fragrances

alpha-Damascone

alpha-Damascone

fragrance

INCI Name

alpha-Damascone

Functions

1 Roles

Sustainability

5/10

Category

fragrances

What It Does

Alpha-Damascone is a synthetic rose ketone belonging to the damascone family of fragrance molecules, structurally inspired by the natural aroma compounds found in Damask rose (Rosa damascena) essential oil. It imparts a rich, warm, fruity-rosy odor with subtle woody and orchard-like nuances, and is valued for its exceptional tenacity and diffusiveness even at very low concentrations. Formulators prize it for its ability to add depth and naturalness to floral, oriental, and chypre fragrance accords in fine perfumery and cosmetic applications.

Creates pleasant product scent
Enhances sensory experience
Masks base ingredient odors
Contributes to brand identity

Technical Properties

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

most fragrance ingredientsemollientsalcoholsnonionic surfactantsesters

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizing agentsstrong acidsstrong bases
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

5/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

synthetic

Feedstock

Synthesized from petrochemical or natural precursors; structurally related to rose ketones found in Rosa damascena

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