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Perfumery | Soft and powdery, it brings an elegant, structured violet facet to compositions, ideal for refined floral accords
METHYL IONONE GAMMA COEUR
Manufacturer: IFF
INCI Name: Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Origin: Aromatic synthesis
DESCRIPTION
Methyl Ionone Gamma Coeur is a key molecule in both classical and modern perfumery, appreciated for its floral, powdery, and delicately woody profile, inspired by the world of violet and iris.
The Cœur fraction represents the most balanced, soft, and refined part of the ionone range, free from harsh facets and offering a round, harmonious olfactory performance. Its aroma blends violet-like floral, powdery, and slightly ambery nuances, giving compositions elegance, depth, and continuity.
Thanks to its versatility and stability, Methyl Ionone Gamma Coeur is an essential raw material in both fine perfumery and scented cosmetics, where it provides a classic, clean, and timeless olfactory signature.
PERFUMERY
In perfumery, Methyl Ionone Gamma Coeur is a heart-to-base note used to build floral, powdery, soft woody, and elegant oriental accords. Its violet and powdery profile adds roundness, cohesion, and a velvety texture to compositions.
It is widely used in combination with rose, iris, violet, light woods, musks, and vanilla, acting as a harmonic bridge between top and base notes.
It is particularly suitable for classic, elegant, and unisex fragrances, where it plays a key role in structuring the olfactory heart.
Olfactory family: Floral
Olfactory pyramid: Heart-base note
COSMETICS
In cosmetics, Methyl Ionone Gamma Coeur is used as a fragrance ingredient to impart a soft, refined powdery floral note to products. Its discreet, long-lasting profile makes it suitable for skincare, bodycare, and classic cosmetic lines, both feminine and unisex.
It is ideal for creams, lotions, cleansers, body care, and haircare products, where it enhances the sensation of comfort and elegant cleanliness.
Thanks to its excellent stability, it maintains its olfactory character over time, even in complex cosmetic bases.