This category provides flexibility for perfumers and creators, as its scent profile is generally more accessible and commercially familiar. However, many experienced users tend to avoid single-origin oils for direct application due to their relatively straightforward character.
Blended Agarwood Oil
Blending refers to the process of combining different agarwood oils after distillation to achieve a targeted fragrance profile. For example, mixing oil derived from Aquilaria agallocha in Indonesia with oil from Aquilaria crassna in Vietnam in equal proportions.
This method allows greater control over the final aroma, as the composition can be adjusted throughout the blending stage. However, the integration between oils is relatively loose, and maintaining uniformity across batches can be difficult.
Co-Distilled Agarwood Oil
Co-distillation involves combining raw agarwood materials from different Aquilaria species before the extraction process begins. For example, raw material such as Aquilaria crassna from Thailand may be processed together with Aquilaria sinensis from Malaysia in a defined ratio to create a distinct aromatic profile.
This technique produces a more unified and deeply integrated oil. However, it requires extensive research and development, offers less precise control over the final scent, and typically involves higher production costs.