- Aspect: White solid
- Olfactive family: mouldy mossy
- Volatility: base
- Restrictions: none
- Olfactive description: Dusty, woody, rubber
- Uses in perfumery: fine perfumery, used in Chypre and Fougère schemas. It makes elegant, fur, long lasting effect. Found in Baccarat Rouge 540 by Francis Kurdjian
Veramoss used instead of oakmoss (because it’s an allergen), very stable in many bases.
Introduction to Veramoss
Veramoss, also known as Evernyl or Mousse Metra, is an aromatic compound widely used in perfumery to recreate the scent of oakmoss. The chemical name is METHYL-2,4-DIHYDROXY-3,6-DIMETHYLBENZOATE.
Oakmoss has historically been a critical component in many classic fragrances, particularly chypre and Fougère families. However, due to restrictions on natural oakmoss, synthetic alternatives like Veramoss have become essential in modern perfumery.
Characteristrics of Veramoss
Veramoss is characterized by its earthy, mossy-mouldy, dusty, woody and slightly rubber-like scent profile. It successfully captures the deep forest-like smell of oakmoss, providing an elegant and sophisticated aspect.
Uses in fragrances:
Veramoss is a crucial ingredient in several types of fragrances, particularly those requiring a green, earthy and mossy note. It is commonly found in:
- Chypre fragrances: veramoss is integral to chypre compositions, where it forms the accord with notes like bergamote, labdanum and patchouoli.
- Fougère fragrances: in fougère perfumes, veramoss complements the typical lavender, coumarin and geranium notes, contributing to the fragrance’s aromatic and green notes.
- Woody fragrances: Veramoss is used to enhance the natural, woods elements in fragrances, pairing well with notes like cedarwood, vetiver and sandalwood.
Uses in perfumery:
Veramoss is featured in several renowned and beloved fragrances such as Baccarat rouge 540 by Francis Kurkdjian.
Volatility and role in fragrances
Veramoss is used as a base note due to its low volatility and lasting power. It provides the foundation for a fragrance, emerging more prominently as the top and heart notes evaporate. This stability and persistence make Veramoss essential for creating fragrances with longevity and rich, evolving scent profile.
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