Notes Atlas/Australian Sandalwood
Woody · 139 fragrances
Australian Sandalwood.
139
Fragrances
2005
Earliest use in catalog
base
Typical position · 86%
Woody
Reads as
Australian Sandalwood, a woody heart that anchors fragrances with its warm, powdery depth, has become a staple in modern perfumery, balancing sweetness and spiciness with an earthy touch.
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of australian sandalwood-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
The Story
Australian Sandalwood in perfumery.
Australian Sandalwood is harvested from the Santalum spicatum tree native to Western Australia. It offers a rich, woody aroma with subtle hints of nuttiness and a powdery finish that has made it a favored ingredient among perfumers for its grounding quality.
In compositions, Australian Sandalwood often serves as a base note, providing warmth and longevity while blending seamlessly with other elements like musk, bergamot, ambergris, tonka bean, jasmine sambac, and patchouli. Its versatility allows it to enhance both the aromatic and sweet facets of a fragrance, making it an essential component in achieving depth and complexity.
Today, Australian Sandalwood can be found in notable fragrances such as Mon Guerlain by Guerlain and Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum Extreme by Givenchy. These compositions highlight its ability to create a warm, powdery backdrop that supports the overall structure of the scent.