Violet, with its sweet and floral scent, has been a popular ingredient in perfumery for centuries. Originally from Greece and Italy, Violet was a symbol of love and fertility in ancient times. Its delicate and romantic fragrance made it a favorite among nobles and royals. Today, Violet is often used in floral and powdery fragrances, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. Its scent is reminiscent of spring, making it a popular choice for fresh and clean fragrances.
Natural or Synthetic?
The extraction of natural Violet absolute is a very labor-intensive process, involving solvent extraction from the leaves (for Violet leaf absolute) or enfleurage from the flowers, resulting in a very expensive product and used mainly in luxury or niche fragrances. Due to this, synthetic violet aromas, like ionones (alpha-ionone and beta-ionone), are commonly used. These synthetics emulate the sweet, powdery fragrance of violet.
Fragrance Families Violet Most Commonly Found In
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