Earthy

3362 perfumes

About

Earth, soil, petrichor

Scent Profile

The earthy accord evokes the smell of damp soil, forest floor, and petrichor, with cool, mineralic, and slightly musty undertones. It is characterized by a grounded, natural depth, often perceived as raw, woody, and slightly smoky. Key characteristics include a sense of moistness and richness reminiscent of freshly turned earth.

Citrus 6%

Floral 12%

Fruity 4%

Green 15%

Sweet 11%

Warm 14%

Woody 18%

Earthy 20%

Animalic 6%

Fresh 13%

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Earthy fragrances.

Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 372

Earthy 56

Oakmoss 2435

Vetiver 3896

Galbanum 492

Fern 34

Iris 1925

Orris 1034

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Earthy fragrances.

Soil Tincture 21

Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 372

Musk 10406

Cedar 6090

Compost 1

Amber 6900

Jasmine 7486

Bergamot 7824

Moss 61

Evernyl 10

Iris 1925

Orris 1034

History

Earthy accords have been present in perfumery since the early 20th century, gaining prominence with the use of natural materials like patchouli and vetiver in chypre and fougère fragrances. The association with nature and the outdoors made earthy notes popular in both classic and modern compositions. Their use reflects a broader trend toward naturalism and realism in scent creation.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use earthy accords to add depth, complexity, and a sense of realism to fragrances, often anchoring the base of a composition. They are commonly paired with woody, green, or floral notes to evoke natural landscapes or enhance longevity. Earthy accords are frequently found in chypre, fougère, and woody fragrance families.