Note
All 39 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This aromatic herb is a vibrant and refreshing note in perfumery, known for its unmistakable green, slightly sweet, and peppery profile. It evokes a sense of warmth and vibrancy, reminiscent of lush gardens in summer. The character of this note is uplifting and invigorating, often adding a bright facet to compositions, making it a favorite for fragrances aiming to convey a sense of freshness and vitality. Basil often finds its home in aromatic and fresh fragrance families, where it pairs beautifully with citrus, herbal, and floral notes. Its distinctive green qualities can also enhance woody bases, lending depth and complexity to the overall scent. In a composition, it typically functions as a top or middle note, creating an engaging opening or adding intrigue at the heart of a fragrance. It can balance other notes well, introducing a lively contrast that prevents compositions from becoming overly sweet or heavy. Overall, basil is a versatile and dynamic ingredient that infuses a sense of nature and vitality into the art of perfumery.
39 fragrances · 23 brands · £13–£196

This aromatic herb is a vibrant and refreshing note in perfumery, known for its unmistakable green, slightly sweet, and peppery profile. It evokes a sense of warmth and vibrancy, reminiscent of lush gardens in summer. The character of this note is uplifting and invigorating, often adding a bright facet to compositions, making it a favorite for fragrances aiming to convey a sense of freshness and vitality. Basil often finds its home in aromatic and fresh fragrance families, where it pairs beautifully with citrus, herbal, and floral notes. Its distinctive green qualities can also enhance woody bases, lending depth and complexity to the overall scent. In a composition, it typically functions as a top or middle note, creating an engaging opening or adding intrigue at the heart of a fragrance. It can balance other notes well, introducing a lively contrast that prevents compositions from becoming overly sweet or heavy. Overall, basil is a versatile and dynamic ingredient that infuses a sense of nature and vitality into the art of perfumery.
The top rated options are Bujairami Non Stop (8.7/10), Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Verde Aura (8.1/10) and Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Vibe (8.1/10).
23 brands are represented, including Afnan, Al Haramain, Alexandria Fragrances, Assaf, Bujairami, Dossier, Emper Perfumes, French Avenue and 15 others.
Prices range between £13 and £196 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.