sweet pea
Floral Family
A delicate, sweet floral note reminiscent of spring.
moderate
short
2 fragrances
Floral
Olfactory Profile
About sweet pea
Sweet pea is a charming floral note, cherished for its delicate and sweetly aromatic profile. Originating from the flowering plant in the genus Lathyrus, particularly Lathyrus odoratus, sweet pea has been a symbol of pleasure and delicate beauty. In perfumery, it is celebrated for its light, fresh, and floral characteristics, evoking images of English gardens in full bloom. Despite its natural origins, obtaining the scent from the flowers themselves is challenging, leading to reliance on synthetic recreations to capture its essence in fragrances.
Synthetic Alternatives
Due to the difficulty in extracting oil from the sweet pea flowers, synthetic versions are created to mimic its light, sweet floral scent. These synthetic molecules replicate the airy, fresh, and floral attributes of sweet pea, making it accessible for use in various fragrances.
Perfumer's Tips
Sweet pea is typically used as a middle note in perfumes, contributing to the heart of a fragrance with its light, floral sweetness. It is best used in moderation to complement other floral or fresh notes, adding a delicate, spring-like feel to compositions.