Citrus

Lemon

Note Profile

Natural 1021 perfumes

Also Known As

Amalfi Lemon, Calabrian Lemon, Italian Lemon, Lemon Leaves, Primofiore Lemon, Sicilian Lemon

About

Bright, zesty lemon

Scent Profile

Lemon has a vibrant, zesty aroma with sharp, sparkling citrus facets and a slightly sweet undertone. Its scent is immediately recognisable, with fresh, effervescent top notes that can also reveal subtle green and floral nuances as it dissipates. The fragrance is fleeting, lending an initial burst of brightness before quickly fading.

Citrus 85%

Floral 0%

Fruity 5%

Green 5%

Sweet 0%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 60%

Origin

Lemon essential oil is primarily obtained by cold-pressing the rind of Citrus limon fruits, cultivated in Mediterranean regions, California, and parts of South America. The oil is extracted without heat to preserve its volatile aromatic compounds. Some perfumery uses also employ lemon terpenes or distilled fractions for specific effects.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use lemon almost exclusively as a top note to impart freshness and lift to compositions, often in colognes, eaux fraîches, and citrus accords. It blends well with other citrus oils, aromatic herbs, florals, and light woods, enhancing the radiance of a fragrance's opening. Due to its volatility, it is rarely used in the heart or base of perfumes.