Amaranth
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Amaranth

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Note Profile

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About

Amaranth is a note from the flowering plant genus of that name, native to the Americas. Natural extraction is rare, so the scent is usually recreated with aroma compounds. It is a soft, delicate floral with a light sweetness, a powdery feel and a hint of green. It is used in the heart to round out floral bouquets.

Scent Profile

Amaranth in perfumery presents a delicate, subtly sweet floral aroma with soft powdery undertones and a hint of green freshness. Its scent is reminiscent of wildflowers with a gentle, almost creamy nuance that remains understated and elegant. Over time, it can reveal faint earthy and musky facets, adding depth to floral accords.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused
EnvelopeHeart · ~6h lasting

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

ScentArt

What this is made of

Amaranth names no single substance

Reconstructed

Not fragrant; one of the decorative garden flowers whose vectors cluster for that reason.

How the layers join

Origin

Amaranth refers to a genus of flowering plants, with the note in perfumery typically derived from the seeds or flowers. Natural extraction is rare; the scent is usually recreated using aroma compounds to evoke the plant's floral and powdery qualities. The plant is native to the Americas but is cultivated in various regions for ornamental and culinary uses.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use amaranth primarily as a heart note to impart a soft, powdery floral character and to round out bouquets. It blends well with other florals such as rose, violet, and iris, as well as with musks and soft woods. Its gentle profile makes it suitable for both feminine and unisex compositions, often lending a refined, vintage touch.

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Perfumes featuring Amaranth

A selection of reviewed perfumes where Amaranth appears prominently.