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aglaia

aglaia

Featured in 4 perfumes

2
Top Note
2
Heart Note
0
Base Note

Fragrance Note Deep Dive

aglaia

Origins & Sources

aglaia is a distinctive fragrance note that plays an important role in perfumery. This note can be derived from natural sources - including specific plants, flowers, woods, resins, or other materials - or created synthetically to replicate or enhance natural scents. Natural aglaia often provides a more complex and nuanced character, while synthetic versions offer consistency and sustainability. The aglaia note contributes unique olfactory characteristics to fragrance compositions, influencing how perfumes evolve on the skin.

Characteristics & Usage

aglaia has unique olfactory characteristics that contribute significantly to fragrance compositions. This note influences the overall scent profile with its own intensity, longevity, and how it interacts with other notes. The aglaia note can create harmony, contrast, or complexity depending on how it's blended with other ingredients.

In our database, the aglaia note appears most commonly as a heart note, suggesting it has balanced, lasting presence that forms the core character of fragrances. This positioning reflects how perfumers typically use aglaia to achieve specific effects in their compositions.

Pairs well with

Complementary notes

Thoughtful pairings to explore alongside aglaia.

bergamot

Layer bergamot with aglaia for a rounded accord that feels balanced.

musk

musk adds contrast that lets aglaia shine without overwhelming.

sandalwood

Blend aglaia with sandalwood to add depth and keep the drydown interesting.

Top Brands Featuring aglaia

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