Buy Costus Root Oil
Costus Root is a large, erect, perennial plant that can grow up to 2 meters tall, with a thick tapering root and numerous black flowers. This oil is primarily used in Oriental perfumes for its unique and intriguing scent.
 
Although not commonly used in aromatherapy, Costus Root Oil is valued as a fixative and perfume ingredient. It is also used as a flavoring in drinks and confectionery. The plant, which grows in the Himalayan highlands, is often extracted via vacuum distillation of the resinoid obtained from the roots using solvents. The oil has a distinct, soft yet very persistent odor.
 
We recommend diluting Costus Root Oil, as its undiluted form is thick and challenging to work with. The oil's scent is exotic and often described as reminiscent of old wood, with a distinctly animal-like or sebaceous undertone. Some liken it to the scent of human hair, fur, or wet dogs. This oil is most commonly used in Oriental perfumes.
The oil appears as a viscous, light yellow to brown liquid, soluble in alcohol but insoluble in water.
 
 
Oil Properties:
Woody, musty aroma
Antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, expectorant, febrifuge, stimulant, stomachic, and tonic properties
Yellow to brownish yellow liquid with a strong, persistent odor
Soluble in alcohol, insoluble in water
 
Benefits & Uses:
Aids in normalizing and strengthening digestion, cleansing the body of toxins, enhancing fertility, and relieving pain.
Used as incense, a fixative, and fragrance component in cosmetics and perfumes. It can also be used as a hair wash.
Acts as a stimulant, aphrodisiac, insect repellent, and preserves woolens. Commonly used in perfumery, especially in heavy Oriental scents.
Blends well with floral fragrances such as Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, Opopanax, and Myrrh.
 
Costus Root Oil has a musky, woody aroma and is often compared to human hair or fur. Its bold yet soft fragrance makes it a popular ingredient in incense, body fragrances, cosmetics, and Oriental perfumes. The oil is also used in massage oils, laundry detergents, air fresheners, diffusers, bath oils, soap making, and hair treatments.