Velvione (Givaudan) Sensual Musk
Velvione (Givaudan) Sensual Musk
musky
base
Velvione™ is a powerful macrocyclic musk renowned for its soft, powdery character and exceptional performance in modern perfumery. With subtle nuances reminiscent of classic nitro musks, it delivers a smooth, enveloping musky warmth that feels both clean and sensual. Its profile is refined yet impactful—adding a velvety volume that enhances the overall texture of a fragrance without overwhelming the composition.
Highly substantive and remarkably stable, Velvione™ stands out for its long-lasting presence, with a tenacity on blotter exceeding one month. This enduring performance makes it a valuable backbone ingredient, particularly in fine fragrances where it contributes depth, diffusion, and a lingering softness. It seamlessly blends with florals, woods, and ambers, amplifying their richness while imparting a comforting, powdery aura.
Beyond fine perfumery, Velvione™ is equally prized in functional applications such as laundry care, where its clean musky note and high substantivity ensure lasting freshness on fabrics. Biodegradable and versatile, it represents a modern musk solution—combining performance, elegance, and sustainability. Typically used between 0.2% and 4%, it offers both subtle refinement and bold presence depending on dosage.
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| Origin | France |
| Extraction Method | Formulation |
| INCI Name | 5-Cyclohexadecen-1-one |
| Note | Base |
| Scent Family | Musky |
| Scent Profile | Musky, Powdery, Animalic, Sensual |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow, Liquid |
| Suggested Use | Perfumery, Soap Making, Candle Making |
| Cas number | 37609-25-9 |
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