Delta Damascone® (IFF) AC

Delta Damascone is a prized ingredient in the fragrance world due to its distinct aroma profile.
Its combination of fruity, floral, and sweet notes—evoking blackcurrant, rose, plum, and a hint of tobacco warmth—makes it a popular choice for perfumers.
Here’s how it’s used in perfumes:

• As a key accent in floral-fruity fragrances: Delta Damascone amplifies the natural sophistication of rose, jasmine, or fruity accords, making it ideal for elegant and luxurious scents.
• To add complexity and depth: Its tobacco-like nuances contribute an unexpected warmth and richness, enhancing both light and bold compositions.
• Versatile pairing: It blends well with other fruity, floral, woody, and gourmand notes, making it suitable for diverse fragrance families like chypre, oriental, or modern gourmand perfumes.

Due to its high potency, it’s typically used in trace amounts, ensuring its impact is delicate yet long-lasting.

Tips:

1. Dilution

Delta Damascone is highly concentrated, so it is typically diluted to very low concentrations (e.g., 0.1% or even lower) before use. This ensures that its strong scent doesn’t overpower the fragrance composition.

2. Blending

It works beautifully in floral, fruity, and chypre fragrances, adding depth and complexity. It pairs well with rose, blackcurrant, and other fruity or floral notes, as well as tobacco and woody accords for a sophisticated touch.

3. Usage Level

Due to its intensity, it is used in trace amounts. A small quantity can have a significant impact on the overall fragrance profile.

4. Testing

Always test the fragrance on a scent strip or skin to evaluate how Delta Damascone interacts with other ingredients over time. This helps in achieving the desired balance and longevity.

Delta Damascone is a favorite among perfumers for its ability to add a luxurious and natural character to compositions.

Differences between damascone

The difference between alpha-, beta-, and delta-damascone lies in their scent profiles and chemical structures:

• Alpha-Damascone: Has a fruity and floral character with a slight camphor-like nuance. It is often associated with green apple-like notes.
• Beta-Damascone: Known for its gourmand aroma with floral and tobacco-like aspects. It has a honeyed plum note and is often used in rich, complex perfumes.
• Delta-Damascone: Features a fruity and sweet profile with notes of plum and a subtle warmth. It is slightly heavier and is often used to add depth to fragrance compositions.

These differences make each type of damascone suitable for specific applications in perfumery.