lotus
Floral Family
Lotus is a delicate and ethereal floral note, offering a serene and aquatic freshness to fragrances.
Intensity
light
Longevity
moderate
Popularity
2 fragrances
Family
Floral
About lotus
The lotus note in perfumery is celebrated for its light, clean, and slightly aquatic floral scent, evoking the serene beauty of lotus flowers floating on water. Unlike more opulent floral notes such as rose or jasmine, lotus provides a subtler, more tranquil olfactory experience, making it a favorite for creating fresh, airy compositions. Its aquatic nuances lend a unique freshness that can both elevate the lighter facets of a perfume and provide a soothing counterbalance to heavier, more intense notes. In perfumery, lotus is often used to impart a sense of purity, calm, and elegance, making it a popular choice for daytime and summer fragrances, as well as in scents designed to convey a sense of tranquility and peace.
Natural Sources
- •Hydro-distillation
- •Solvent extraction
Synthetic Alternatives
Linalool, 1,8-Cineole, Methyl eugenol
Perfumer's Tips
Lotus is typically used as a top or middle note in perfumes to introduce a fresh, aquatic, and slightly sweet floral character. Its subtle presence is ideal for adding a clean and serene touch to compositions without overwhelming other notes. Perfumers often use it to soften and balance more potent floral or woody elements, creating harmonious and well-rounded fragrances.