveloping frame.






Ovidiu (verified owner) –
Very good smelling absolute, one of my favourite.