Nettle

Nettle is a green and herbal fragrance note with a fresh, slightly bitter scent profile that carries subtle earthy and grassy undertones. Its aroma is crisp, invigorating, and natural, adding a vibrant and outdoorsy quality to perfumes. Nettle imparts a sharp, green character and is often used as a top or middle note to create a fresh and lively composition. It pairs beautifully with citrus, floral, and woody notes, contributing to fragrances that are modern, earthy, and full of vitality.

History & Production: Nettle (Urtica dioica) is native to Europe and parts of Asia and has been used in traditional medicine and cooking for centuries. While nettle is not typically distilled for its fragrance, its scent is often recreated in perfumery using green and herbal accords to capture its fresh, leafy essence. Nettle is valued in modern perfumery for its ability to add a crisp, natural greenness that enhances the brightness and depth of fragrances, evoking a sense of wild, verdant landscapes.