Aldehydic perfumes

The aldehydic accord describes the fizzy, soapy, slightly metallic and sparkling effect created by fatty aldehydes, and it is closely tied to classic perfumery. It adds a shimmer and a sense of clean, freshly ironed linen.

Molecules such as aldehyde C-10, C-11 and C-12, including lauric aldehyde and MNA, form its core; harsh on their own, they brighten florals and add volume at low doses. Aldehydes usually show most in the top notes. They pair often with florals, powdery notes, musk and woods. Because they leave a polished, classic impression, aldehydic fragrances suit office wear, daytime and formal settings, and they tend to bloom nicely in cooler seasons.

The Aldehydic accord appears in 2,847 perfumes in the Fisfis catalogue. Below are the most popular scents where it leads.

Perfumes led by the Aldehydic accord

• Les Indemodables Ambre Suprême (2021)
• Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Sport (2012)
• Balmain Beauty Miss Balmain (1967)
• Krizia K de (1981)
• Le Labo Musc 25 Los Angeles (2008)
• Clinique Wrappings (1990)
• Acca Kappa White Moss (1997)
• Les Bains Guerbois 1979 New Wave (2020)
• Avon Imari (Original) 1985 (1985)
• Loewe Aire (1985)
• Jul et Mad Paris Stairway To Heaven (2019)
• Chanel N°22 Eau de Parfum (2016)
• Etat Libre D' Orange Vraie Blonde Etat Libre d'Orange (2006)
• Giorgio Armani Musc Shamal (2019)
• Lancôme Sikkim Lancôme (1971)
• Frapin Nevermore (2014)
• Van Cleef & Arpels Patchouli Blanc Van Cleef & Arpels (2022)
• Caron Fleurs de Rocaille (1934)
• Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Le Bubbly (2020)
• Guerlain Liu (1929)
• Byredo Blanche Absolu (2025)
• Rasasi Catherine
• Tommy Hilfiger True Star (2004)
• Laurent Mazzone Parfums Chemise Blanche (2013)