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Sesame

Sesame
At a glance

Sesame is a fragrance note appearing in 8 perfumes in this directory.

What it smells like

Sesame evokes a warm, comforting scent reminiscent of toasted seed in bread. Its earthy, nutty aroma carries soft, creamy undertones that feel grounded and slightly sweet. Perfumers use it to add depth and a subtle gourmand warmth, often as a base note that anchors spicy or floral accords, creating a comforting, almost edible quality.

Sesame is listed in 8 perfumes in this directory. It is most often used as a heart note (63% of its appearances). It is most often paired with amber, vanilla, bergamot and sandalwood.

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Materials used to create this note Not yet linked to a specific material in our library.
Perfumes featuring this note Adventure Black Sesame Bond No. 9 Chelsea Nights Extreme Blue Intimate Silhouette Perfume Lange Noir Perfume Pavillon Rouge Tobacco Honey