At Elmoon, we believe that perfume is more than just a fragrance — it’s a cosmic narrative, a timeless expression of memory, emotion, and elegance. Every bottle is a universe, crafted with purpose and inspired by the stars. But what truly lies behind this invisible magic?
Welcome to the unseen world of perfume ingredients — where nature meets chemistry and artistry meets precision.
What’s Inside a Perfume?
Fragrance creation is a delicate dance between natural elements and scientifically perfected synthetics. From blooming florals to deep resins, the soul of a scent is shaped by a carefully curated blend of ingredients, each chosen for how they behave, evolve, and linger.
Here are 11 of the most vital ingredients used in modern perfumery:
1. Alcohol (Ethanol)
Acts as the base and evaporating medium, allowing the scent to spread and develop on your skin.
2. Essential Oils
Extracted from flowers, leaves, and fruits — the purest form of nature’s aroma.
3. Synthetic Compounds
Modern perfumery relies heavily on these for consistency, cost-efficiency, and ethical sustainability.
4. Aqua/Water
Often added to soften or dilute the strength of a fragrance.
5. Fixatives
Substances that slow down the evaporation rate, making scents last longer.
6. Balsams & Resins
Warm, woody, and deep — often forming the rich base notes of a perfume.
7. Aldehydes
Gives a fresh, sparkling lift to the top notes, used famously in many iconic fragrances.
8. Animalics (Now Synthetic)
Once sourced from animals like musk deer or whales, now ethically synthesized to provide sensual, velvety undertones (e.g., Ambroxan, White Musk).
9. Calone (Watermelon Ketone)
Adds a marine, ocean-breeze character — essential in aquatic perfumes, known for its ozonic freshness.
10. Leather Notes
Impart deep, smoky richness; often used in bold, masculine perfumes.
11. DHP (Dihydromyrcenol)
A clean, fresh-smelling synthetic that brings a modern twist to citrus or lavender-based scents.
The Heart Note: The Soul of Every Scent
While top notes create the first impression and base notes provide longevity, it’s the heart notes that define the fragrance’s emotional core. These make up 40–80% of the entire formula, blooming on your skin after 15–30 minutes and lingering for hours.
Think of them as the main storyline in your perfume’s journey — rich florals, warm spices, soft woods — captivating yet comforting.
Why Synthetics Matter
Modern perfumery isn’t just about re-creating nature. It’s about pushing boundaries. Synthetics like Ambroxan and Calone are not only cruelty-free but allow perfumers to dream bigger — to create fragrances that last longer, evoke unique moods, and tell modern tales.
In Conclusion: A Fragrance Beyond Form
Each perfume at Elmoon Lirae is a celestial composition, designed not just to smell divine but to tell a story — your story.
From the first mist to the final trace, these ingredients blend like stardust — merging science and spirit to become an invisible signature that lingers in memory.
Because at Elmoon, we don’t just create perfumes.
We craft moments. Emotions. Magic.
