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Citrusheart note
Nootkatone
Bittersweet grapefruit ketone; juicy, woody and long-lasting.
Fragrance Family
Citrus
Note Type
Heart — Heart Notes
Origin
Synthetic/Natural
Olfactory Strength
Moderate · 5/9Nootkatone 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 Nootkatone in Perfumery
Nootkatone belongs to the citrus 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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