Uses
- Natural Perfumery & Fragrance Formulation: Boronia is a top-note to heart-note bridge in luxury perfumes. It adds body, richness, and a "naturalness" to fruit accords (like peach or berry) and serves as a fixative in floral and chypre bases.
- Aromatherapy for Stress & Anxiety: The rich ionones in Boronia are deeply soothing to the mind. Diffusing a tiny amount (blended with complementary oils like Sandalwood or Bergamot) can help alleviate sleeplessness, anxiety, and depression, promoting a meditative state.
- Aphrodisiac Blends: Known for its intoxicating and complex aroma, Boronia is traditionally used in sensual massage oils and aphrodisiac blends to inspire intimacy and confidence.
- Flavoring Industry (Commercial Use): In the professional food industry, Boronia extract is used to create authentic berry flavors (blackcurrant, raspberry) and enhance the profile of baked goods, beverages, and confectionery. Note: Home ingestion is not recommended without professional guidance.
- Skincare Additive: When diluted significantly (0.5% or less), it can be added to luxury creams for its skin-soothing properties and lingering, exotic scent.
Safety/Caution
- Dilution is Mandatory: This is a highly concentrated Absolute. Always dilute heavily (recommended 1-2% maximum) in a carrier oil (like Jojoba or Almond) before skin application.
- Patch Test: Perform a patch test on a small area of skin 24 hours before full use to check for sensitivity.
- Pregnancy: Consult a physician before use during pregnancy or nursing.
- Internal Use: While used in food manufacturing, do not ingest the raw absolute oil at home.