INCI Name
Abelmoschus Moschatu...
Functions
3 Roles
Sustainability
7/10
Category
emollients
What It Does
Abelmoschus Moschatus Seed Oil is a rare fixed oil cold-pressed from the seeds of the ambrette plant, prized in perfumery and cosmetics for its naturally occurring musk-like aroma derived from macrocyclic musks such as ambrettolide. Unlike synthetic musks, it provides a warm, animalic-floral scent profile that makes it highly valued as a natural alternative to animal-derived musk in fragrance formulations. Formulators choose it for its dual role as a skin-conditioning emollient and a natural fragrance contributor, and it is particularly sought after in luxury and natural cosmetic lines where clean-label, plant-derived musk alternatives are desired.
Technical Properties
Ionic Charge
nonionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
neutral
Impact on formula thickness
Foaming Ability
none
Lather generation
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
plant-derived
Feedstock
Seeds of Abelmoschus moschatus (ambrette), a tropical plant in the Malvaceae family native to India and Southeast Asia
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Abelmoschus Moschatus Seed Oil
- Common Name
- Ambrette seed absolute
- Category
- emollients