Basil, a member of the Lamiaceae family, takes its name from the Greek basilikon, meaning “royal plant.” For perfumery, the flowering parts above ground are harvested and then distilled. It is characterized by a fresh, green, spicy, anise-like (in Japanese) scent.
Two types are used in the perfume industry: basil grown in places such as the Comoros, and the more strongly scented, more expensive basil grand vert grown in Egypt.
It is often said that the synthetic fragrance material Hedione was responsible for the success of Eau Sauvage, but that view is mistaken. The central element of Eau Sauvage is basil, and adding or subtracting a little Hedione (in Japanese) does not change that.
Maurice Roucel
What Does It Smell Like in Perfume?
Basil materials used in perfume include essential oils obtained from the leaves and flowering spikes, as well as solvent-extracted absolutes. They are characterized by vivid green notes like freshly torn leaves, layered with anise, spice, herbs, and a hint of sweetness. Basil gives the opening a burst of verdant energy and lends crisp definition to the fragrance as a whole. Even within basil, the variety, harvest time, plant part used, and chemotype change the scent profile, which ranges from refreshing to sweet and spicy.
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