Woody

Beech

Note Profile

Natural 1 perfume

Scent Profile

Beech wood presents a dry, subtly smoky woody aroma with gentle earthy undertones and a faintly sweet, resinous nuance. Its scent is less intense than oak or cedar, offering a clean, understated woodiness that can evoke forest air and freshly cut timber. Over time, it maintains its soft, linear character without pronounced shifts.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 0%

Sweet 0%

Warm 0%

Woody 70%

Earthy 15%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 0%

Origin

Beech is sourced from the wood of the Fagus sylvatica tree, native to Europe and parts of Asia. In perfumery, its scent is typically recreated using natural isolates, wood distillation, or through synthetic accords that mimic its olfactory profile.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers employ beech primarily as a base note to impart structure and a refined woody backdrop. It blends well with other woods, mosses, and green notes, and is often used to evoke naturalistic or forest-inspired compositions. Its subtlety makes it suitable for both masculine and unisex fragrances.