Kingwood, also known as "camatillo," originates from the Brazilian rainforest and is a type of Dalbergia wood, highly prized for its dense grain and striking purple to dark brown hues. In perfumery, Kingwood is valued for its rich, deep, and slightly spicy wood scent that is both luxurious and intoxicating. This wood note is typically used to add depth and an elegant woody backbone to sophisticated fragrances. Historically, Kingwood was a favorite among European royalty for marquetry and fine furniture due to its beautiful color and durability. Its use in perfumery is less traditional but has gained appreciation for its unique aromatic properties that can impart a luxurious, warm, and exotic quality to fragrance compositions. Kingwood is especially favored in premium or niche fragrances that seek to offer a unique and opulent olfactory experience.
Natural or Synthetic?
Natural extraction of Kingwood oil is not feasible due to the wood's density and rarity; therefore, its scent is typically recreated synthetically in perfumery to mimic its rich and spicy wood aroma without harming the natural resource.
Fragrance Families Kingwood Most Commonly Found In
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