Fragrances can be classified by certain olfactive families, or themes, or accords.
Aldehydic:
Aldehydic:
Aldehydic fragrances are an exploration of crisp, clean, and sparkling sensations. These perfumes stand out for their use of aldehydes, which are synthetic compounds known for their diffusive and radiant qualities. The scent of aldehydes in perfumery can be likened to a burst of light, lifting the fragrance and giving it an ethereal, almost airy feel. When you smell an aldehydic fragrance, you are often met with a bright, almost metallic freshness that feels crisp, soapy, and incredibly clean.
Aldehydes are an expansive family of chemicals with varying characteristics. Some aldehydes have a sharp, citrusy quality, while others can bring more complex, soapy, or even floral notes to a perfume. C-10 aldehyde, for example, has a fresh, green, lemony scent that adds a bright, zesty top note to fragrances. As you inhale, it’s like the fragrance is bursting with the freshness of newly washed linens, or the clean, crisp air of a bright spring morning. It adds an almost sparkling quality to the fragrance, as though the scent is radiating outward in every direction.
