# Pulegone

Source: https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/pulegone
CAS: 89-82-7

Smells of: minty, herbal
Role: top note, freshener

Pulegone opens with a sharp, minty freshness that has a slightly camphoraceous edge, reminiscent of peppermint but with a more herbal quality. As it develops, the scent becomes more rounded, revealing a subtle sweetness and a cooling effect that can enhance the overall freshness of a formula. In compositions, it acts as a brightener, adding a crisp top note that can lift heavier elements and provide a refreshing contrast. It pairs well with citrus notes, especially lime and lemon, as well as with other minty or green materials, creating a vibrant and invigorating blend. The typical dose in this catalogue is around 0.190%, which allows it to contribute its characteristic freshness without overwhelming the other components.

## How the catalogue uses it
- Appears in 1 formulas.
- Dose: 0.18% to 0.18%, average 0.18%.
- Most at home in: Aromatic Green.
- Usually weighed alongside: Cyclosia, Geranyl Acetate 60, Damascenone 937450, Iso E Super, Coumarin, Hedione.


## Citing this
Cite as: "Pulegone — Dupe Hacking raw material profile", https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/pulegone