Trick or treat! How about treating yourself to your favorite perfume? But be careful, we might have put a spell on you... some of the ingredients in your perfume secretly stink.
Indole- like public toilets
This molecule, found naturally in jasmine, narcissus, and orange blossom, might remind you of the smell of urine. Adding a small amount of these strange ingredients adds an incredible "bloom" to floral fragrances.
Para-Crésol - Meet at the farm
Although Para-cresol reminds us of a goat scent, it works wonders in floral fragrances. For example, narcissus, jasmine, and tuberose are given an animalic facet, which adds a captivating depth to the creations.
Blackcurrant bud, like cat urine
This fragrant fragrance comes from blackcurrant buds. It is primarily used to enhance fruity and green notes. Be careful, however: in large quantities, its sulfurous odor can turn into the smell of cat urine.
Costus- smells like dirt
In high concentrations, this root resembles the smell of greasy hair or a wet dog. After extracting certain resins, Costus blends perfectly into vanilla and copper compositions. It adds character to the creation!
Butyrates – A ride on the subway during rush hour
This ingredient will remind you of butter or rancid sweat, a greasy and dirty smell, not very appealing! However, butyrates are excellent for formulating fruity facets (strawberry, pineapple, banana). This way, the creations will gain the scent of ripe fruit.
Perfumery is about finding balance, expertise, and a little alchemy. This is the magic of the perfumer: knowing how to manipulate the most difficult raw materials to create incredible creations.
