Clearwood™ smells like stepping into a sun-drenched cedar closet—clean, radiant, and crystalline rather than heavy. Imagine fresh-hewn wood shavings catching afternoon light, with a subtle sweetness reminiscent of pencil shavings and a whisper of resinous amber. It's woody without earthiness, bright without being citric. Think of polished wooden floorboards in a minimalist Scandinavian cabin, warmed by pale sunlight. There's an almost translucent quality—transparency rather than opacity.
Clearwood™ is a proprietary synthetic molecule developed by fragrance houses seeking a "clean wood" accord that doesn't rely on traditional cedar or sandalwood. It's engineered in laboratories to capture the crystalline, airy aspects of wood whilst eliminating heavier, animalic undertones. The creation emerged from perfumers' desire for a woody note compatible with modern, minimalist aesthetics—one that reads fresh rather than rustic. It's entirely man-made, designed specifically for contemporary fragrance expression.
Clearwood™ functions as a sophisticated base-to-heart bridge note. Perfumers deploy it to add woody depth and longevity without traditional warmth, creating clean, architectural compositions. It pairs beautifully with citrus, florals, and aldehydes, anchoring fragrances in refined modernity. It provides structure and transparency simultaneously—a rare quality in woody accords.
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