Vanillin Naturel (AC)

Vanillin plays a crucial role in the world of perfumery due to its warm, sweet, and comforting scent reminiscent of vanilla.

It is used in the following ways:

• Base Note: Vanillin is often used as a base note to provide depth and longevity to a fragrance. Its creamy sweetness blends harmoniously with other notes.
• Gourmand Scents: It is a staple in gourmand perfumes, where edible or dessert-like aromas (e.g., chocolate, caramel, and pastries) are prominent.
• Blending Agent: Vanillin enhances and softens the overall composition of a perfume, balancing sharp or intense notes and creating a smooth, cohesive aroma.
• Nostalgic Appeal: Its ability to evoke warmth, comfort, and sweetness makes it a popular choice for fragrances that aim to feel familiar and emotionally resonant.
• Versatility: Vanillin pairs beautifully with floral, spicy, woody, and fruity notes, making it a versatile ingredient in a variety of fragrance families.

Famous perfumes that feature vanillin:

1. Chanel N°5: A timeless classic with a blend of aldehydes, florals, and a warm vanillin base.
2. Yves Saint Laurent – Black Opium: A modern gourmand fragrance with coffee, vanilla, and floral notes.
3. Tom Ford – Tobacco Vanille: A luxurious scent combining tobacco, spices, and a rich vanilla base.
4. Dior – Hypnotic Poison: A seductive fragrance with almond, vanilla, and woody undertones.
5. Guerlain – Shalimar: A legendary oriental fragrance with a creamy vanilla heart.

These perfumes showcase vanillin’s versatility in creating rich and evocative scent profiles.

Synonyms:
– vanillic aldehyde
– p-vanillin
– naturalline
– 2-methoxy-4-formylphenol
– 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde

Occurs naturally in:
– Vanilla – Vanilla fragrans Ames 85%
– Agarwood – Aquilaria agallocha 0.56%
– Carrot seed – Daucus carota 0.51%
– Cassia bark – Cinnamomum cassia 0.3%
– Laurel leaf – Laurus nobilis 0.15%
– Jasmine – Jasmimum off. grandiflorum 0.1%

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