Woody

Turpentine

Note Profile

Botanical

About

Turpentine in perfumery delivers a sharp, invigorating, and resinous aroma reminiscent of pine forests. It conveys freshness, clarity, and crispness, often used to lift and brighten woody or green compositions. Its scent is clean, bracing, and slightly medicinal, with strong coniferous undertones.

Scent Profile

Turpentine has a penetrating, resinous aroma with pronounced pine and camphoraceous facets. Its scent is sharp, green, and slightly medicinal, developing a dry, woody nuance as it evaporates. The overall impression is clean and invigorating, with a brisk, forest-like freshness.

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Breadthfocused

EnvelopeTop · ~1h lasting

Family Woody & Earthy, Green & Aromatic

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What this is made of

Turpentine oil

A natural extract

CAS 8006-64-2

The note names the material - Turpentine oil.

Declarable allergen: Named in EU Annex III as Turpentine products must list this name above a set concentration

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Why that matters

A perfume that names Turpentine can use a different extract, a reformulated version, or a synthetic reconstruction. It can also hold less than the amount that requires a declaration. We cannot tell which applies. These rows cover only the substances we hold a link for.

How the layers join

Origin

Turpentine is obtained by distilling the resin of pine trees, primarily species such as Pinus pinaster or Pinus sylvestris. The crude resin is tapped from living trees and then steam-distilled to yield the essential oil used in perfumery. Its production is concentrated in regions with extensive pine forests, such as the southeastern United States and parts of Europe.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use turpentine mainly as a top note to impart brightness and lift to woody, green, and fougère compositions. It blends well with other coniferous materials, citrus oils, and aromatic herbs, enhancing the freshness and clarity of a fragrance. Its volatile nature means it is typically used in small amounts to avoid overpowering other notes.