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Red Apple

FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND NUTS  /  fruity · fresh · sweet
Red Apple
Red Apple perfume ingredient
CategoryFRUITS, VEGETABLES AND NUTS
Subcategoryfruity · fresh · sweet
Origin
VolatilityTop Note
BotanicalMalus domestica
Appearancecolorless to brownish amber clear liquid
Odor StrengthHigh
Producing CountriesCentral Asia (origin), China, Europe, United States
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Red Apple is a fresh, crisp fru it note often used in perfumery to carries sweetness and brightness.

  1. Scent
  2. The Full Story
  3. Fun Fact
  4. Extraction & Chemistry
  5. In Perfumery

Scent

Red apple has a crisp, juicy aroma with a sweet, slightly tart profile. It is fresh and bright, adding lift to a composition.

Scent Evolution

In a fragrance, red apple gives a sweet, crisp top note. As the composition develops the crispness persists, and its sweetness can support floral elements.

Evolution over time

Immediately

Immediately

Bright and sweet burst
After a few hours

After a few hours

Crisp freshness remains
After a few days

After a few days

Fades to subtle sweetness

The Full Story

Red Apple has long been valued for its aroma. In perfumery this note captures the scent of the fruit, the species Malus domestica. Originating in Central Asia, apples have been cultivated for thousands of years and appear in many cultures and mythologies. The fragrance of red apples is fruity.

Origin and Production

Red apple is most often rendered synthetically in perfumery, reproducing the crisp, juicy scent of the fresh fruit. The synthetic form gives a consistent, long-lasting result suited to modern compositions.

Chemistry and Scent Profile

In perfumery, red apple is a bright, fruity top note. It appears in fruity and gourmand compositions, where it is paired with floral, woody, and spicy notes, adding to layered compositions. The bright profile of red apple is frequent in fresh, fruity fragrances.

Role in Perfumery

Red apple is a common fruity note in perfumery, familiar across many fragrance houses, including niche brands. It reads as sweet and warm and is valued for its broad appeal.

Chemical Properties

Red Apple physical characteristics: Specific Gravity: 0.97000 to 0.98000 @ 25.00 °C. Refractive Index: 1.46000 to 1.47000 @ 20.00 °C.

Did You Know?

Red apples have symbolized temptation and knowledge in various cultures, notably in the biblical story of Adam and Eve.

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Did You Know?

Did you know?
Red apples have been a symbol of temptation and knowledge in various cultures, famously depicted in the biblical story of Adam and Eve.

Extraction & Chemistry

Extraction method: Synthetic replication

Molecular FormulaN/A — olfactory accord
CAS NumberN/A — olfactory accord
Botanical NameMalus domestica
IFRA StatusNo known restrictions
SynonymsMalus domestica
Physical Properties
Odor StrengthHigh
Lasting Power24 hours
Appearancecolorless to brownish amber clear liquid
Specific Gravity0.97000 to 0.98000 @ 25.00 °C.
Refractive Index1.46000 to 1.47000 @ 20.00 °C.

In Perfumery

In perfumery, red apple is predominantly used as a top note, delivering an immediate burst of freshness that draws the attention of the wearer. It works alongside floral notes like jasmine and rose, adding a fruity sweetness that complements their soft petals. It can enhance gourmand compositions, where it harmonizes with vanillas and caramel notes, creating an enticing and luscious experience. Its versatility allows it to also work alongside green notes, giving a fresh, crisp contrast that strengthens the overall fragrance.

From the raw to the worn

This is what it becomes.