Dandelion

Harvesters pick dandelion flower heads at full bloom, then dry them in shade to preserve volatile compounds. The dried heads undergo solvent extraction, most often with hexane, in a cold‑macération bath that runs for eight to ten hours. After maceration, the mixture is filtered and the solvent is removed under reduced pressure, leaving a thick amber absolute rich in sesquiterpene lactones and polyphenols. Some producers complement the process with supercritical CO2 extraction to capture lighter green notes without heat damage. The resulting absolute retains the plant's natural herbaceous character and can be blended directly into perfume bases. Quality labs test each batch by gas chromatography‑mass spectrometry, ensuring the presence of key markers such as taraxasterol and dihydroactinidiolide. The final product is stored in amber glass to protect it from light and oxidation before shipment to perfumers worldwide.