Dominated by citrus fruits such as lemon, orange and grapefruit, this family offers lively and revitalizing scents.

The citrus notes

The citrus notes are mainly composed of essential oils extracted from the peel of citrus fruits, such as bergamot, lemon, orange, grapefruit and mandarin.

These citrus fruits have in common a fresh and tangy note, which is due to the presence of limonene, alpha-pinene and myrcene.
 

The citrus notes in perfumes
 

The citrus notes are often used in perfumes as top notes.

They bring a touch of freshness and dynamism to the composition.
They can also be used in perfumes as heart notes, to bring a touch of luminosity and liveliness.

 

The citrus perfumes
 

Citrus scents are often associated with freshness, liveliness and youth.
They are perfect for summer or casual occasions.