Woody

Cypress

Note Profile

Natural 500 perfumes

Also Known As

Sicilian Cypress

About

Fresh, evergreen wood

Scent Profile

Cypress has a fresh, resinous woody scent with crisp evergreen facets and subtle hints of spice. Its aroma is clean and slightly balsamic, evoking conifer forests and cool, shaded groves. The note can evolve from bright and airy to deeper, drier wood tones as it develops.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeBase · ~44h lasting

Origin

Cypress oil is primarily obtained from the branches, needles, and cones of Cupressus sempervirens, commonly grown in Mediterranean regions. The essential oil is extracted through steam distillation, preserving its volatile aromatic compounds.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use cypress mainly as a heart or top note to impart freshness and structure in woody, aromatic, and fougère compositions. It blends well with citrus, lavender, vetiver, and other woods, providing lift and a naturalistic green character.