Floral

Hawthorn

Note Profile

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About

Hawthorn in perfumery has a delicate, sweet floral scent with almond-like and slightly powdery nuances. It can evoke the aroma of spring blossoms with a hint of green and sometimes a faint, honeyed undertone. The note is often used to add a soft, romantic, and nostalgic floral character to fragrances.

Scent Profile

Hawthorn has a delicate, sweet floral aroma with pronounced almond-like and powdery facets. Its scent carries subtle green and honeyed nuances, evoking the impression of springtime blossoms. The note can develop a soft, slightly creamy undertone as it evolves.

Citrus 0%

Floral 65%

Fruity 0%

Green 10%

Sweet 30%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 20%

Fresh 5%

Origin

In perfumery, hawthorn is typically recreated using a blend of synthetic molecules such as anisic aldehyde, heliotropin, and phenylacetic acid, as the natural flower yields little to no extractable oil. The note is inspired by the blossoms of Crataegus species, which are native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use hawthorn primarily in the heart of floral compositions to impart a nostalgic, romantic character. It blends well with notes like rose, mimosa, heliotrope, and almond, and can soften sharper florals or add a vintage nuance to powdery accords. Hawthorn is valued for its ability to evoke the atmosphere of spring gardens.