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Trisamber

Used in 5 formulas

About this material

Trisamber is a powerful, dry, dusty woody-amber with an unusually velvety texture. Where most synthetic ambers at this strength feel harsh or chemical, trisamber stays smooth and elegant. Subtle animalic and musky facets give it a primitive, naturalistic quality. It persists for days on a blotter. Use trisamber to build deep amber and dry wood accords in your orientals, chypres, and masculine compositions. It sits between the explosive power of AmberXtreme and the softer creaminess of Operanide — powerful enough to anchor any base, smooth enough to blend without fighting. It adds warmth and sensuality at remarkably low doses. Blend with sandalwood and labdanum for classic amber accords. Try … — Fraterworks

Usage in formulas

0.09%
Min
0.65%
Average
1.64%
Max

The 583rd most used material of 1414 in the catalogue, present in 5 of 806 formulas. A signature material: whoever uses it means to.

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