Magnolia
FloralModerate longevity
Magnolia is a large-petaled flower whose scent sits between lemon, neroli, and tuberose — bright on top, creamy underneath, with a faintly spicy clove-like edge. It's rarely used as a natural absolute (expensive and unstable) and more often reconstructed as an accord of neroli, ylang-ylang, and ionones. Magnolia is the heart of Jo Malone Magnolia & Lily, Hermès Hermessence Muguet Porcelaine (adjacent), and several niche bridal compositions.
Scent Profile
Lemony, creamy, floral, slightly spicy
Typical Use
Heart note in soft florals, bridal compositions, and spring scents; pairs with neroli, ylang-ylang, and bergamot.
Related Notes
Fragrances Containing Magnolia
No fragrances in our database currently feature Magnolia as a listed note.