Green

Violet Leaf

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Also Known As

green violet leaves, Violet Leaf Absolute, Violet Leaves

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Green, cucumber-like

Scent Profile

Violet leaf smells cold and green, close to cucumber, with a metallic, mineral edge that is sharper than galbanum. A watery, ozonic freshness runs alongside the green. Underneath sits a fatty, waxy undertone, like the inside of a melon rind. It opens sharp and green, then softens into a quiet, suede-like waxy warmth, with no sweetness or powder at all.

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Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting

Family Green & Aromatic, Elemental, Waxy & Fatty, Fresh & Citrus

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Materials That Can Make This Note

Perfumers can build Violet Leaf from materials such as:

Natural extract Violet leaf absolute leafy · green · dry
Undecavertol 4-methyl-3-decen-5-ol lily · violet · oily

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Origin

The extraction process typically involves solvent extraction, as the leaves yield very little oil through distillation. The resulting absolute is a dark green, viscous liquid prized for its unique aroma.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use violet leaf mainly as a top or heart note to impart natural green freshness and a dewy effect. It blends well with citrus, florals, and woody notes, and is used in masculine and unisex compositions for its clean, vegetal character. Its distinctive scent can also modernise classic floral bouquets or add realism to green accords.