fragrance note

Benzoin and Mahonial

1 perfumes

Benzoin acts as the resinous heart of this blend, offering a balsamic, vanilla-like sweetness with subtle hints of spiced cinnamon and almond. When paired with Mahonial, a modern synthetic molecule that provides a clean, airy, and slightly tropical floralcy reminiscent of lily-of-the-valley, the composition achieves a sophisticated balance between grounding warmth and ethereal brightness. This pairing belongs to the Oriental-Floral family, where the density of the resin tames the sharp, clean edges of the floral note. In the Gulf, this combination is particularly effective during the cooler winter evenings, as the benzoin provides the necessary tenacity to withstand the desert breeze while the Mahonial adds a refined, contemporary elegance that prevents the scent from becoming overly heavy or traditional.