Peru Balsam
Deep, vanillic-cinnamic balsam; warm and slightly smoky.
Fragrance Family
Oriental
Note Type
Base — Base Notes
Origin
El Salvador
Olfactory Strength
Strong · 6/9Peru Balsam 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 Peru Balsam in Perfumery
Peru Balsam belongs to the oriental family and functions as a base note — the lasting foundation that anchors a composition and lingers longest on the skin. The foundation — deep and lasting. It is a versatile material that perfumers reach for across many styles of composition.
Fragrances featuring Peru Balsam
Lost Cherry
Tom Ford · 2018
By the Fireplace
Maison Margiela · 2015
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