Fruity

Banana

Note Profile

Botanical 107 perfumes

About

Creamy, sweet tropical fruit with isoamyl acetate character

Scent Profile

Banana in perfumery is characterized by a creamy, sweet, and distinctly tropical aroma, often dominated by the ester isoamyl acetate. It presents ripe, slightly green facets with a soft, custard-like undertone that can evoke both fresh and candied fruit impressions. As it evolves, the note may reveal subtle lactonic and powdery nuances.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeTop · ~1h lasting

Family Fruity

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

What this is made of

Banana names no single substance

Reconstructed

Isoamyl acetate led. The banana essence oil in the naturals list is a flavour material.

How the layers join

Origin

The banana note is typically recreated synthetically in perfumery, primarily using isoamyl acetate and supporting molecules to mimic the natural scent. Natural banana extracts are rarely used due to instability and lack of olfactory fidelity. The synthetic accord allows for precise control and consistency in fragrance compositions.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use banana as a heart or accent note to impart a playful, exotic, or gourmand quality to fruity, tropical, and modern gourmand fragrances. It blends well with coconut, vanilla, jasmine, and other tropical fruits, and can add a creamy texture to both feminine and unisex compositions. Careful dosing is required to avoid overpowering other notes.