Ylang-Ylang
Banana-custard floral; rich, exotic and sensuous.
Fragrance Family
Floral
Note Type
Heart — Heart Notes
Origin
Comoros
Olfactory Strength
Strong · 6/9Ylang-Ylang 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 Ylang-Ylang in Perfumery
Ylang-Ylang 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 Ylang-Ylang
Gabrielle
Chanel · 2017
Soleil Blanc
Tom Ford · 2016
Beach Walk
Maison Margiela · 2015
Good Girl Gone Bad
Kilian · 2012
Ylang 49
Le Labo · 2010
Lyric Woman
Amouage · 2008
Reflection Man
Amouage · 2007
Virgin Island Water
Creed · 2007
Carnal Flower
Frederic Malle · 2005
Classique
Jean Paul Gaultier · 1993
Samsara
Guerlain · 1989
Gold Woman
Amouage · 1983
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