This document discusses coumarin, a sweet, powdery, and iconic compound used in perfumery. It notes that coumarin is used in many accords including vanilla, tobacco, and tonka at levels from 0.2% on average up to more than 8% in Shalimar. The document provides advice on using coumarin to add body and contrast to oriental fragrances and notes that it can take time to dissolve fully in compositions. It concludes by asking the reader about their own usage of coumarin.
This document discusses coumarin, a sweet, powdery, and iconic compound used in perfumery. It notes that coumarin is used in many accords including vanilla, tobacco, and tonka at levels from 0.2% on average up to more than 8% in Shalimar. The document provides advice on using coumarin to add body and contrast to oriental fragrances and notes that it can take time to dissolve fully in compositions. It concludes by asking the reader about their own usage of coumarin.
This document discusses coumarin, a sweet, powdery, and iconic compound used in perfumery. It notes that coumarin is used in many accords including vanilla, tobacco, and tonka at levels from 0.2% on average up to more than 8% in Shalimar. The document provides advice on using coumarin to add body and contrast to oriental fragrances and notes that it can take time to dissolve fully in compositions. It concludes by asking the reader about their own usage of coumarin.