Absolute oils
Unlike essential oils, absolute essences are obtained through solvent extraction from the actual essence or directly from the plant. They are therefore two distinct categories of aromatic extracts. Absolute essences are extracted primarily when distillation would not be possible, although it should be noted that in some cases both extraction methods can be used, each favoring certain components over others, as is commonly done with rose flowers.
On average, compared to essential oils, absolute essences are more viscous and contain principal components represented by less volatile (heavier) aromatic molecules, giving them a marked persistence.
Their uses mirror those possible with essential oils: perfumery (often in high-quality compositions), cosmetics, soap making, wax making, and other applications.
