Raw Materials - Tuberose · Brotherhood Of Scent

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Raw Materials - Tuberose

Tuberose, known scientifically as Polianthes tuberosa, is a highly fragrant flower native to Mexico and prized in perfumery for its rich, creamy, and intoxicating scent. Harvesting tuberose is a meticulous process, as the flowers bloom at night and must be picked early in the morning to capture their peak fragrance. The delicate blossoms are carefully cut by hand, ensuring minimal damage to the plant and preserving the quality of the flowers. After harvesting, the tuberose can be used fresh or subjected to extraction methods, such as enfleurage or solvent extraction, to capture its essential oils for use in perfumes, where it adds a lush, floral richness that can evoke sensuality and elegance.

Tuberose, with its lush, creamy floral scent, is an unexpected yet captivating ingredient in men’s fragrances. Often associated with femininity, tuberose adds a unique depth and complexity when blended into masculine compositions, creating a sensual contrast to traditional notes like woods, spices, and leather. Its intoxicating aroma brings a rich, almost hypnotic quality, enhancing the fragrance with an air of elegance and sophistication. When used sparingly, tuberose can soften sharper notes, adding a layer of warmth and allure, making it an intriguing choice for modern men’s fragrances that aim to challenge conventional boundaries and express a multifaceted personality.

When I smell Tuberose: it’s like being enveloped in a warm, creamy embrace that’s a bit floral. The scent is rich and lush, with a sweetness that feels almost decadent, yet there’s an underlying freshness that keeps it from being cloying. It reminds me of summer nights, where the air is thick with the scent of blooming flowers. It’s a scent that feels sophisticated and a bit of quiet daring, like a secret waiting to be discovered.

I’ll be first to admit, I am a little light of this note in my collection, but here are a few good ones:

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Zara/Amber-In-Bloom-95904.html

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Xerjoff/Quattro-Pizzi-91640.html

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Diptyque/Do-Son-Eau-de-Toilette-6501.html

What say you Gents? Any experience with Tuberose forward fragrances? What ones do you like or dislike? What ones out there would you like to try? And for you seasoned fragheads, what fragrances would you recommend to beginners? Love to hear from 'ya!

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