Folione® (Givaudan)

This classic molecule possesses an extraordinarily potent and diffusive green character. Its olfactive profile bursts forth with the scent of freshly crushed violet leaves and crisp cucumber, underscored by watery melon and subtle vegetable notes. While intensely green and leafy, its power is nuanced by softer floral and waxy undertones, preventing it from becoming harsh. The sheer strength of Folione® means it must be handled with precision, as even the smallest amount can dramatically shape a composition, lending it a distinctive, vibrant, and natural-smelling leafy signature.

Used with great care and in minute traces, its effect is transformative rather than dominant. This ingredient, methyl heptine carbonate, imparts a natural, dewy lift and a modern, crisp dimension to floral and fruity compositions. A classic and essential synergy is achieved when it is blended with the orris family; its sharp greenness cuts through the powdery warmth of ionones and Isoraldeines to create sophisticated, true-to-nature violet and iris accords. Its cucumber and melon facets are also key for building realistic watery and vegetable notes in more contemporary ozonic and aquatic creations.