Amber

Labdanum

Note Profile

Botanical 3,062 perfumes

Also Known As

Cistus, cistus labdanum, French Labdanum, Spanish Labdanum

About

Rich, leathery resin

Scent Profile

Labdanum has a complex scent profile featuring rich, resinous, and leathery facets with hints of balsamic sweetness and subtle animalic undertones. It develops a warm, ambery depth as it dries down, often evoking sun-warmed earth and dried herbs. Its aroma can also reveal nuances of tobacco and honey.

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Breadthmedium

EnvelopeBase · ~40h lasting

Family Amber · Musk · Leather, Woody & Earthy, Sweet & Gourmand

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What this is made of

Labdanum resinoid

A natural extract

CAS 8016-26-0

Labdanum gum (IFRA NCS), Cistus ladanifer. The backbone of the amber accord.

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Origin

Labdanum is a natural gum resin obtained from the Cistus ladanifer shrub, native to the Mediterranean region. It is collected either by combing the leaves and twigs or by solvent extraction of the plant material. The resulting resinoid or absolute is used in perfumery.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use labdanum primarily as a base note to impart warmth, depth, and longevity to amber accords and oriental compositions. It blends well with ingredients like vanilla, patchouli, incense, and various woods, anchoring and rounding out complex fragrances. Labdanum is a key component in recreating the scent of amber in perfumery.