Artemisia vulgaris, the silver herb of folklore · distilled from Artemisia vulgaris · bottled 100% pure and undiluted
Old-World Herb, Small-Batch
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Mugwort essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of Artemisia vulgaris, the silvery herb long tied to dream lore and seasonal rites. Its character is green, bitter, and camphoraceous, with a sage-like herbal snap and a faint sweetness underneath that keeps it from turning harsh.
Old-world apothecary character gives this oil a folk-herbal presence that fits incense, smudge-style blends, and ritual candle work rather than everyday skincare.
Bottled pure and undiluted with each batch backed by our published Certificate of Analysis, so you know exactly what's in the bottle.
Ten sizes on hand stretch from a 0.5 oz sampler bottle up to 400 lb drums for formulators and resellers.
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Green, bitter, and camphoraceous with sage-like herbaceous facets
Perfumery Note
Middle to base note
Blends Well With
Cedarwood, clary sage, juniper, frankincense, and vetiver
Shelf Life & Storage
Typically holds its character for 2 to 3 years when the cap stays tight and the bottle sits somewhere shaded and consistently cool
Folklore Note
Historically tied to dream pillows and seasonal folk rites across Europe and Asia
Bulk Mugwort Orders Welcome
We happily fill bulk orders for mugwort essential oil, from the smallest 0.5 oz sampler to full 400 lb drums, every size held to the same distillation and purity standard. Formulators, candle and incense makers, and resellers are all welcome to inquire about wholesale pricing.
Fold a few drops into loose herbal incense or smudge-style blends for a bitter-green, old-world scent that lingers through a room without any open flame smoke overload.
Blend mugwort oil into soy or beeswax candle formulas for a green, camphoraceous note that pairs beautifully with cedarwood or clary sage in a signature seasonal pour.
Use mugwort as a distinctive herbal accent in natural perfume accords, layering it beneath frankincense or juniper for an apothecary character no synthetic note quite matches.
Stir a few drops into dried botanical potpourri or a reed diffuser base for an herbaceous, folklore-tinged scent that suits autumn and harvest-season decorating.
Mugwort essential oil is a concentrated botanical extract, not meant for casual use. For skin contact, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test first. Avoid the eyes, keep well away from children and pets, and never take it internally. Store the bottle tightly capped in a shaded spot away from heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this mugwort essential oil pure? ▾
Yes. Every bottle of our mugwort essential oil is bottled 100% pure and undiluted, distilled from Artemisia vulgaris with nothing added. You can review the exact test results yourself in our published Certificate of Analysis, which we keep current for every batch we bottle.
Is mugwort essential oil the same as wormwood? ▾
No. Mugwort comes from Artemisia vulgaris, while wormwood is distilled from the related but distinct species Artemisia absinthium. The two share a bitter, herbaceous family resemblance, but mugwort's scent leans greener and softer, without wormwood's sharper, more medicinal edge.
What does mugwort essential oil smell like, and what pairs well with it? ▾
Expect a green, bitter, camphoraceous opening with sage-like and herbaceous facets, plus a subtle sweetness underneath. In perfume and candle work it plays well alongside cedarwood, clary sage, juniper, frankincense, and vetiver, adding an old-world herbal accent to a blend.
How do I dilute mugwort essential oil for skin use? ▾
For skin use, dilute mugwort essential oil to between 0.5% and 2% in a carrier oil such as jojoba or sweet almond, and always patch test on a small area first. Because it is a potent botanical, most people are happiest keeping their blends toward the lower end of that range.
What sizes do you offer, and can I buy wholesale? ▾
We offer mugwort essential oil in ten sizes, starting at a 0.5 oz sampler bottle and scaling all the way up to 400 lbs for wholesale buyers. Whether you need a single bottle for a personal blend or a drum for production runs, the same oil ships at every size.
Does buying a bigger size actually save money per ounce? ▾
Per-ounce cost falls steadily as size increases, since larger containers spread packaging and handling costs across far more oil. Our largest 400 lb size works out to less than half the per-ounce price of the smallest 0.5 oz bottle, making bulk sizes the better value for regular or production use.
Which size should I start with? ▾
A 0.5 oz or 1 oz bottle is plenty for trying mugwort in a first incense blend or candle test batch. Regular crafters tend to settle around 4 oz to 8 oz, while makers and small studios running production batches usually move up to the 5 lb or 25 lb sizes.
How fast do you ship, and how does checkout work? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days of purchase. Bulk sizes of 5 lbs and up may need a little extra handling time before they leave our facility, so please allow for that during checkout. All orders, large and small, are processed through our Shopify store.
Does mugwort essential oil change color or thickness over time? ▾
Fresh mugwort essential oil pours as an olive to golden-green liquid with a light, free-flowing consistency. Over time it may deepen slightly in color as it ages, which is normal for this oil family; keeping the cap tight and the bottle out of direct heat helps preserve its character longest.
