Citrus

Lime

Note Profile

Natural 766 perfumes

Also Known As

calamansi, Lime Leaf

About

Sharp, green lime

Scent Profile

Lime has a sharp, vibrant citrus aroma with pronounced green, zesty facets and a slightly bitter rind nuance. Its scent is more piercing and less sweet than lemon, with a fresh, effervescent quality that can evolve into a subtly woody undertone as it dries down.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeTop · ~0.5h lasting

Origin

Lime oil is typically cold-pressed from the peel of Citrus aurantiifolia or Citrus latifolia fruits, primarily grown in tropical and subtropical regions such as Mexico and India. Distilled lime oil is also produced, offering a slightly different aromatic profile with reduced phototoxicity.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use lime predominantly as a top note to impart immediate freshness and brightness to compositions. It blends well with other citrus, aromatic herbs, and light florals, and is often found in colognes, fougères, and summer fragrances.