Litsea Cubeba

Litsea cubeba, also known as May Chang, is a bright and citrusy fragrance note with a fresh, lemon-like scent profile that carries subtle floral and slightly spicy undertones. Its aroma is crisp, uplifting, and invigorating, adding a refreshing and vibrant quality to perfumes. Litsea cubeba imparts a lively, zesty character and is often used as a top note to create an energizing and clean composition. It pairs beautifully with other citrus, floral, and green notes, contributing to fragrances that are modern, refreshing, and full of energy.

History & Production: Litsea cubeba is a small tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly China, and its essential oil is extracted from the fruits through steam distillation. The oil is renowned for its high citral content, which gives it a strong, lemony aroma. In modern perfumery, Litsea cubeba is valued for its ability to add a natural, bright freshness that enhances the clarity and appeal of a fragrance, making it feel lively, clean, and revitalizing.