Hyacinth, one of spring's favourite flowers, gets its name from the Greek language: 'flower of rain'. There's a romantic Greek legend woven around hyacinth, actually: according to myth, the flower grew from the blood of Hyacinthus, a youth accidentally killed by Apollo. In the world of perfumery, hyacinth displays an intensely sharp and multifaceted green floral note that can become more potent as the flower blooms. This unique fragrance has been used in various perfumes, such as Mugler Supra Floral and Penhaligon's The Revenge Of Lady Blanche. Flower lovers began cultivating hyacinths more than 400 years ago. During the 18th century, they were the most popular spring bulbs in the world, and Dutch growers offered more than 2000 named cultivars. Today, hyacinth compounds or their components are still used in cosmetic, toiletry and soap fragrances, but mostly as components of sophisticated fragrances adapted to the line.
Natural or Synthetic?
Hyacinth fragrance is obtained both from the natural extraction of Hyacinthus orientalis flowers and through synthetic means. The natural oil captures the strong, green, and floral scent of the hyacinth flower. Synthetic versions use a blend of floral and green aroma chemicals to reproduce the distinctive fragrance of hyacinth, offering a cost-effective and consistent alternative.
Fragrance Families Hyacinth Most Commonly Found In
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