orange
Citrus Family
Orange, a vibrant citrus note, offers a refreshing and uplifting aroma that invigorates the senses.
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Citrus
About orange
Orange as a fragrance note embodies the quintessential essence of citrus freshness, characterized by its juicy, sweet, and sometimes slightly tangy scent. This note is derived from the rind of the orange fruit and is celebrated for its bright, sunny, and cheerful olfactory profile. It plays a crucial role in perfumery by adding a burst of energy and lightness to compositions, often used in the top notes to captivate the wearer from the first spritz. Orange can vary from the sweet, candied aroma of the blood orange to the sharper, more bitter scent of the Seville orange, demonstrating versatility within its own category. It's commonly paired with other citrus notes, florals, and spices to create fragrances that range from refreshing colognes to sophisticated, complex creations.
Natural Sources
- •Cold pressing of the rind
- •Steam distillation
- •Solvent extraction (for absolute)
Synthetic Alternatives
Limonene, Myrcene, Alpha-pinene, Linalool
Perfumer's Tips
Orange is predominantly used in the top notes of a fragrance to provide an initial burst of freshness and to introduce a sense of lightness and energy to the composition. It blends well with spicy notes like nutmeg and clove, floral notes such as jasmine and rose, and other citrus notes, creating a harmonious and vibrant bouquet. Its versatility allows it to be featured in a wide range of fragrances, from summer colognes to warm, winter orientals.