Pink Lotus Absolute Oil (Nelumbo Nucifera), Dark

Pink Lotus Absolute Oil (Nelumbo nucifera)

Rich, resinous, and deeply floral — a premium pink lotus absolute for perfume making, skincare formulations, aromatic blends, massage oils, and luxury botanical use.

Our Pink Lotus Absolute Oil (Nelumbo nucifera) is a concentrated floral extract used in natural perfumery, botanical skincare, and oil-based fragrance formulations. This darker variety ranges from deep amber to brown, reflecting its higher wax and resin content and its fuller aromatic profile.

The aroma is floral, honeyed, softly spicy, and gently earthy, making it ideal for pink lotus perfume blends, facial oils, aromatic body oils, massage oils, and solid perfume formulations. Compared to lighter lotus extracts, this version offers more depth, warmth, and a richer floral character.

Ideal for:
pink lotus absolute for perfume making, floral oils for skincare formulations, aromatic blends, massage and body oils, solid perfume ingredients, and luxury fragrance design.

Benefits

Skin Applications

• Adds a refined floral aroma to facial oils and serums
• Used in botanical skincare formulations for dry and mature skin types
• Suitable for creams, balms, and oil-based skincare blends
• Enhances the sensory profile of luxury skincare products

Always dilute in carrier oil before topical use.

Aromatic Use

• Used in oil-based aromatic blends and personal fragrance oils
• Adds depth and warmth to floral compositions
• Suitable for evening-style and low-diffusion scent blends
• Creates a rich, floral aromatic atmosphere

This material is commonly used in diluted form within personal aromatic routines and oil-based fragrance applications.

Massage Applications

• Blend into jojoba, camellia, or almond oil for body oils
• Used in massage formulations for targeted body areas
• Adds a rich floral tone to spa-style blends

Recommended dilution: 0.5–2% in carrier oil.

Perfumery Use

Pink Lotus Absolute is a heart-to-base note used in oil perfumes, solid perfumes, and extrait-style fragrance formulations.

Aromatic Profile:

• Floral
• Honeyed
• Softly spicy
• Resinous
• Light earthy undertone

Blends Well With:

• Sandalwood
• Jasmine absolute
• Rose absolute
• Vanilla
• Amber accords
• Bergamot

In solid perfumes and oil-based fragrance blends, it provides depth, warmth, and a fuller lotus accord.

Specs

• Botanical Name: Nelumbo nucifera
• Common Name: Pink Lotus Absolute
• Extraction Method: Solvent extraction
• Plant Part: Flowers
• Color: Dark amber to brown
• Consistency: Viscous liquid
• Aroma Strength: Medium–Strong
• Note: Heart to Base
• Shelf Life: 2–3 years
• Solubility: Alcohol, carrier oils

FAQs

Why is this pink lotus oil dark in color?

This version contains more natural waxes and resins, creating a darker color and a richer aromatic profile.

Is this suitable for perfume making?

Yes. It is widely used in oil perfumes, solid perfumes, and floral fragrance formulations.

Can it be used in skincare?

Yes, when diluted, it can be incorporated into oils, creams, and balms for aromatic skincare formulations.

Can it be used in aromatic blends?

Yes. When properly diluted, it works well in oil-based aromatic blends, personal fragrance oils, and body oil formulations.

What does it smell like?

Floral, honeyed, slightly spicy, with soft earthy depth.

Intended for external use only. Do not take internally. Dilute prior to topical use.

Looking for a brighter, more diffusive lotus profile? Try our Clear Pink Lotus Absolute.

Not sure which lotus absolute to choose? Read the Pink Lotus Comparison Guide.