Earthy - Note Profile | ScentVerdict

Earthy

Note Profile

Natural 15 perfumes

Scent Profile

Earthy notes evoke the smell of damp soil, forest floor, and minerals, often with nuances of moss, roots, and decaying leaves. They can have a cool, slightly musty or mineralic undertone that adds depth and realism. Over time, earthy accords may reveal subtle woody, smoky, or green facets.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 5%

Sweet 0%

Warm 5%

Woody 15%

Earthy 75%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 5%

Origin

Earthy accords in perfumery are typically created using natural materials such as patchouli, vetiver, oakmoss, and labdanum, or by blending synthetic molecules that mimic the scent of soil and minerals. Some compositions also incorporate mushroom or truffle extracts for added authenticity.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use earthy notes primarily in the heart and base of fragrances to provide grounding, complexity, and a naturalistic quality. They blend well with woods, mosses, spices, and florals, and are essential in chypre, fougère, and woody fragrance families.