Fresh

5190 perfumes

About

Clean, airy, light

Scent Profile

The fresh accord is characterized by clean, airy, and light olfactory qualities, often evoking a sense of coolness and clarity. It typically features bright citrus, green, or watery notes such as bergamot, lemon, mint, and cucumber. This accord is noted for its crispness and uplifting effect, with minimal warmth or heaviness.

Citrus 11%

Floral 26%

Fruity 18%

Green 16%

Sweet 18%

Warm 5%

Woody 7%

Earthy 4%

Animalic 2%

Fresh 27%

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Fresh fragrances.

Peony 1048

Cherry Blossom 98

Red Currant 87

Kiwi 39

Grass 114

Fig Leaf 129

Calone 58

Wisteria 50

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Fresh fragrances.

Cedar 5596

Citrus 841

Ginger 1400

Amber 6321

Jasmine 6819

Lemon 2895

Pear 1087

Apple 1205

Cactus 32

Cotton Flower 40

Cristalon 1

Rose 6465

History

Fresh accords gained prominence in modern perfumery during the late 20th century, coinciding with a cultural preference for clean and minimalist scents. The development of new synthetic molecules and aquatic notes in the 1990s further expanded the possibilities for fresh compositions. This accord reflects a shift from the heavier, more opulent fragrances of earlier eras.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use the fresh accord to impart a sense of cleanliness and vitality, often as a top note to create an immediate, invigorating impression. It is commonly paired with floral, woody, or aquatic accords to balance and brighten the overall composition. Fresh accords are especially prevalent in colognes, summer fragrances, and unisex scents.