Notes Atlas/Seaweed
Aromatic · 99 fragrances
Seaweed.
99
Fragrances
1999
Earliest use in catalog
heart
Typical position · 40%
Aromatic
Reads as
Beneath the surface of marine fragrances, seaweed whispers a salty, verdant life force that anchors aquatic compositions to the ocean's depths.
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of seaweed-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
The Story
Seaweed in perfumery.
Seaweed, with its briny, greenish aroma, evokes the freshness and vitality of coastal shores. Harvested from the sea or recreated through synthetic means in perfumery, it captures the essence of seawater and marine life, bringing a naturalistic touch to fragrances.
In compositions, seaweed often occupies the middle notes, providing a grounding element that enriches the marine facet with its earthy freshness. It pairs well with amber for warmth, musk for depth, and ambergris for an intensified sea note effect, creating complex aquatic accords that are both fresh and enveloping.
Today, seaweed can be found in notable fragrances like Bvlgari's Aqva Pour Homme from 2005 and the more recent Le Sel d Issey by Issey Miyake. These compositions highlight a trend towards naturalistic marine notes, grounding aquatic scents with the organic richness of seaweed.