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Cover Story: Leaf Alcohol Preparation

cis-Hex-3-en-1-ol and trans-hex-3-en-1ol are called leaf alcohols, though their aromas resemble freshly cut grass. Perfumers define their aroma more precisely: cis-hex-3-en-1-ol has powerful and intensely green grassy odor.1 Traces of cis-hex-3-en-1-ol are used in refreshing top notes in delicate floral fragrance types such as muguet and lilac; in addition, the alcohol is often used alongside geranium oil, galbanum, oakmoss, lavender and mint oils.

Corps Racine

From Symrise, this fragrance material can enhance natural, earthy notes and also features woody, herbaceaous accents.

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Woody Notes in Perfumery: Patchouli in Fragrances, Part II

The evolution and contemporizing of this popular natural material. In Part I (Perfumer & Flavorist magazine, v 31 no. 11, 2006; page 36), the botanical origin of patchouli, the mode of production, patchouli oil types, patchouli composition and pertaining aroma chemicals were discussed.* This article will cover the application of patchouli to fragrances.

Oakmoss Absopop

Mane’s Oakmoss Absopop 50% DPG M56906 is a woody, mossy, marine, green to green brown liquid with a characteristic odor.

Oakmoss and Treemoss in China

Oakmoss products including concretes, absolutes and resinoids have long been used extensively in perfumery. They form important parts of the notes in fougére, chypre or "moss" perfumes, and they are general ingredients in colognes, crêpe de Chines, forest notes, new mown hay, pine fragrances, lavender bouquets, Oriental, fancy or modern bases, etc. Oak moss products can lend body and naturalness, rich pleasant undertones and high fixative value in numerous types of floral fragrances as well.

Continuous Process for Oakmoss Extraction

Oakmoss (Evernia prunastri L. Ach.), along with other tree mosses, is among the most voluminous botanicals which are solvent extracted for use in perfumes. These extracts are manufactured with heavy labor costs. Large quantities of solvent have to be circulated and evaporated. This requires high energy costs. Therefore, there is a place for a quicker continuous automated process.

Formation of Volatile Compounds from Oakmoss

In the current investigation, the quantitative composition of the volatile components in oakmoss was studied. Also the formation of a few of the interesting monoaryl derivatives will be discussed.

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Progress in Essential Oils:Thymol-rich Thymus vulgaris oils – Part 2

We take a closer look at the various constituents of thymol-rich thyme oils hailing from various parts of Iran, as well as Turkey, Czech Republic, Spain and Brazil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Mentha Citrate and Ajowan Oils

This edition discusses the chemical composition of Ajowan oil and Mentha citrata oil.

Natural Essential Oils: Extraction Processes and Application to Some Major Oils

This discussion offers a brief overview of the different processes used to obtain natural essential oils. The trend of development in natursl essential oils for the near future will be to: —obtain products free of organic solvents —impove the preparation of the plant matter in order to get better yields —develop aromatic molecules through fermentation

Progress in Essential Oils: Calmus Oil, Triploid Rhizome-Leaf Oils and More

Calamus oil, triploid rhizome-leaf oils, diploid rhizome oils and Nigella sativa oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Yarrow Oil, Spikenard Oil, and Dwarf Pine and Mountain Pine Oils

This month's column discusses the chemical compositions of yarrow oil, spikenard oil, and dwarf pine and mountain pine oils

Pattern Recognition Methods for Discrimination of Essential Oils (Rose Oils) by Their Gas Chromatograms

It is possible to distinguish between essential oils of the same type and their mixtures by analysing their gas chromatograms using a pattern recognition method.

Progress in Essential Oils

Lawrence discusses the composition of clary sage oil from Italy, Serbia, Uruguay, Slovak Republic and India. Lithuania, Additionally, he covers the composition of lavender oil from India, Greece, Russia, Italy and France; and the composition of ginger oil from Mauritius, India, Australia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Jamaica, Brazil and China.

Progress in Essential Oils

Lawrence discusses the composition of thyme oil (Thymus vulgaris L.) from Italy, Lithuania, Renunion, Brazil, Germany, Jordan and Cuba. Additionally, he covers the composition of Spanish thyme oil (Thymus zygis L.).

Progress in Essential Oils

Lawrence discusses the composition of styrax oil from Turkey, Honduras and Australia. He also discusses the composition of galbanum oil from Iran, and clove oils and extracts from India, Egypt and Madagascar.

Progress in Essential Oils

In every issue, essential oil expert Brian Lawrence examines and reviews the studies published by authors on a wide variety of essential oils. He explores the studies' results and notes when something is incorrect or needs further study. In this issue, Lawrence covers: calendula oil (Calendula officinalis L.).

Progress in Essential Oils

In every issue, essential oil expert Brian Lawrence examines and reviews the studies published by authors on a wide variety of essential oils. He explores the studies' results and notes when something is incorrect or needs further study. In this issue, Lawrence covers: genet oil (Spartium junceum L.) from Italy; sambac oil (Jasminum sambac L. Aiton) and extracts from China and India; lemon myrtle oil (Backhousia citriodora F.Muell.) from Australia; and tangerine oil (Citrus reticulata Blanco and Citrus tangerina) from Florida, China, Kenya, Vietnam and Mexico.

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