Tom Ford Caf Rose A gum resin that imparts a green, plant-like smell, Galbanum is one of the rare green notes extracted from nature. Its burned today in Catholic churches and Anglican high church ceremonies and perhaps as a result, its a love-it-or-hate-it ingredient, depending on whether you were forced to sit through endless sermons and hymns on Sundays. Clive Christian V for Women Nerolis perfect in white florals, or in Colognes, which accent its citrus edge and its popular in fragrances for men, as well as for women. Sarah McCartney of 4160 Tuesdays shared her thoughts with us on mandarin: 'Its childhood Christmases for me. Stephanotis generally appears as part of a bigger bouquet of blowsy, hypnotic white florals. Its mostly used for its good-enough-to-eat sweetness in gourmand scents - but occasionally by perfumers for extra richness in fragrances from other families. Almost spicy, so green and sweet, with hints of lemon: thats lily of the valley and a more spring-like scent its hard to imagine. Goutal ParisEau dHadrien A modern synthetic note created by Givaudan, who behind-the-scenes create countless fragrances for the perfume world. Guerlain Terracotta Eau Sous le Vent Thierry Mugler Angel, There are good pine smells, and horrid pine smells and if youve ever sat in the back of a taxi with one of those Christmas tree-scented cards dangling from the rear-view mirror, youll probably get where were coming from. Ralph Lauren Safari Not only are roses the most romantic of flowers to look at: theyre an absolute cornerstone of perfumery the most important flower of all, from the point of view of a nose: sometimes powdery, sometimes woody, musky, myrrh-y, clove-like, sometimes fruity, or just blowsily feminine but always, intensely romantic. Guerlain Chamade Chanel No. Clive Christian C for Women Innocent, tuberose most definitely is not, Goutal Tubreuse 'Of course there isn't literally any deadly nightshade in the fragrance - but the overall effect of the perfume I created is deep, intense, intoxicating'. Thats because it takes almost forever to produce agarwood, which is actually the resinous heart-wood from fast-growing evergreen trees usually the Aquilaria tree. Our hunch is that forget-me-not is simply there to help conjure up an image for the perfume either to give a sense of delicacy and softness, or for emotional reasons: according to folklore, the wearers of forget-me-nots would not be forgotten, by their lovers, Have you ever enjoyed fresh lemon verbena tea? Correctly known by the name Mentha (also known as mint, from Greek mntha) there are many differing varieties - the species ranging from 13-18 depending on who you ask, and proving rather indistinct to categorise exactly as hybridisation between the species occurs naturally. A key ingredient in old and new Arabic perfumery, renowned as an element within high-quality incense in Arabic, Japanese and Indian cultures, oudh has now definitively crossed over to the west. The genius of perfumers is knowing just what they have to do, to blend those into perfectly constructed scents for us to wear. An aldehyde (see below) with a characteristic green, musky odor, "Agrumen is a fragrance compound used as a base in perfume creation," explains Spongell CEO Elaine Binder. A gum resin, tapped from the True Myrrh tree, or Commiphora Myrrha which originates from parts of Arabia, Somalia and Ethiopia; the resins produced by tapping the tree to make small incisions, from which small teardrop-shaped droplets emerge and are left to harden into bead-like nuggets, which are then steam-distilled to produce an essential oil. Revlon Charlie White Cartier Les Heures de Cartier LHeure Folle X Thats what youll get when you smell ambrette, an aromatic medicinal plant (musk mallow) which is native to India and used particularly in Ayurvedic medicine. LancmeTrsor Penhaligon's Bluebell. (In fact, if youve ever parked your car under a linden tree in full flower, it does just that, dropping sticky, furry and fiendishly difficult-to- remove syrup onto the paintwork). Tauer Perfumes08 Une Rose Chypre Lancme Miracle Intense FlorisPink Grapefruit Theyre subtly different, in the hands of perfumers. Today, mandarins grow in many countries: across Italy, Sicily, Spain, Florida, Argentina, Brazil and more. Bulgari Mon Jasmin Noir Le Labo Labdanum 18 Hints of tobacco, too, or the whiff of burning leaves in winter. The hairy-skinned green or red fruit add a tart, prettily fruity edge to fragrances mostly fruity-florals. French for Lily of the Valley, muguet is one of the three most used florals in perfumery. "It was used for the first time in 1966 in iconic fragrance, Eau Sauvage by Parfums Christian Dior," says Huclier. Can it purr? Loilta Lempicka L de Lolita The agarwood is a result of a reaction to a fungal attack, which turns this usually pale and light wood into a dark, resinous wood with a distinct fragrance a process that takes hundreds of years. M.Micallef Ylang in Gold In fragrance, though, peony is a fresh, soft floral note: uplifting, calming, working brilliantly alongside other floral notes, especially the equally delicately-petalled rose. Whats a sticky, bright red syrup doing in a perfume bottle? The Body Shop Patchouli So it is with the fragrance ingredient: perfumers like the bitter-sweet, touch-of-lemon quality of guava, which ensure a fruity-floral scent doesnt tip over into too-sweetness. Herms Eau dOrange Verte Ah, pesto Basil is a delicious herb, when used in cooking and a delicious, aromatic fragrance note, too, with a green, slightly sharp and spicy edge that lends itself really well to mens scents. 9 Sag Harbour In perfumery, apricot can be lush and sweet like the fruit or bitter, like the extract of the apricot kernel (think of an Amaretto-ish bitter almond scent). Jo Malone London English Pear & Freesia ClarinsEauRessourcante Roger & Gallet Jean-Marie Farina Its the rhizomes, or gnarly roots, of iris which must be left for three to five years to mature. Floris Honey Oud Thebrightness and sparkling fuzziness of citrus, the damp woody, earthybrown vetiver and the sharpness of pepper fit like Coke, fries andburger. Adds perfumer Andy Tauer, 'Styrax actually comes in two forms, which give different effects. Eugenol is the main element in clove essential oil and also found in other plants, including allspice, bay, cinnamon leaf, patchouli and pimento. Chanel No. Nez Nez Atelier dArtiste ChloLove Eau Intense Comme des Garons Odeur 53 As with many fruit ingredients, grapes are having their moment in the sun, thanks to fragrance fashion. Jean-Louis Scherrer Jean-Louis Scherrer Guerlain Shalimar (Say it petty-gran.) Juliette Has a Gun Midnight Oud Fragonard Solieil GuerlainAqua Allegoria Bouquet de Mai Givenchy Ysatis In India, meanwhile, its known for its aphrodisiac powers (young women are advised not to breathe its scent, after dark.) ), Chanel Bois des Iles LArtisan Parfumeur Timbuktu Jean Patou Joy Thierry Mugler Womanity Because of its large molecule size, this aroma chemical has a very subtle odor on its own. Unlike jasmine and rose, usually synthetically reproduced. The flowers themselves are really mean with their oil, though, and synthetics are more often used to recreate lily of the valleys magic: Lilial, Lyral and hydroxycitronellal are among them. Rituals No. But indole can also be created synthetically, producing a crystal-like substance that smells of nothing so much as your great aunts mothballs, till its massively diluted. Burberry Buberry Women Taif roses have 30 petals and grow around the city of Taif in western Saudi Arabia, not far from Mecca. Ah, sweet violets. 'Tobacco: loved by many when lit, smoke inhaled, brain bright and crisp. Its also said to be good for memory (as well as for stimulating hair growth), and is used symbolically in weddings, funerals and war commemorations in the UK and Australia: Rosemary for remembrance. Cartier Cartier de Lune Yardley April Violets, Refreshing, subtly sweet or positively jam-like: blueberry has different facets which perfumers have the power to play up. Because violet petals are really reluctant to give up their scent naturally. (All glorious if youre looking for scented plants to scramble over a tree or a trellis although beware with the Japanese variety: its so vigorous, its regarded as an unwanted weed in several states of the USA, as well as in New Zealand. It has an animalic quality, and is warm, a little powdery and decidedly erotic. Id use more of it except that citrus fruit essential oils are restricted these days, and I almost always want to get some grapefruit in there too. Perfumers use notes from two stages of blackcurrants life: the blossom, and the fruit itself, both from the Ribes nigrum plant. Angels trumpet, or brugmansia) have been prized as sacred in many cultures. Although ink-y notes can come from natural materials like oakmoss, it generally isnt really ink that youll smell in a scent. The links are rooted in the tradition of the gantier parfumeurs, a guild of glove-makers in Paris who fashioned gloves for royalty and the aristocracy as far back as the 15th Century. If you know which ingredient you want to read about, you can either input the name into our search box (top right). Its used to beautiful effect in gourmand fragrances, and blends with woods and earthy notes, too. Vivienne Westwood Boudoir Unpick the chemical structure of this plant and youll find its incredibly rich in an aroma compound called eugenol - so quite often, what you smell in a perfume hasnt come from a plant at all, but has been synthesised. (The actual aroma compound itself is called oxane, FYI.) Vera Wang Vera, Deadly nightshade. Serge Lutens Jeu de Peau, A hay meadow in a bottle? You can enjoy it in colognes, Ambres chypres, as well as petal-perfect florals. "Ozone has been used for many years but really exploded after the creation of L'eau D'Issey in 1992. "Typically musks add texture to fragrances and give them depth," says Illolahia. Davidoff Cool Water Thats really the smell of cedar, which is of course also the wood used for pencils. In perfumery, date is used as a fruitily sweet fantasy note especially in gourmand fragrances giving a drizzle of caramel, honeyed, buttery sweetness. Philosophy Love Calendula blossoms, with their musky pungency, are used to produce essential oil through steam distillation; tagetes oil comes from the seeds of that plant though in terms of what they deliver to a perfume composition, theyre pretty interchangeable. Juliette Has A Gun Miss Charming Beavers anal glands. Diesel Loverdose ), Legend has it that geraniums first grew where the prophet Mohammed hung his shirt to dry in the sun. This spice is used quite widely in perfumery as well as a wide range of foods and medicines, too, produced everywhere from South America to Malaysia, the Caribbean, Japan and Africa. (Its also, rather usefully, anti-microbial and anti-flatulant though not in perfume!). Guerlain Idylle As perfumer Alienor Massenet explains, 'Freesia in perfumery is an imaginary reconstitution - but the smell is gorgeous.' The hybrid Dutch lavender, or Lavandula intermedia, produces an oil called lavandin, with a sharper and more medicinal odour. Its resinous. Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur Gardenia gets its name from the US botanist Dr. Alexander Garden, and grows naturally in the Far East, India and China. But if the Christmas trees the most familiar member of the pine family, its just one of 115 varieties that grow mostly in the Northern hemisphere. (Recently, iris has become distinctly fashionable as a fragrance ingredient.). It's a combination of synthetic and natural ingredients such as vanilla, patchouli, labdanum, styrax, and benzoin," says Medina. Calvin Klein Eternity It smells sweet, but not as cloying as hyacinth. Guy LarocheFidji There are dozens of species of evergreen in the pine/fir family and the essential oils produced by each of them have subtly different qualities. Serge Lutens Bas de Soie Its a harvest for patient souls: juniper berries (which can be blue, red-brown or orange) take three years to ripen, and are steam-distilled to release their pungency. Freesia works perfectly to complement lily of the valley, peony, magnolia, but is rarely the shining star of a perfume itself. Musk produced by a gland at the base of the African civet cat's tail, pure civet is said to have a strong, unpleasant odor, but in small quantities, it is often used to add depth and warmth to a fragrance. Amouage Memoir Woman (And although described as blue, they can be tinged from white to pink to deep, almost hyacinth in colour). As an alternative, perfumers have turned to synthetic oud, although trained noses will tell you that it smells plainer, woody and leathery but without the warm, balsamic qualities. Jo Loves Pomelo Serge Lutens Arabie ), Goutal Quel Amour But references also exist, indicating the name comes from the Turkish word beg-armudi which translates as prince's pear or prince of pears, Bergamot is commercially grown in southern Calabria in southern Italy, where more than 80% of the essential oil is produced by zesting the rind. A well-known family of garden shrubs, syringe bursts into a froth of white flowers in late spring, filling the air with its jasmine-like sweetness which is what perfumers capture, often alongside other white florals, but also in chypre creations. So much so that the colourless liquid is actually used in almost all jasmine-based scents. Some people say it smells of onions or leeks; others, that it has a balsamy, resinous or even sweaty edge - but as with so many botanical ingredients, asafoetida can work magic when skilfully blended in perfumes: the teeniest of quantities acts as an accenter, to boost the power of other ingredients including galbanum, which is widely-used in chypre scents, including Ma Griffe by Carven, and Pierre Balmains Vent Vert. With the current frenzy for exotic cocktails, chances are you may tasted wormwood (Artemisia absinthum) the key ingredient in absinthe, a drink that was for years banned in France but is now very much in vogue. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia Essenza (Cashmeran is a trademarked ingredient from the perfumer supplier International Flavours and Fragrances, or IFF.) Celine Dion Paris Night And expensive, so expensive! Its over 15,000 years since man first harnessed bees busy-ness to produce this natural sweetener. Donna Karan DKNY Red Delicious Antonias Flowers Floret But although cannabis has a famously strong, aromatic, herbal, sometimes nutty or grassy vibe (and occasionally skunky and animalic, even), its probably present in fragrances more for its shock/publicity factor than for any genuine narcotic quality it brings. "Because they are so long-lasting, musk is often the note that lingers on the skin after all the other notes have disappeared.". Of all the fragrance ingredients out there, lavenders probably the most widely recognised (even if blindfolded) for its soothing, calming aromatic qualities. You cant shake a real cocktail into a scent, of course so the drink has been conjured up synthetically as a fantasy fragrance ingredient to give a sense of sparkling, crisp peachiness. It then conjures up jasmine and orange blossom, and goes beautifully with green notes, and other floral ingredients. Off-screen, this flowering plant flourishes further afield than the European alps, where its a protected species: edelweiss is nowadays most commonly found in Javanese mountain regions. Byredo Pulp Katy Perry Meow That translates as having an overripe character. Chanel Gardnia The name (who knew?) Artemisia refers to a large family of aromatic plants think: mugwort (moxa, in Chinese medicine), tarragon and wormwood. The scent actually comes from an aroma compound called coumarin: traditionally, tonka beans would be dried and cured in rum, producing small crystals of coumarin. Tauer Perfumes06 Incense Rose. Tangerine and mandarin are basically interchangeable: their zestiness is instantly cheering - sweet, fruity, citrussy, with hints of neroli and just what perfumers often look for to lift the overture of a scent. Those frond-like leaves evoke the forest, and its damp, earthy, humus-rich floor but actually, its the rhizomes (gnarly roots) from which the ferns essential oil is extracted, using volatile solvents. In Victorian times, tuberose symbolised dangerous pleasure and voluptuousness and thats pretty much what perfumers are aiming for, when they use it. Theres a great article on angels trumpet on the perfume website Fragrantica, if you click here. Prada Les Infusions de Prada Iris Cdre Tangerine was named after Tangier in Morocco, which has been exporting tangerines since 1841. Sometimes, alternatively, the scent of the blossom of the apricot tree (a.k.a. The most celebrated use of bourgeons de cassis has been in Guerlains 1969 perfume, Chamade. It goes to show: flowers are more than what we see. Why not sniff that out, and let your nostrils decide what they think of Iso E Super? It is credited for starting an entire subfamily- the Marines," says perfumer Christine Hassan. Boucheron Boucheron It has an abstract quality and has become widely used as a base note, in more complex perfumes. Bulgari Eau Parfume au Th Vert The Different Company Rose Poivre And so, Amaretto (the drink) was born. As an alternative, perfumers have turned to synthetic oud, although trained noses will tell you that it smells plainer, woody and leathery but without the warm, balsamic qualities. Iris, or orris, has lent its sweetness to perfumery for centuries as far back as Ancient Rome and Greece, or perhaps even beyond. Edelweiss does make an appearance in a couple of Swiss Army fragrances but its there, we suspect, more to make a link that evokes the wide open spaces of Switzerland than for the note itself. Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto. I had to see what it was like, then I fell totally in love with it. Rich and naturally complex, there are soft, come-hither floral elements to the balsam, as well as sweet vanilla and spicy cinnamon notes; its often used in ambres. Perhaps unsurprisingly, frangipani pairs well with ingredients from tropical fruits, and coconut. Guerlain Insolence Kylie Minogue Music Box When we smell or taste anything, our receptors constantly wipe those fleeting encounters to prepare for the next flavour or a smell. Yves Saint Laurent Opium. Youre most likely to encounter wheat in a gourmand (edible) or Ambre fragrance though sometimes, used sparingly, its used as a modifier: an ingredient added to make something smell truly unique, rather than another me-too scent. Derived froma plant native to Brazil, tonka bean has an aroma of vanilla, but with strong hints of cinnamon, cloves, and almonds. Leather and perfumery go way back together, meanwhile. Seasonally perfect scents delivered right to your door, works nicely as long as you dont mind its lack of commitment'. Once upon a time, jasmines scent was extracted through a process called enfleurage: the flowers were pressed into layers of fat, and gradually the scent migrated to the fat, from which it could be extracted. Yves Saint Laurent Paris. When you read the note incense in a fragrance, if often means frankincense. Theres a wide variety of different names for this perfume, including: Patchouli Ethanone Isocyclemone E Ambralux Anthamber Although there are many manufacturing methods, only the IFF product is considered to be Iso E Super. Because some of the natural chemical compounds found in basil eugenol, linalool and methyleugenol are sensitisers, those now must be listed on perfume ingredients lists as a caution to those who know they react. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Apparently, this got its name from the way it manages to smell like a combination of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg sweet and dry, all at once. Stand in a bluebell wood, close your eyes and a delicate, green-floral haze will envelop and delight you: thats what perfumers who work with bluebell are trying to recreate. Floris Stephanotis Serge LutensUn Bois de Vanille. Prada Prada Amber CK One Shock for Her Mariah Carey M. Weve noticed yuzu turning up in quite a few fragrance compositions lately. But its the orgy of white neroli blossoms which get noses really excited: airy, citrussy, green, but with whispers of honey and orange bubbling subtly underneath. Grs Fleur de Cabotine 19. In India, meanwhile, narcissus one of the oils applied to the body before prayer, along with jasmine, sandalwood and rose. Boadicea The Victorious Magnificent WebThe common ingredients found in perfume are benzyl alcohol, acetone, linalool, ethanol, ethyl acetate, benzaldehyde, camphor, formaldehyde, methylene chloride and limonene. Heres the science bit: 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-carbaldehyde, piperonyl aldehyde, 3,4-methylenedioxybenzaldehyde and piperonal are all names for heliotropin. The absolute created from the nut itself is sweet, but with a bitter edge (think Amaretto, here); almond can give a fragrance a marzipan quality, maybe even remind you of macaroons. LArtisan ParfumeurPremier Figuier "Smells like forest bathing to me.". This product of the galbanum plant is used as a top note, instead and some very famous fragrances (see below) get their character from this VIP perfume ingredient most notably Chanels No. A Far Eastern flower, a member of the lilac and olive family: known as Kwei Hwa or Mo Hsi, its been used there to fragrance tea and other drinks, as well as jam. Many of us are familiar with blackberry-picking ourselves: the Rubus fruticosus bramble tangles itself over countless hedgerows, perfect for turning into desserts, jams, jellies and even home-made wine. For a while, attempts were made to keep civet cats in captivity including in Britain to ensure a ready supply of this perfume ingredient. Tom Ford Jonquille de Nuit Whoosh! Production of this beautiful powdery, soft, floral, elegant note requires great patience hence the hefty price-tag. Boucheron Boucheron ", A heavy, full-bodied, powdery, warm fragrance note, amber oil comes from the Baltic amber tree. ), In perfumery, the not-quite-ripe peppercorns of the Piper nigrum vine are dried, crushed and steam-distilled to create an intensely-fragrant oil which is surprisingly complex: as well as delivering a burst of heat, its surprisingly fresh and woody, too, blending beautifully with citrus fruits like lemon, as well as aromatics including lavender, ginger, clove, coriander and geranium. Paul & Joe Blanc And in perfumery? Can anyone whos not a trained nose tell the difference between this and an actual peach? In a fragrance, teas almost as refreshing as in a china cup. Long before that, though, the bitter orange tree is thought to have been brought to Europe by the Arabs from the Middle East, when the trade routes opened up. Acacia honey: the variations are almost limitless, sometimes woody, flowery, herbal or even tobacco-y. Dior Dune Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh Opoponax catches alight easily, which explains why its been used for incense for centuries: King Solomon apparently regarded opopanax as the noblest of incense gums. In fact, there are hundreds of species of geranium, with scents that conjure up many other plants: lemon, apple, lime, mint, orange, rose, citronella, camphor, pineapple, sage and more. Oddly enough, I find that my customers describe certain synthetic fragrances as fresh and natural. As perfumer Christine Nagel explains, 'I like to use tangerine in many different structures for its fizzy, joyful, luminous effect in a fragrance. Most of us fall into one camp or the other, but even if youre not a licorice-licker, you may still find its subtle aniseed-y, almost caramel-y note in perfumery intriguing and beguiling. "In perfumery, we use the oil extracted from the lemon peel, which is zesty and juicy, and gives brightness to a fragrance," says perfumer Dana Schmitt. Actually, fennel produces TWO types of oil: bitter fennel, and sweet fennel, which can be used as top notes OR heart notes, blending well with lavender, rose, geranium, basil, lemon, rosemary, violet leaf and sandalwood. It is the most natural musk sensuality," says perfumer Pascal Gaurin. Andy TauerUne Rose Vermeille James Heeley Cardinal Kenzo LEau Par Kenzo Acqua di Parma Colonia Acqua di Parma Raspberries quite often appear, nowadays, as part of a red berry accord in fruity-, or fruity-floral scents. 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