Frangipani wax (Plumeria sp.)

Scientific name: Plumeria sp.
Family: Apocynaceae
Common names: Frangipane, Frangipani

Cultivated and extract in India

Native to tropical America, this medium-sized tree has spread to many countries due to its beauty and fragrant flowers.

Different varieties of Plumeria are used, including cultivars selected for their aroma, some selected for the color and size of the flower, as P. rubra, P. alba, P. x stenopetala

It’s a “waste” from the extraction of the precious essence of the famous Frangipani, which is made using solvents—we could call it concrete, even though it’s not. In truth, companies in India don’t want to describe the process in detail, undoubtedly to avoid industrial espionage and theft of the technique. Kannauj is the city par excellence of Attar artisans; in past centuries, it was a key hub for the perfume trade, and it’s believed to be one of the cities on the Silk and Spice Routes.

This truly unique material could prove very useful in the production of your cosmetics.

Ointments, lip balms, and even for making Attars (ancient oil-based perfumes).

Fruity, with notes of caramel and honey. It has a sap-like scent of Marigold (Tagete sp.) leaves when crushed.