Herbal

Herbal

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Aromatic herbs, garden herbs, and medicinal plant character

Scent Profile

Herbal accords evoke the aroma of fresh or dried aromatic herbs, often with green, slightly bitter, and camphoraceous facets. They can be cool or warm depending on the specific herbs used, and typically carry a crisp, invigorating, and sometimes medicinal character. Common notes include rosemary, sage, thyme, basil, and lavender, contributing to a natural, garden-like impression.

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Herbal fragrances.

Immortelle Immortelle 215 Hay Hay 163 Chamomile Chamomile 196 Artemisia Artemisia 450 Marjoram Marjoram 30 Sage Sage 859 Cannabis Cannabis 72 Myrtle Myrtle 104

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Herbal fragrances.

Geranium Geranium 2246 African Marigold African Marigold 9 Immortelle Immortelle 215 Hay Hay 163 Celery Seeds Celery Seeds 29 Green Tea Green Tea 44 Sweet Cicely Sweet Cicely 1 Coriander Coriander 996 Cannabis Cannabis 72 Myrtle Myrtle 104 Aspic Aspic 1 Lavender Lavender 3170

History

Herbal accords have roots in ancient perfumery, where aromatic plants were used for both fragrance and medicinal purposes. In modern perfumery, herbal notes became prominent in the 20th century, especially in fougère and aromatic fragrance families. Their association with cleanliness and freshness has made them enduring elements in both masculine and unisex fragrances.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use herbal accords to introduce freshness, complexity, and a naturalistic quality to compositions. They are often featured in top or heart notes, paired with citrus, floral, or woody elements to balance their sharpness. Herbal accords are especially common in fougère, aromatic, and green fragrance structures.

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