ISO E SUPER®
INCI Name: Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
Synonyms: Iso Myrcetone, Ethanone
Origin: Aromatic synthesis
DESCRIPTION
Iso E Super® is one of the most iconic and influential molecules in contemporary perfumery, celebrated for its woody, velvety, and ambery scent with a transparent, clean, and slightly powdery nuance. Its character is sophisticated yet discreet, able to blend with the skin and create a unique, warm, enveloping “second-skin” effect.
Thanks to its soft and long-lasting diffusion, Iso E Super is widely used to amplify, smooth, and harmonize fragrances, adding depth and sensory comfort.
It is a key molecule in niche perfumery and modern cosmetics, synonymous with minimalist elegance and clean sensuality.
PERFUMERY
In perfumery, Iso E Super® is a woody, ambery base note, highly appreciated for its ability to give body, longevity, and softness to compositions. Its warm, velvety aroma recalls cedarwood with ambery and musky accents, creating a sensation of comfort and natural elegance.
It acts as an olfactory amplifier, enhancing other raw materials without overpowering them, and giving the fragrance a smooth, enveloping diffusion. It pairs beautifully with vetiver, amber, musks, light woods, iris, vanilla, and citrus, making it ideal for unisex, sophisticated, and minimalist creations.
It is often the heart of “skin-scent” fragrances, where it becomes the intimate, modern signature that melds with the skin’s warmth.
Olfactory family: Woody
Olfactory pyramid: Base note
COSMETICS
In cosmetics, Iso E Super® is an aromatic molecule highly appreciated for its soft, elegant, and discreet scent profile. It lends aromatic blends a clean, refined woody note with a modern, velvety trail.
Thanks to its excellent stability and compatibility with many raw materials, it is ideal as a technical component in professional formulations. It ensures balanced diffusion of the olfactory accord, smooths intense notes, and acts as an effective fixative, improving both persistence and harmony.
Its subtle and sophisticated nature makes it particularly suitable for modern, minimalist, and unisex creations seeking a neutral yet distinctive character.
