Amber is a fragrance note that is often associated with warm, powdery, and sweet scents. It is typically centered on ambergris, labdanum resin, or a synthetic version thereof, and is often supplemented by other elements such as benzoin resin, other resins (e.g., Tolu balsam resin), vanilla, tonka, or a combination thereof
. The quantity of the supplementary materials makes a difference to the style and profile of the "amber" that is presented
. Amber is a blend of ingredients (natural and synthetic) such as vanilla, patchouli, labdanum, styrax, benzoin, and a few more
. Ambergris is a waxy substance found in the intestines of the sperm whale, and it is the main source of natural amber in perfumery
. However, due to the endangered status of sperm whales, ambergris is no longer used in perfumery. Instead, a synthetic ingredient called ambroxan is used, which is derived from ambergris extracts
. Ambroxan is a popular and versatile ingredient in modern perfumery, and it can be used on its own or combined with other ingredients to create a rich, warm, and oriental fragrance
. Some common materials used in amber fragrances include:
- AMBROXAN: A synthetic ingredient with natural origins, found within ambergris extracts
- LABDANUM: A plant-based resin that carries ambery notes and is more commonly used in perfumery
- VANILLA: A popular ingredient in amber fragrances, known for its sweet and warm scent
- PATCHOULI: Another common ingredient in amber fragrances, known for its earthy and spicy scent
- STYRAX: A resinous material that contributes to the warm and sweet scent of amber fragrances
- BENZOIN: A resin used in amber fragrances, known for its sweet and vanilla-like scent
Amber fragrances can be found in various types and definitions, with the style and profile of the amber note varying depending on the quantity and type of supplementary materials used
