Fragrance Note

Wormwood

Used in 20+ fragrances on FragranVerse

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What it smells like

Wormwood releases a bitter, herbaceous aroma with distinct green and woody nuances. This note carries the characteristic scent of absinthe, with camphoraceous, medicinal qualities and a dry, almost metallic finish.

How it's used in perfumery

Wormwood functions as an unusual heart or top note in aromatic, herbal compositions. It adds bitter, green complexity to fougères, chypres, and leather accords, creating intriguing, unconventional fragrances.

Fun fact

Wormwood is the primary botanical ingredient in absinthe and was historically used as a vermifuge, hence its name.

Volatility: HeartFamily: Green

Perfumes with Wormwood(20)

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