Bay Leaf, known botanically as Laurus nobilis, has a notable history in culinary uses, but it is also valued in perfumery for its distinctive aroma. The leaves provide a robust, spicy, and somewhat camphoraceous scent with a hint of nutmeg. In perfumery, Bay Leaf is used to introduce a spicy, herbal note to compositions, particularly in men's fragrances.
Natural or Synthetic?
Natural bay leaf oil is more commonly used in high-end perfumes, while synthetic bay leaf oil is more commonly used in mass-market perfumes. This is because natural bay leaf oil is more expensive and has a stronger scent than synthetic bay leaf oil.
Fragrance Families Bay Leaf Most Commonly Found In
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