Synonym(s)
Flower oil extraction process
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A process used in ancient times to extract essential oils from flowers. In this process, blossoms are spread out on fat-coated (beef tallow or lard) glass plates. The fat absorbs the essential oil. The result is called pomade. The pure oil (Essence absolue d'enfleurage) can be extracted from the pomade with alcohol.
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