Herbal

278 perfumes

About

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.

Citrus 7%

Floral 8%

Fruity 2%

Green 35%

Sweet 9%

Warm 14%

Woody 7%

Earthy 11%

Animalic 3%

Fresh 21%

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Herbal fragrances.

Immortelle 61

Hay 29

Chamomile 37

Artemisia 101

Marjoram 5

Sage 140

Cannabis 13

Myrtle 26

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Herbal fragrances.

Hay 29

Cannabis 13

Myrtle 26

Aspic 1

Lavender 550

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.