Piperonal
Sweet cherry-vanilla, powdery heliotrope; also known as Heliotropin. Core of heliotrope accords; used in powdery orientals and warm sweet bases.
Fragrance Family
Gourmand
Note Type
Heart — Heart Notes
Origin
Synthetic/Natural
Olfactory Strength
Moderate · 5/9Piperonal 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 Piperonal in Perfumery
Piperonal belongs to the gourmand 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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