Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Powdery violet-woody; a key ingredient in Chanel No. 5 and Fidji. Bridges violet florals and woody-amber with a cosmetic powdery softness.
Fragrance Family
Floral
Note Type
Heart — Heart Notes
Origin
Synthetic
Olfactory Strength
Moderate · 5/9Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone carries a moderate olfactory strength. This measures its perceived dominance independent of concentration — a moderate material blends gently and supports other notes rather than overpowering them.
About Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone in Perfumery
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone belongs to the floral family and functions as a heart note — the character and soul of a fragrance, unfolding once the top notes settle. The character — the soul of the scent. It is a versatile material that perfumers reach for across many styles of composition.
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