Dahlia

Photo Dahlia :: fragrance ingredients

Dahlia is a floral fragrance note that evokes the fresh, slightly sweet, and powdery aroma of the Dahlia flower. Though Dahlias themselves are not widely known for their strong scent, in perfumery, the Dahlia note is often crafted to replicate a soft, elegant floral character with hints of green and warm undertones. Dahlia's use in perfumes dates back to the growing trend for delicate and unique floral blends in modern fragrance compositions. This note typically combines light floral accords with a touch of powderiness, making it an ideal ingredient in both feminine and unisex fragrances. It adds a graceful, romantic feel to compositions, often paired with other floral notes such as rose, jasmine, or peony to build a sophisticated bouquet. Dahlia is generally produced synthetically, as the natural flower does not yield an extractable oil for perfumery purposes. As such, Dahlia is often associated with the creation of soft, powdery floral fragrances and is prized for its romantic and subtle floral character.

Natural or Synthetic?
Dahlia is typically used in its synthetic form in perfumery, as the natural flower does not produce an essential oil or absolute that can be extracted for fragrance use. Synthetic creation of Dahlia allows perfumers to replicate its soft, powdery floral aroma and integrate it into various compositions. The extraction of natural Dahlia is not feasible due to the lack of significant fragrance from the flower, making synthetic production the most viable option. The synthetic form allows for greater control over the scent’s intensity and ensures that it blends smoothly with other floral or green notes in a fragrance composition.



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Note distribution of dahlia across all fragrances

Percentage of fragrances in our database (2134 Fragrances) that contain dahlia