Aquilaria agallocha wood extract

Aquilaria agallocha wood extract, commonly known as Agarwood or Oud, is derived from the resinous heartwood of the Aquilaria agallocha tree, which produces its characteristic dark, aromatic resin in response to fungal infection — making it one of the rarest and most prized botanical materials in the world. In cosmetics, the CO2 extraction method preserves its complex profile of sesquiterpenes, chromones, and agarospirol, delivering potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-conditioning benefits alongside its deeply distinctive woody-balsamic fragrance. Formulators choose it for luxury skincare and fragrance applications where its dual functionality as both an active ingredient and a natural fragrance component justifies its premium cost.