Powdery fragrances

A powder-like character, often associated with iris, violet or musk notes.

Scentorian assigns these categories for browsing. Fragrances can belong to several families; the house may describe them differently.

22 fragrances

Issey Miyake Parfums — Wearers describe creamy almond milk, lilac and rose with a powdery vanilla background.

Mugler — Wearers describe prominent jasmine sambac over warm cashmeran and amber.

Serge Lutens — Reviewers describe dense dried fruit and cumin, with a dark, sticky sweetness and savoury spice.

Comme des Garçons Parfums — Reviewers describe cumin, clove and a metallic rose accent over creamy, powdery wood.

Marc Jacobs — Reviewers describe light wild berries and white violet over soft sandalwood.

Valentino — Reviewers describe jasmine sambac over warm cashmeran and vanilla.

Dior — Reviewers describe dry mineral impressions, sea air and a faint hay-like sweetness.

Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle — Wearers describe wet lilac and cucumber with a warm, dough-like accent.

Marc-Antoine Barrois — Wearers describe sour rhubarb, damp earth and leather with a strong green character.

Kenzo — Wearers describe powdery violet and rose over vanilla, with comparisons to lipstick and face powder.

Viktor&Rolf — Reviewers describe a dense, sweet floral with a patchouli-like earthy background.

Gucci — Wearers describe creamy peach, gardenia and vanilla over mossy patchouli.

Etat Libre d'Orange — Wearers describe rich jasmine and cold tobacco ash with a dry turmeric accent.

Diptyque — Reviewers describe starchy rice with a toasted, nutty edge, powdery mimosa and dry pale woods.

Lancôme — Reviewers describe sweet, powdery iris with a prominent patchouli base.

Etat Libre d'Orange — Reviewers describe pumpkin and ginger as warm, savoury vegetables and spice, with bright tangerine at the opening.

Escentric Molecules — Wearers often describe dry cedar, pencil shavings and a soft, warm skin scent.

Caron — Wearers describe dry orange blossom and jonquil, with a green, waxy narcissus impression over sandalwood and vetiver.

L'Artisan Parfumeur — Wearers describe cool incense and white lily with a stone-like impression.

J-Scent — Reviewers describe roasted green tea with nutty, savoury peanut and seaweed impressions.

Elizabeth Taylor — Reviewers describe a large, bright floral bouquet that becomes softer and more powdery as it settles.

Glossier — Reviewers describe pink pepper, powdery iris and a warm, slightly sweet musk with a skin-like character.