Blue tansy

Production

Harvest

A controlled cultivation for a valuable species

Also known as blue chamomile, blue tansy (Tanacetum annuum) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean basin. Naturally found in the wild in Morocco, Spain, and Algeria, it thrives in dry, sunny soils.

Traditionally harvested for its aromatic properties, blue tansy is now threatened by the overexploitation of its wild populations. To preserve this resource, we have established dedicated crops on our own Moroccan farm. This approach ensures consistent quality while reducing pressure on natural habitats.

Manufacturing

A meticulous distillation to preserve its color and active compounds

Our blue tansy essential oil is obtained from fresh plants harvested on our farm. The production is fully controlled, from the field to the bottle.

Steps of the extraction process:

• Hand harvesting of the blue tansy flowering tops at the optimal stage of maturity.

• Immediate transport to our distillery located near the farm.

• Steam distillation in a copper still, without the addition of solvents or additives.

• Decantation of the essential oil, followed by separation of the hydrosol.

• Filtration, quality controls, and final packaging on-site.

Chamazulene, the aromatic molecule responsible for the characteristic indigo blue color, naturally forms during distillation under the effect of heat. This molecule is highly sought after for its olfactory and technical properties.

Application

An original and powerful olfactory asset

Blue tansy essential oil is widely used in fine perfumery for its rustic, warm, and herbaceous notes. In small doses, it enriches creations with myrrh, resinous, and camphor-like effects.

Due to its complex olfactory signature, it pairs perfectly with:

• Floral accords (jasmine, ylang-ylang, rose)

• Oriental and spicy bases

• Masculine fougere and aromatic structures

• Musky bases where it adds depth

However, its blue chromatic intensity must be carefully controlled in cosmetic or olfactory formulations containing light-colored bases.

Aromatherapy :

A concentrated molecular richness

Highly concentrated in chamazulene, camphor, and sabinene, blue tansy essential oil is valued in aromatherapy for its complex biochemical profile.

Main components:

• Sabinene (6 to 26%)
• Myrcene (4 to 16%)
• Camphor (borneol) (7 to 15%)
• Chamazulene (2 to 11%)
• β-pinene (≤ 10%)
• α-phellandrene (4 to 10%)

It is typically used diluted and in small doses in targeted preparations, due to its high concentration and distinctive color.

Technical and regulatory

Usage tips

Manual:

Ingrédient parfumant. Teneur maximale: 17 gouttes pour 10 ml de composition finale. Ne pas ingérer ni appliquer pur sur la peau. Tenir hors de portée des enfants. Ne pas utiliser pour les enfants de moins de 7 ans, les femmes enceintes et allaitantes, les personnes ayant des antécédents de troubles épileptiques ou convulsifs ainsi que chez les personnes allergiques aux huiles essentielles et extraits de plantes.

Consult our guides: storage and preservation methods and precautions for use