Description of Citrus accords

Citrus accords are also called 'Hesperides' in reference to the Garden of Hesperides from the Greek mythology.Citrus notes are top notes and are characterised by their freshness and uplifting undertone.The accord of Neroli, Petitgrain and Bergamot constitue the base for the classic 'Eau de Cologne'. The chemical components found in the zest of the citrus fruit create the 'aldehydes' that give a slightly metallic note in a perfume. Other classic ingredients from the Citrus group include Litsea Cubeba, Lemongrass, Grapefruit, Orange, Mandarin and Lime. The Citrus perfumes are divided into the following categories:

• ​Citrus spicy: The Classic Cologne base is topped up with spicy notes of clove, cinnamon, pepper or nutmeg.
• Citrus gourmand:  The combination of a classic Cologne formulation with notes of exotic flowers and fruit such as frangipani, coconut, mango makes these fragrances freshly enjoyable all day long.
• Citrus Aromatic: Here aromatic notes of thyme, marjoram, rosemary, tarragon or peppermint are reinforcing the freshness.
• Citrus Floral Chypre: The Citrus accord is topped up with other fresh notes and extends with a Floral accord mostly characterised by Jasmine with a mossy and woody base.
• Citrus woody: Here the citrus notes are rounded with floral notes and sitting on a woody, amber and sometimes powdery base.
• Citrus Floral woody: Some discreet floral notes come and complete a diversity of woody notes.