Herbal

Neem

Note Profile

Natural

Scent Profile

Neem has a pungent, intensely green and bitter aroma with pronounced herbal and slightly sulfurous undertones. Its scent can be reminiscent of crushed leaves, with nuances of earthiness and astringency that persist throughout its evaporation. The note remains sharp and medicinal, evolving only subtly as it dries down.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 30%

Sweet 0%

Warm 10%

Woody 30%

Earthy 40%

Animalic 5%

Fresh 0%

Origin

Neem is derived from the leaves and seeds of the Azadirachta indica tree, native to the Indian subcontinent. Extraction is typically performed via steam distillation of the leaves or cold pressing of the seeds to obtain neem oil.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use neem in niche and conceptual fragrances to impart a bold herbal character or to evoke medicinal, earthy facets. It is generally used in trace amounts as an accent in heart or base notes, often paired with vetiver, patchouli, or aromatic herbs.