Woody

Mahogany

Note Profile

Natural 118 perfumes

Also Known As

Acajou, Mahogany Wood

About

Rich, warm tropical hardwood with sweet, smooth character

Scent Profile

Mahogany has a deep, warm woody aroma with subtle sweet and creamy undertones. Its scent is smooth and polished, sometimes evoking hints of spice or a faint balsamic nuance. As it evolves, it maintains a rich, enveloping presence without sharpness or dryness.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeBase · ~12h lasting

Origin

Mahogany note in perfumery is typically recreated using a blend of natural and synthetic materials, as harvesting real mahogany wood for fragrance is unsustainable. The accord may include cedarwood, sandalwood, and soft amber molecules to mimic the characteristic scent of the tropical hardwood.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use mahogany primarily as a heart or base note to impart warmth and structure to woody, oriental, and gourmand compositions. It blends well with spices, resins, florals, and other woods, lending depth and a refined, luxurious character to the fragrance.