Note
All 1 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This crisp and clean wood extract offers a sophisticated alternative to the richer, creamier profiles of traditional sandalwood or cedarwood. When you encounter it in a fragrance, you will notice a dry, pencil shaving quality paired with a subtle, airy muskiness that feels remarkably light on the skin. It possesses a certain transparent sharpness that cuts through heavier accords, providing a structural backbone that remains elegant rather than overpowering. Perfumers frequently reach for this note when constructing modern aromatic fougeres, aquatic compositions, and minimalist woody scents, as it helps bridge the gap between volatile top notes and more stubborn base ingredients. It functions primarily as a stabilizer, adding a textured, forest-like freshness that lingers without weighing down the blend. Because of its neutral and slightly cooling character, it serves as an excellent fixative that elevates citrus openings while lending a polished, refined edge to the dry down, making it an essential component for those seeking a contemporary, understated olfactory signature.
1 fragrances · 1 brands · £29

This crisp and clean wood extract offers a sophisticated alternative to the richer, creamier profiles of traditional sandalwood or cedarwood. When you encounter it in a fragrance, you will notice a dry, pencil shaving quality paired with a subtle, airy muskiness that feels remarkably light on the skin. It possesses a certain transparent sharpness that cuts through heavier accords, providing a structural backbone that remains elegant rather than overpowering. Perfumers frequently reach for this note when constructing modern aromatic fougeres, aquatic compositions, and minimalist woody scents, as it helps bridge the gap between volatile top notes and more stubborn base ingredients. It functions primarily as a stabilizer, adding a textured, forest-like freshness that lingers without weighing down the blend. Because of its neutral and slightly cooling character, it serves as an excellent fixative that elevates citrus openings while lending a polished, refined edge to the dry down, making it an essential component for those seeking a contemporary, understated olfactory signature.
Prices range £29 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.