Mimosa (Provence)

Mimosa from Provence is a soft and powdery fragrance note with a light, floral scent profile that carries subtle green and honeyed undertones. Its aroma is gentle, sweet, and uplifting, adding a delicate and radiant quality to perfumes. Mimosa imparts a warm, floral character and is often used as a middle note to create a fresh and elegant composition. It pairs beautifully with citrus, floral, and woody notes, contributing to fragrances that are graceful, sunny, and full of charm.

History & Production: Mimosa (Acacia dealbata) grows abundantly in Provence, especially along the French Riviera, where it blooms in late winter, filling the air with its sweet scent. The fragrance is typically extracted from the flowers through solvent extraction, capturing the delicate, powdery essence of the mimosa. In perfumery, Provençal mimosa is valued for its ability to add a soft, floral warmth that enhances the brightness and elegance of fragrances, evoking a sense of springtime and natural beauty.