night blooming jasmine
Floral Family
Night blooming jasmine is a highly fragrant note that captures the essence of jasmine flowers opening at dusk.
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Floral
Olfactory Profile
About night blooming jasmine
Night blooming jasmine, known for its intoxicating, sweet floral scent, is a prized note in perfumery. This note originates from the jasmine flower that blooms at night, releasing a more potent and sweeter aroma than its daytime counterpart. It is a key ingredient in many floral compositions, cherished for its depth and complexity. Night blooming jasmine adds a rich, seductive layer to fragrances, often used to convey romance and mystery. Its natural sources include the jasmine sambac and jasmine grandiflorum varieties, which are known for their exceptional aromatic profiles.
Natural Sources
- •Jasmine Sambac
- •Jasmine Grandiflorum
Synthetic Alternatives
Synthetic versions of night blooming jasmine are often used in perfumery due to the scarcity and high cost of the natural extract. These versions aim to replicate the complex, sweet, and floral scent of the real flower, offering a more sustainable and accessible option for perfumers.
Perfumer's Tips
Night blooming jasmine is typically used as a middle note in perfumes. It should be balanced carefully with other notes to complement its rich, floral scent without overpowering. A little goes a long way due to its intense aroma.