Lilac (Syringa vulgaris) is a floral essential oil with a fresh, green, sweet aroma and a heart note. Solvent extraction from flower, it is a versatile blending oil. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 1%.
Popular mute flower reconstitution. Fresh green sweet slightly anise-like floral.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Floral |
| Chemical family | Aldehyde |
| Material type | Reconstitution |
| Extraction | Solvent extraction |
| Plant part | flower |
| Blending factor | 5 |
| Volatility index | 2 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 5.0 |
Safety & dilution
Reconstitution -- composition varies by supplier. Check supplier SDS for specific safety data.
| Max topical dilution | 1% |
| Max facial dilution | 0.5% |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended |
| Nursing | Not recommended |
| Children | Not recommended for young children |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Not recommended |
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Lilac essential oil smell like?
Lilac has a fresh, green, sweet, anise-like aroma, classed as a floral oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Lilac?
For topical use, keep Lilac at or below 1%, and 0.5% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Lilac safe to use during pregnancy?
Lilac is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before any use.
Is Lilac safe to use around children?
Lilac is not recommended for young children. Consult a professional before use.
Is Lilac safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — avoid; not considered safe. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.