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Vetiver

Vetiver
At a glance

Vetiver is a fragrance note appearing in 1784 perfumes in this directory, built from 14 related materials catalogued here.

What it smells like

Vetiver smells earthy, dry and smoky, like freshly dug roots, damp soil and sun-warmed grass. The scent is woody and slightly bitter, with green, rooty and sometimes grapefruit-like or nutty facets that shift with the origin. It is dignified and understated, adding structure and a cool, dry elegance to a composition. Used as a base note, it lingers for a long time and gives fragrances a grounded, natural depth that suits both fresh and woody blends.

Vetiver is listed in 1784 perfumes in this directory. It is most often used as a base note (88% of its appearances). It is most often paired with bergamot, patchouli, jasmine and musk.

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

Materials used to create this note 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-methylcyclohexan-1-ol 2-Methyl-4-phenylpentanol 6-Isopropyl-2(1H)-octahydronaphthalenone 6-sec-Butylquinoline Cypriol oil, rectified Methyl 2,6,10-trimethylcyclododeca-2,5,9-trien-1-yl ketone Vetiver absolute Vetiver CO2 extract Vetiver extract Vetiver oil Vetiver oil terpenes Vetiver oil, JAVA (low Furfural) Vetiver oil, rectified Vetiver oil, terpeneless
Perfumes featuring this note 003 003 French Yuzu 004 Gin Cologne 1 Million Gold Absolute 1# Nota di Viaggio (Rites de Passage) 104 Terra Hedera 1270 154 1826 1899 Hemingway 1969 1970 1981 Los Angeles 1996 1early 730 Fahrenheit 201 Gold September 212 Heroes 24 Old Bond Street 273 273 Red 3 AM 303 Marbre Rouge 304 Ombre Pourpre 360 Green