Note
All 1 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This clean, woody note offers a distinct olfactory profile that bridges the gap between the resinous depth of forest floor timber and the crisp, airy brightness of freshly laundered linen. Unlike the oilier or more balsamic varieties of cedar, this lighter iteration presents a dry, pencil shaving quality that feels sophisticated and incredibly refined. In modern perfumery, its primary character is one of structural support and elegant minimalism. It serves as a fantastic fixative that stabilizes volatile citrus or floral top notes without weighing them down. You will most frequently encounter this note in woody, aromatic, and aquatic fragrance families, where it provides a smooth, lingering backbone that feels both grounding and refreshingly bright. It functions as a versatile bridge, often pulling together complex blends by smoothing over jagged edges. Because of its subtle, clean radiance, it is an essential tool for perfumers looking to achieve a contemporary, ethereal scent profile that feels polished, intellectual, and effortlessly timeless on the skin.
1 fragrances · 1 brands · £22.5

This clean, woody note offers a distinct olfactory profile that bridges the gap between the resinous depth of forest floor timber and the crisp, airy brightness of freshly laundered linen. Unlike the oilier or more balsamic varieties of cedar, this lighter iteration presents a dry, pencil shaving quality that feels sophisticated and incredibly refined. In modern perfumery, its primary character is one of structural support and elegant minimalism. It serves as a fantastic fixative that stabilizes volatile citrus or floral top notes without weighing them down. You will most frequently encounter this note in woody, aromatic, and aquatic fragrance families, where it provides a smooth, lingering backbone that feels both grounding and refreshingly bright. It functions as a versatile bridge, often pulling together complex blends by smoothing over jagged edges. Because of its subtle, clean radiance, it is an essential tool for perfumers looking to achieve a contemporary, ethereal scent profile that feels polished, intellectual, and effortlessly timeless on the skin.
The top rated fragrance is Marks & Spencer Dewy Rose (7.0/10).
Prices range £22.5 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.