METHYLIONONE BETA COEUR TOCO IFF – powdery, floral and woody note with hints of violet, iris and sweet root

Woody-powdery iris, floral, violet, tropical, tobacco, creamy. Precious woody and tobacco notes of iris with hints of violet. Some note the aroma of freesia. It pairs well with fruity notes and is used in woody and other compositions.

METHYLIONONE β COEUR TOCO is a selected and purified fraction of methyl ionones, developed by IFF to offer a softer, more transparent, and heat-stable version of classic methyl ionones. It belongs to the family of ionone ketones, inspired by the nature of iris and violet, and is used to create elegant powdery, floral, and woody accords.

Olfactory profile

• Family: floral, powdery, woody

• Character: soft, velvety, delicately powdery

• Shades: violet, iris, sweet root, powdery wood

• Persistence: medium-high

• Diffusion: moderate, creates an enveloping and intimate effect

Function in formula

• Floral note modifier (especially iris, violet, rose)

• Fixing and rounding for talc, retro, gourmand floral bases

• Adds elegance and depth to cosmetic, classic, feminine fragrances

• Ideal for creating a "second skin powder" effect

Main applications

• Alcoholic perfumery: floral, powdery, woody, and vintage fragrances

• Functional perfumery: cosmetics, deodorants, luxury environments

• Recommended notes for pairing: Heliotropin, Alpha-ionone, Iron Alpha, Iso E Super, White Musks, Vanilla

Indicative dosages

• In fine perfumery: 0.1% – 3%

• In iris/violet accords: can be used as a main body up to 5%
  (Dosages should always be tested based on the system and compatibility with other ingredients)