• 10% dilution in DPG for easy use
• Offers a rich, creamy sandalwood effect with long-lasting performance
• Ideal for woody, floral, musky, oriental, and skin-scent compositions
• Provides warm smoothness in both masculine and feminine perfumes
• Excellent for attars, solid perfumes, body sprays, and incense

Polysantol (10% in DPG) is a pre-diluted version of the ultra-luxurious sandalwood aroma chemical known as Polysantol, celebrated for its rich, creamy, milky sandalwood scent with warm lactonic and slightly musky undertones. This 10% dilution in DPG (Dipropylene Glycol) makes it easy to blend in oil perfumes, attars, body mists, incense, and woody-floral fragrances, especially where sandalwood depth and lasting power are desired.

Unlike natural sandalwood oil—which is expensive and sometimes unstable—Polysantol offers a cleaner, softer, and longer-lasting sandalwood note that stays close to the skin with elegant warmth. It’s often used alongside Iso E Super, Ambroxan, and Tonalide to create smooth, woody-musky bases with soft projection and sensuality.

SCENT DESCRIPTION: PolySantol opens with a soft, milky creaminess that quickly settles into a warm, smooth sandalwood character reminiscent of freshly carved East Indian sandalwood heartwood. It carries a gentle woody sweetness with a clean powdery undertone that feels both natural and refined. The scent is round and enveloping — never sharp or clinical — with a quiet depth that lingers on the skin long after application. It has an almost skin-like intimacy that makes it exceptionally flattering and wearable across all fragrance styles.

NOTE POSITION: Mid-Base

FRAGRANCE FAMILY: Woody, Oriental, Creamy

FACETS: Creamy · Milky · Woody · Powdery · Warm

TENACITY: High — 12 to 18 hours in EDP at 20 to 25% concentration

SILLAGE: Medium — close to skin projection, intimate and diffusive rather than loud

Chemical Name : Verify with supplier (synthetic polycyclic sandalwood alcohol)
CAS Number : Verify with supplier
Synonyms : Poly Santol, Polysantol, Synthetic Sandalwood Aroma Chemical
Purity % : 98% minimum (verify with supplier)
Appearance : Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor Threshold : Approximately 1 to 5 ppm (verify with supplier)
Solubility : Freely soluble in alcohol and carrier oils; insoluble in water
Specific Gravity : 0.920 to 0.940 at 20°C (verify with supplier)
Flash Point : Above 100°C (verify with supplier)
Type : Synthetic

Use 3–6% of this 10% Polysantol blend in woody or skin-scent perfume bases. Blend with Iso E Super for a modern soft-woody base or Tonalide and Ambroxan for a smooth musky finish. Works beautifully in attars, intimate wear fragrances, and incense pastes.

Recommended Usage Rates

EDP : 15 to 25%
EDT : 8 to 15%
Body Lotion : 0.5 to 2%
Shampoo/Body Wash : 0.5 to 1.5%
Candle : 5 to 10%
Reed Diffuser : 10 to 20%
Cold Process Soap : 1 to 3%

IFRA 51st Amendment

IFRA Category 4 (Fine Fragrance) : No restriction currently reported — verify at ifrafragrance.org
IFRA Category 5A (Body Lotion) : No restriction currently reported — verify with supplier
IFRA Category 9 (Candle/Air Care) : No restriction currently reported — verify with supplier

⚠️ Always verify the most current IFRA amendment for your specific application category before formulating.
⚠️ Never apply the undiluted concentrate directly to skin — dilute to safe usage levels in your carrier or base.
⚠️ Conduct patch testing in all leave-on cosmetic and personal care applications before full production.

Method 1 — As a Base Fixative
Add PolySantol at 5 to 15% of your total fragrance formula as a base note anchor. It will wrap around lighter top and mid notes, extend overall longevity, and give the composition a sense of depth and cohesion without drawing attention to itself as a standalone ingredient.

Method 2 — Sandalwood-Forward Accord
Build a full synthetic sandalwood accord by combining PolySantol with small amounts of Iso E Super, Ambroxan, and Cashmeran. Start with PolySantol at 30 to 40% of the accord and layer the supporting materials around it to add diffusion, skin-musk character, and cedarwood sharpness. This accord works as a complete base for any Oriental or Woody composition.

Method 3 — Attar Sandalwood Base
In concentrated oil-based attar formulations, use PolySantol at 20 to 35% as the primary base note carrier. Layer oud, rose absolute or rose oxide, and a touch of Hedione or Methyl Ionone over the top for a complete, traditional-style oriental composition with excellent throw and skin-grip.

BEST PAIRINGS

Rose Absolute → Enhances creamy floral depth and creates a classic Oriental heart
Oud / Agarwood Oil → Builds a dense, smoky-woody base with traditional attar character
Ambroxan → Adds skin-scent clarity and extends the milky woody profile significantly
Iso E Super → Introduces sharp cedarwood facets and improves overall diffusion
Hedione → Brightens the woody base with a transparent jasmine-like quality
Vetiver → Adds earthy, smoky complexity as a counterpoint to the creaminess
Tonka Bean Absolute → Builds a warm, sweet gourmand-woody accord with great comfort
Galaxolide / Habanolide → Extends longevity further and softens the overall base projection

AVOID
PolySantol can feel heavy against very sharp green citrus top notes at high concentrations. If building a Citrus-Woody structure, use a bridging material such as bergamot, a light cedar accord, or petitgrain to ease the transition between the fresh opening and the creamy woody base.

💡 Want to craft a soft sandalwood skin scent? 🧴🌳 Use 4–5% of this 10% Polysantol blend with Iso E Super and Ambroxan to create a smooth, creamy woody base that lingers beautifully and blends with your skin's warmth. 💫✨

Physical State : Clear liquid at room temperature
Skin Safety : Considered safe at recommended usage rates; always dilute before any skin contact
Eye Contact : Avoid direct contact — rinse immediately with clean running water for 15 minutes if contact occurs
Ingestion : Not for consumption — keep away from food, beverages, and children
Ventilation : Work in a well-ventilated area when handling in quantities above 50ml
Storage : Store in a cool, dark location away from heat sources and direct sunlight
Shelf Life : 2 to 3 years when stored correctly in a tightly sealed container
Container : Use amber glass or HDPE containers; avoid long-term storage in PET or metal
Flammability : Combustible liquid — keep away from open flames, sparks, and direct heat sources

Q1: What does Polysantol smell like?

It smells like creamy, warm sandalwood with soft musky and lactonic notes—very smooth and long-lasting.

Q2: Is it a natural sandalwood oil?

No. It’s a synthetic aroma chemical designed to mimic the scent of high-quality sandalwood with excellent stability and consistency.

Q3: Can I use it in attars or oil-based perfumes?

Yes, this DPG-diluted version is perfect for direct use in attars, roll-ons, and mists.

Q4: Is it skin-safe?

Yes, when used within IFRA-approved limits. Always check the guidelines for your product category.

Q5: What does it blend well with?

Polysantol blends wonderfully with Ambroxan, Tonalide, florals, and Iso E Super for modern woody-musky accords.