Carnation
Spicy, clove-peppered floral; warm and old-world.
Fragrance Family
Floral
Note Type
Heart — Heart Notes
Origin
Mediterranean
Olfactory Strength
Strong · 6/9Carnation carries a strong olfactory strength. This measures its perceived dominance independent of concentration — a strong material makes its presence felt even in small amounts and can easily lead a composition.
About Carnation in Perfumery
Carnation 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.
Fragrances featuring Carnation
Fahrenheit
Dior · 1988
Poison
Dior · 1985
Antaeus
Chanel · 1981
Kouros
Yves Saint Laurent · 1981
Opium
Yves Saint Laurent · 1977
Habit Rouge
Guerlain · 1965
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