Notes Atlas/Lemon Verbena
Citrus · 136 fragrances
Lemon Verbena.
136
Fragrances
1904
Earliest use in catalog
top
Typical position · 70%
Citrus
Reads as
Lemon Verbena's bright, green citrus notes cut through the heart of fragrances like a sunlit breeze, refreshing and invigorating compositions from classic to contemporary.
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of lemon verbena-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
The Story
Lemon Verbena in perfumery.
Native to South America, Lemon Verbena leaves are distilled into an essential oil that captures the essence of its fresh, lemony aroma with a hint of mint. This versatile note is often likened to a more refined version of lemon, offering a crisp and clean scent without the sharpness.
In perfumery, Lemon Verbena acts as a bridge between top notes and heart notes, enhancing the freshness of citrus elements like Bergamot and Lemon while complementing musky and woody bases such as Sandalwood and Cedar. Its aromatic character makes it particularly effective in creating compositions that are both vibrant and sophisticated.
Today, you can experience this green-citrus note in fragrances like L Eau d Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake and Santos de Cartier by Cartier, where its lively presence is woven into the fabric of the scent to deliver a fresh yet enduring impression.