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Papaya

Papaya
At a glance

Papaya is a fragrance note appearing in 13 perfumes in this directory, built from 3 related materials catalogued here.

What it smells like

Papaya delivers tropical sweetness with a creamy, musky warmth and subtle coconut hints. The scent feels lush and sun‑ripened, evoking ripe fruit on a beach. It is neither sharp nor dry; its lactonic character imparts a soft, velvety finish. Perfumers use it as a heart accord, adding exotic depth to fruity or floral compositions without overpowering lighter notes.

Papaya is listed in 13 perfumes in this directory. It is used across the top, heart and base positions rather than in one fixed place. It is most often paired with vanilla, jasmine, musk and sandalwood.

Why notes get sorted into top, heart, and base →

Materials used to create this note 2-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-butyl isobutyrate 4,7,7-Trimethyl-6-thiabicyclo[3.2.1]octane Ethyl trans-2-hexenoate
Perfumes featuring this note Cr7 Game On Dolce Eau De Juice Good Energy Ed Hardy Hearts And Daggers Jungle Snake Perfume Leisure in Paradise Provocative Woman Perfume Rose Rush Rose Rush Perfume Sweet Papaya Tropikalys Karma Vanille Abricot Vele