Hyacinth (PO)

Fragrance profile of hyacinth

• Fresh Green : A sharp, leafy green opening reminiscent of freshly cut grass or young leaves.
• Floral : soft, slightly sweet and powdery, with an aquatic freshness.
• Spring-like : immediately evokes the atmosphere of spring gardens and blooming bulb fields.
• Complex : combines both fresh, green and floral facets, keeping it lively and elegant

 

Use in perfumery

• Heart note : Hyacinth is often placed at the heart of a perfume, where it adds depth and freshness.
• Green floral accords : blends well with galbanum, muguet (lily of the valley), lilacs and jasmine.
• Classic Uses : Widely used in chypres and green floral perfumes (e.g. Guerlain Chamade , Hermès 24 Faubourg ).
• Effect : gives a perfume a sparkling, fresh and elegant signature .

 

💡 Tips for use

• Dosage : Use hyacinth accords sparingly; too much can become sharp or “soapy.”
• Combinations :
  • With citrus notes (bergamot, mandarin) for a fresh spring touch.
  • With white flowers (jasmine, tuberose) for a luxurious floral bouquet.
  • With woody notes (cedar, vetiver) to balance the green side.
• Practical : ideal in spring and summer fragrances , but also as a fresh lift in heavier floral or chypre compositions.