Celebrate N.O.W
EDP · 2017
Escada
Statement
Magnolia
Note Profile
Also Known As
Indian Magnolia, Magnolia Petal, Magnolia Petals
About
Lemony white floral
Scent Profile
Magnolia has a creamy white floral scent with pronounced lemony and green facets. It offers a fresh, slightly waxy character that can evoke both citrus and subtle tea-like nuances. The aroma evolves from a bright, airy opening to a soft, petal-like drydown.
ScentWheel
Breadthfocused
EnvelopeHeart · ~5h lasting
Origin
Magnolia is sourced from the flowers of Magnolia species, primarily Magnolia grandiflora and Magnolia champaca. The essential oil or absolute is typically obtained through solvent extraction or steam distillation of the petals.
Usage in Perfumery
Perfumers use magnolia mainly as a heart note to impart freshness and luminosity to floral accords. It blends well with citrus, other white florals, and green notes, and is valued for adding naturalistic brightness and lift to compositions.
Notable Perfumers
Perfumers known for using Magnolia include Paolo Terenzi , Christian Provenzano , Alberto Morillas , Nathalie Lorson , Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud , and Maurice Roucel .
A variety of
Floral
Floral
Similar Notes
Common Accords
Perfumes featuring Magnolia
A selection of reviewed perfumes where Magnolia appears prominently.
Songe à La Douceur C.B.
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All of Me
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Narciso Rodriguez
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Aura Loewe Pink Magnolia
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Loewe
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Bombshell Seduction
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Victoria's Secret
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Ciel Magnolia
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Kenzo
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Clementine Dream
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Cricket Song
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Cute Chaos
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Carolina Herrera
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