Oakmoss Resinoid - Evernia prunastri

uidOakmoss Resinoid is a deep green to brown, viscous aromatic extract obtained from oakmoss lichen. It has a distinctive earthy, woody, mossy, and tenacious aroma, making it a highly valued ingredient in perfumery. Its excellent longevity and fixative properties help add depth and persistence to fragrance compositions.

Botanical Name: Evernia prunastri

Form : Viscous Liquid

Common Name: Oakmoss

Blends With: Neroli, Geranium, Lavender, Cypress, Bay, Citrus oils, Patchouli, and other floral and woody fragrance materials.

Extraction Method: Solvent extraction followed by vacuum distillation

Key Constituents: Atranorin, Evernic Acid, Chloratranorin, δ-Usnic Acid, and other naturally occurring lichen compounds.

Uses of Oakmoss Resinoid

• Widely used as a natural fragrance fixative
• Used in fine perfumery and fragrance compositions
• Adds earthy, woody, mossy, and forest-like notes to perfumes
• Used in cosmetic and personal care fragrance formulations
• Helps enhance the depth, character, and longevity of fragrance blends
• Commonly used in classic chypre and fougère-style fragrance compositions