Gourmand

Marshmallow

Note Profile

Prepared 315 perfumes

Also Known As

Chocolate marshmallow, fluffy marshmallow, Pink Marshmallow

About

Marshmallow in perfumery is characterized by its soft, sweet, and airy scent that is reminiscent of the confection. It often combines powdery vanilla, subtle sugary notes, and a delicate, fluffy texture, evoking comfort and playful nostalgia in gourmand fragrances.

Scent Profile

Marshmallow in perfumery presents a soft, sweet, and powdery aroma with creamy vanilla undertones and subtle hints of sugar. Its scent is airy and delicate, evoking the texture of the confection and a gentle, comforting sweetness. Over time, it can reveal faint musky or milky nuances that add depth to its gourmand character.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting

Family Sweet & Gourmand, Floral

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

What this is made of

Marshmallow names no single substance

Reconstructed

A confectionery accord - ethyl maltol, vanilla and musk. Althaea officinalis, the actual marshmallow plant, is odourless.

How the layers join

Origin

The marshmallow note is a fantasy accord created by blending vanillin, ethyl maltol, and musk, as the actual confection does not yield an extractable scent. These aroma chemicals and natural isolates are combined to replicate the olfactory impression of marshmallow. It is entirely synthetic in perfumery practice.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use marshmallow primarily in the heart or base of gourmand and floral compositions to impart softness, sweetness, and a plush texture. It blends well with vanilla, heliotrope, rose, and fruity notes, and is often used to evoke a comforting or nostalgic mood. Its presence can round off sharper notes and enhance the overall smoothness of a fragrance.