Synthetic

Calypsone

Note Profile

Natural 5 perfumes

About

Calypsone is a synthetic ingredient that imparts a fresh, watery, and marine fragrance, often described as evoking the scent of sea breeze or a clean oceanic atmosphere. It is less metallic and more floral-aquatic than Calone, adding a transparent and slightly fruity nuance to modern aquatic and fresh fragrances.

Scent Profile

Calypsone has a fresh, watery scent profile with pronounced marine and ozonic facets. It is less metallic than similar marine synthetics, offering a clean oceanic impression with subtle floral and fruity undertones. The note evolves with a persistent aquatic transparency and a hint of melon-like sweetness.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 25%

Green 0%

Sweet 0%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 65%

Origin

Calypsone is a synthetic aroma compound developed through organic chemistry, not found in nature. It is produced in laboratories by fragrance ingredient manufacturers and supplied as a stable liquid for perfumery use.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use Calypsone primarily in the top and heart of aquatic, fresh, and modern floral compositions. It blends well with citrus, green notes, light florals, and other marine ingredients to create a transparent, breezy effect. Calypsone is valued for imparting a clean, contemporary freshness without the sharpness of older marine synthetics.