Floral

Violet

Note Profile

Natural 1413 perfumes

Also Known As

Black Violet, Midnight Violet, Saintpaulia, Violet Petals, Violet Root, Violets, Water Violet, White Violet

About

Sweet, powdery violet

Scent Profile

Violet has a sweet, powdery floral scent with soft green and slightly woody undertones. Its aroma is delicate and airy, often evoking a nostalgic, vintage character. The note can evolve from fresh and dewy to a more creamy, cosmetic powder finish.

Citrus 0%

Floral 70%

Fruity 0%

Green 10%

Sweet 25%

Warm 0%

Woody 5%

Earthy 10%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 20%

Origin

Violet scent in perfumery is primarily derived from the leaves of Viola odorata using solvent extraction, as the flowers themselves yield little fragrance oil. Ionones, key aroma molecules responsible for the violet scent, are also synthesized for consistent quality and supply.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use violet as a heart note to impart a soft, powdery floralcy and a subtle green facet. It blends well with rose, iris, woods, and musks, and is often used in classic floral, powdery, and vintage-inspired compositions.