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Bisabolene is an ingredient traditionally derived from bisabol tree resin, with a history of extraction from the Horn of Africa spanning millennia. It is characterized by a warm, spicy-sweet balsamic aroma enhanced by tropical fruit notes such as berry, citrus, apple, pineapple, and banana.
In perfumery, bisabolene functions exceptionally well as a fixative for neroli bases and blends harmoniously with bergamot, myrrh, and lemon. These properties make it a valuable ingredient for creating complex, long-lasting fragrance compositions.
Today, it is often produced in a laboratory as a nature-identical ingredient, ensuring consistent quality and helping preserve natural resources. The laboratory-synthesized version may be derived from various renewable sources.
Bisabolene occurs naturally in many plants and essential oils, including anise, basil, bergamot, cardamom, chamomile, ginger, lavender, citrus fruits, pine, sandalwood, and turmeric.
Bisabolene has been traded for over 2,000 years, with ancient merchants transporting bisabol tree resin from the Horn of Africa via maritime routes to the Mediterranean and Asia.
Although it sounds exotic, bisabolene is found in many everyday foods and spices you likely already have in your kitchen, such as turmeric, ginger, carrots, and chamomile.
Modern bisabolene production exemplifies sustainable perfumery, as laboratory synthesis from renewable sources reduces pressure on natural ecosystems and ensures consistent quality without seasonal variations.
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.
The safety of bisabolene has been evaluated by the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) through an assessment published in scientific journals. It has been found that there is a potential to cause skin sensitization in a small percentage of individuals. This means that in a limited number of people, repeated contact at a high concentration may cause a temporary reaction, such as redness, rash, or itching on the skin.
To prevent such reactions, RIFM has established maximum acceptable concentration levels for this ingredient in household, cosmetic, and personal care products. It is worth noting that most people are not adversely affected by this ingredient.
Since every skin type is different, it is recommended to consult a healthcare professional if you have any questions or concerns.