DescriptionBlack pepper essential oil, certified organicA warm, dry and spicy essential oil steam distilled from the dried berries of Piper nigrum. Certified organic by BioGro, it brings lift, warmth and subtle complexity to blends, and performs well in perfumery, soaps and home fragrance.About the oilClear to pale yellow with a sharp, peppery opening that mellows to soft woody and faintly citrus facets. It sits as a middle note with moderate tenacity, helping bridge bright top notes and deeper base notes. Quality is influenced by cultivar, ripeness and careful drying of the peppercorns before distillation.Aroma profileSpicy, dry, peppery, with woody and lightly terpenic nuances. Pairs naturally with citrus, woods, resins and florals to add sparkle and depth.Formulation notesBlack pepper is potent on skin. Use sparingly in leave-on products and always dilute in a carrier. Start low and build gradually to avoid a warming or tingling sensation. It disperses well in oils, but can thin soft balm textures, so adjust waxes if needed.Blending ideas Citrus spice: black pepper with bergamot and grapefruit for a bright kitchen or entry diffuser blend. Wood spice: black pepper with frankincense and sandalwood for a calm, resinous accord. Floral twist: a tiny amount with lavender or ylang ylang to add lift and interest.Common Name: Black Pepper Essential Oil (Certified Organic)INCI: Piper nigrumCertification: Certified organic, BioGroAppearance: Clear to pale yellow, thin liquidOdour: Strong, sharp and spicyPlant Part Used: Dried berriesExtraction Method: Steam distillationPurity: 100%Origin: IndiaSolubility: Oil and alcoholUsage Rate: Skincare: 0.1 – 1%, Soapmaking: 1 – 3%Note: MiddleBlends Well With: Bergamot, clary sage, clove, coriander, fennel, frankincense, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, lavender, juniper, lemon, lime, mandarin, sage, sandalwood, ylang ylangVegan: YesAnimal Tested: NoGeneral safety information: Do not take any oils internally.Essential oils are highly concentrated. Do not apply undiluted. Patch test well-diluted blends, avoid contact with eyes and keep out of reach of children and pets. Avoid use during pregnancy.All our products are for external use only.