Synthetic

Gasoline

Note Profile

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About

Gasoline is a note that recreates fuel without using it. It is made from synthetic molecules such as alkylbenzenes and aldehydes. It smells sharp and volatile, with metallic, oily and slightly sweet tones and an industrial feel. Rubber and tar show through, and faint citrus or floral touches remain as it fades. It is used sparingly, as an accent.

Scent Profile

Gasoline in perfumery is characterised by a sharp, volatile aroma with metallic, oily, and slightly sweet undertones. It has a distinctive industrial quality, often evoking associations with rubber, tar, and faint citrus or floral nuances as it dissipates. The scent is highly diffusive and can impart a sense of urban or mechanical atmosphere.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~4h lasting

What this is made of

Gasoline names no single substance

Reconstructed

Petroleum distillate; not a perfumery material.

How the layers join

Origin

Gasoline itself is not used directly in perfumery; instead, its scent is recreated using synthetic molecules such as alkylbenzenes, aldehydes, and certain nitromusks. These compounds are produced in laboratories to safely evoke the characteristic aroma without the hazards of actual fuel.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers employ gasoline notes sparingly, typically as an accent in avant-garde or conceptual fragrances. It is most often used in the heart or base to introduce an edgy, unconventional twist, blending well with leather, smoke, and woody accords to create a modern, urban effect.