Synthetic

Galaxolide

Note Profile

Synthetic 5 perfumes

About

Clean white musk

Scent Profile

Galaxolide is a synthetic musk with a clean, soft, and slightly powdery scent profile. It features subtle floral and woody undertones, evolving into a lingering, airy muskiness that imparts a sense of freshness. Its character is smooth and transparent, lacking the animalic facets of natural musks.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeBase · ~400h lasting

Origin

Galaxolide is produced through chemical synthesis, primarily from tetramethylindanone derivatives. It was first developed in the 1960s as a safe and sustainable alternative to natural musk, which is no longer used in perfumery due to ethical and regulatory reasons.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use Galaxolide mainly as a base note to provide lasting clean muskiness and to enhance the diffusion of other ingredients. It is commonly blended with florals, citrus, and woody notes, and is a staple in modern musky accords for both fine fragrance and functional products.

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