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    Pink Lotus Wax fragrance note

    Pink Lotus Wax captures the serene aroma of Nelumbo nucifera blossoms in a solid, skin‑friendly medium, offering a subtle floral veil for ni…More

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    Tanaïs

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    The Story of Pink Lotus Wax

    Pink Lotus Wax captures the serene aroma of Nelumbo nucifera blossoms in a solid, skin‑friendly medium, offering a subtle floral veil for niche creations.

    Heritage

    Ancient Egyptians placed lotus petals on animal fat to capture their scent, a technique known as enfleurage. Archaeological records show lotus perfume oils were used in temple rituals as early as 1500 BC. In the 19th century, Indian artisans refined the process, extracting lotus aroma with steam and later with solvents, expanding its use beyond ceremonial incense. By the early 1900s, French perfumers in Grasse imported Indian lotus absolutes to enrich floral accords. The modern resurgence began in the 2000s, when niche houses sought natural waxes that could deliver a consistent lotus note without synthetic additives. Today, pink lotus wax bridges historic reverence and contemporary sustainable sourcing.

    At a Glance

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    India

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    Ingredient Details

    Extraction

    Solvent extraction

    Used Parts

    Flower petals

    Did You Know

    "The pink lotus has survived five mass extinctions; its fragrance oils have been preserved in Egyptian tombs for over 3,000 years."

    Production

    How Pink Lotus Wax Is Made

    Harvesters collect fresh pink lotus petals at dawn in the shallow ponds of northern India. They transport the petals to a nearby facility within two hours to preserve volatile compounds. Technicians spread the petals on stainless steel trays and apply a food‑grade hexane solvent. The solvent draws out the aromatic molecules, forming a thick, amber‑colored absolute. After filtration, the solvent evaporates under reduced pressure, leaving a concentrated lotus extract. Artisans blend this extract with a base of sustainably sourced soy wax, heating the mixture to 70 °C while stirring continuously. Once the blend reaches a uniform consistency, they pour it into molds and cool it to room temperature. The final product retains the lotus scent and solidifies into a smooth, ivory‑tinted wax ready for perfumers.

    Provenance

    India

    India20.6°N, 79.0°E

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