The best orange blossom perfumes

Orange blossom

Orange blossom can be extracted in several ways. Overall, it offers a floral fragrance, with nuances of white flowers, citrus facets, and a slight aromatic note.

What does orange blossom smell like in perfumery?

The bitter orange tree is a tree that produces numerous products for the perfume industry. Two distinct products can be obtained from the flower: neroli and orange blossom, which have different properties.

-Neroli: Neroli is the result of steam distillation of fresh orange blossom. This distillation produces neroli essence and orange blossom water. In perfumery, neroli essence is used for its fresh, floral, and aromatic facets. Orange blossom water, also called hydrosol, is used primarily in cooking and cosmetics.

-Orange blossom: Orange blossom absolute is extracted by enfleurage or solvent extraction from the petals of the orange blossom. Enfleurage is an ancient method that is rarely used today because it is very long and has a low yield, so volatile solvent extraction is preferred. Orange blossom has a more honeyed and heady olfactory profile than neroli.

Neroli and orange blossom can be combined with many raw materials from all possible olfactory families. They can therefore be used in skin fragrances as well as in perfumes delivering a strong trail. These two notes can also be added to accords to create other notes such as white flowers, fruits, etc.

Why does orange blossom smell good?

Orange blossom owes its captivating fragrance to its odorous compounds, such as nerolidol, methyl anthranilate, linalool, etc. These molecules give it its characteristic floral, aromatic, and fruity scents. Its complex fragrance makes it a popular ingredient in many perfume compositions. When orange blossom cannot be incorporated into a perfume from its natural origin, molecules that stand out from its composition, such as linalool, methyl anthranilate, etc., are often incorporated.

The Best Orange Blossom Perfumes

Orange blossom is renowned worldwide for its iconic scent. It is primarily used in women's fragrances. However, orange blossom is increasingly being featured in men's and unisex fragrances. It is also an important note in cosmetics, beauty, and home fragrances. Here is a selection of the best orange blossom and neroli fragrances:

• La fille de l'air , Courrèges : LA FILLE DE L'AIR eau de parfum by Courrèges offers a modern and airy interpretation of orange blossom. This fragrance combines neroli with orange blossom to reinforce the floral accord. The orange blossom is therefore felt from the top notes and continues into the base of the perfume thanks to the musky notes. This women's fragrance is one of the most emblematic of the house.

• Histoire d'Orangers , L'Artisan parfumeur : The HISTOIRE D'ORANGERS eau de parfum from L'Artisan parfumeur reveals all the richness of orange blossom and neroli combined with deep, gourmet olfactory notes of tonka bean and white musk.

• Warni Warni , Maison Matine : WARNI WARNI by Maison Matine is a modern interpretation of orange blossom. This fragrance combines orange blossom with green, woody and spicy accords to give it complexity.

• Eau des sens, Diptyque : EAU DES SENS by Diptyque is a floral and spicy eau de parfum, highlighting the roundness of orange blossom contrasted by spicy notes of juniper at the top. The woody base gives character to the orange blossom and contrasts once again with its floral facets. This fragrance is interpreted as eau de toilette and eau de parfum.

• Orange Blossom , Lutens : Orange Blossom by Serge Lutens is a sophisticated interpretation of orange blossom. This eau de parfum reveals all the richness and sensuality of orange blossom, combined with an intense floral bouquet and woody and spicy notes.

• Paris Riviera , Chanel : The unisex eau de toilette Paris Riviera by Chanel is part of the Eaux de Chanel collection. This fragrance combines orange blossom with comfortable woody notes of sandalwood and the roundness of benzoin. In the heart, in duet with jasmine, the orange blossom is solar and brings a luminous floral heart.

• Neroli Portofino, Tom Ford : Tom Ford's Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum interprets orange blossom in a fresh and aromatic world. Combined with citrus, floral, and aromatic notes, neroli is highlighted and defines the fragrance. Its name and scent invite you on an olfactory journey to Portofino.

• Gabrielle , Chanel : Gabrielle de Chanel is a women's fragrance that celebrates femininity and timeless elegance by highlighting numerous white flowers. Its floral notes of orange blossom, ylang-ylang and jasmine are dressed with spices, citrus fruits such as grapefruit and mandarin. The fragrance is signed by a base of woods and white musks.

• Paradoxe , Prada : Recently released, this eau de parfum highlights an intense floral accord blending orange blossom, neroli and jasmine. This heart is refreshed by citrus and a fruity note of pear at the top. The base notes support the floral heart and envelop the fragrance with musks, vanilla and benzoin.

• Christmas Marshmallow , Parle Moi de Parfum : Inspired by a dessert from Grasse, this perfume is the perfumer's Proust madeleine. Orange blossom absolute is honored with vanilla and spicy notes, reminiscent of fougassette.

Each of these orange blossom fragrances offers a unique and captivating olfactory experience, revealing all the richness and sensuality of this iconic flower. Whether you're a passionate perfume lover or a curious novice, these fragrances will seduce you with their distinctive character.

Bon Parfumeur Perfumes with Orange Blossom

At Bon Parfumeur, we offer different interpretations of orange blossom, for both women and men. From the classic cologne, still as iconic today, to more innovative notes.

• 001 , cologne family - eau de parfum: At the top, sparks of citrus notes. Petitgrain in the heart and its aromatic and spicy notes that facet orange blossom. A base of musky notes envelops and retains the volatile notes of the top. This perfume revisits the classic eau de cologne in a more intense version.

• 002 , cologne family - eau de parfum: A zesty, fresh top note faithful to classic cologne. Violet leaf modernizes it and brings this green and slightly fruity facet. A floral heart where the delicacy of lily of the valley and peony aerates the solar jasmine. The musky and white amber notes are like a soft bed for the flowers.

• 103 , floral family - eau de parfum: The top note is minimalist with the freshness of bergamot and the green note of neroli. The blooming of the Tiare flower in the heart accompanied by the fruity touch of Sambac jasmine. Vanilla broods over these powerful flowers and White Sand warms them.

• 602 , woody family - eau de parfum: A spicy and aromatic top note of pepper and incense overtaken by neroli. In the heart, a delicious clash between chili and the floral facet of the fragrance. A generous base note of smoky patchouli, earthy vetiver and balsamic benzoin.