Note
All 8 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This unique resin exudes a distinctly fresh and citrus-like aroma, often likened to a blend of lemon and pine, with underlying balsamic warmth. Its character is vibrant and uplifting, offering a sense of clarity and vitality that can enliven a fragrance composition. Elemi resin is prized for its ability to evoke a sense of nature and purity, which makes it a favorite among perfumers seeking to create fresh, woody, or aromatic scents. Commonly found in fragrance families such as citrus, aromatic, and even some woody compositions, it adds a bright opening that captures attention while grounding the scent with a warm, resinous depth. In the context of a perfume, elemi resin typically functions as a heart note, allowing it to blend smoothly with both floral and herbal elements, enhancing their vibrancy. Its versatility enables it to synergize well with other ingredients, making it an excellent choice for modern fragrances that aim to balance freshness with a touch of earthy sophistication. Overall, it embodies a harmonious blend of brightness and depth that resonates well in contemporary perfumery.
8 fragrances · 8 brands · £13.27–£96.96

This unique resin exudes a distinctly fresh and citrus-like aroma, often likened to a blend of lemon and pine, with underlying balsamic warmth. Its character is vibrant and uplifting, offering a sense of clarity and vitality that can enliven a fragrance composition. Elemi resin is prized for its ability to evoke a sense of nature and purity, which makes it a favorite among perfumers seeking to create fresh, woody, or aromatic scents. Commonly found in fragrance families such as citrus, aromatic, and even some woody compositions, it adds a bright opening that captures attention while grounding the scent with a warm, resinous depth. In the context of a perfume, elemi resin typically functions as a heart note, allowing it to blend smoothly with both floral and herbal elements, enhancing their vibrancy. Its versatility enables it to synergize well with other ingredients, making it an excellent choice for modern fragrances that aim to balance freshness with a touch of earthy sophistication. Overall, it embodies a harmonious blend of brightness and depth that resonates well in contemporary perfumery.
The top rated options are Al Haramain Amber Oud Dubai Night (8.3/10), Afnan Historic Sahara (8.3/10) and Bujairami Drip No. 7 (7.8/10).
8 brands are represented, including Afnan, Al Haramain, Assaf, Bujairami, Clean Shaven, French Avenue, RiiFFS and Swiss Arabian.
Prices range between £13.27 and £96.96 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.