Chrysanthemum Essential Oil (Chrysanthemum indicum)

Why you’ll love it:

• Perfumer’s touch — adds a refined, airy floral-green accent to florals, fougères, and botanical woods
• Aromatherapy calm — gentle, soothing aroma to ease tension and encourage reflection
• Conscious sourcing through small-scale harvests and close-to-origin distillation

• Delicate floral: soft petal brightness and airy lift
• Herbal-green: fresh, clean botanical nuance
• Softly honeyed: a warm golden undertone

Strength: Light–medium · Perfume note: Heart (leans top/heart)

A delicate floral-green aroma that feels calm, bright, and gently restorative.

• Diffusion: 3–6 drops per 100 ml water for an atmosphere of calm.
• Perfumery: 0.5–3% of total concentrate to lift florals and greens; bridges beautifully with violet leaf, rose, tea notes, and gentle woods.
• Skincare / body: Dilute to ≤1% in a carrier oil for creams, serums, or an evening body oil.

Blends beautifully with

Violet Leaf Absolute, tea, rose, neroli, lavender, cypress, hinoki, sandalwood, and frankincense.

Botanical

Chrysanthemum indicum

Plant part

Blossoms

Extraction

Steam distillation (essential oil)

Origin

Hebei Mountains, China

Appearance

Pale to light golden

Solubility

Oil-soluble; use solubilizer for water-based products

Ethically sourced

Hand-harvested in the Hebei mountains and steam-distilled close to origin to preserve freshness and reduce transport footprint.

Safety

For external use only. Dilute before skin application. Avoid during pregnancy or with specific medical conditions unless advised by a professional. Keep away from children.

Chrysanthemum flowers have been valued for centuries in East Asian cultures, particularly in China, where the plant has long been admired for both its beauty and fragrance.

In Chinese history the chrysanthemum became one of the “Four Gentlemen” of classical painting and poetry, symbolising autumn, resilience, and quiet reflection. The flower was frequently depicted in art and literature, often representing longevity and a peaceful life lived in harmony with nature.

Chrysanthemum blossoms have also been traditionally used in fragrant teas, botanical preparations, and ceremonial decorations. Today, chrysanthemum remains appreciated both for its cultural symbolism and for its soft, distinctive floral aroma.

COA Certificate of Analysis

Shipping & Delivery

United Kingdom

Free shipping to the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. Orders are dispatched using Royal Mail Tracked 24®, with delivery typically within 1–2 working days after dispatch.

International orders

We currently fulfil international orders through our Etsy store to provide the most reliable and cost-effective delivery options, including tracking and all duties handled in advance.

This ensures a smoother experience for customers in Europe, the United States, and the Middle East, with no unexpected customs fees on arrival.

If you are ordering from outside the UK, you can find the same oils available via Etsy:

Visit our Etsy shop for international delivery

Dispatch times

Orders are usually dispatched within 1 working day. During busy periods this may extend slightly, but we always aim to ship as quickly as possible.