Dimethyl Octanol
Used in 5 formulas
About this material
Dimethyl Octanol opens with a fresh, slightly green, and fruity scent reminiscent of ripe melons and cucumbers. As it develops, it reveals a subtle, creamy undertone that adds a smoothness to the overall profile. In a formula, it acts as a brightener, enhancing the freshness of top notes while providing a soft, rounded body that helps to unify the composition. It pairs well with citrus and green notes, making it ideal for fresh and aquatic fragrances. The typical usage in this catalogue is between 0.078% to 0.25%, with a common concentration around 0.170%.
Usage in formulas
The 583rd most used material of 1414 in the catalogue, present in 5 of 806 formulas. A signature material: whoever uses it means to.
Where it actually lives
The share of each family's formulas that contain it. Not how often it appears, but how indispensable it is inside that family.
- Woody Aromaticin 4% of 69 formulas
- Amber Woodyin 2% of 61 formulas
