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CANDY CANE

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Candy Cane is a fragrance raw material that evokes the sweet, minty aroma associated with the traditional holiday treat. It is often used in gourmand and festive compositions, providing a playful and nostalgic character to perfumes. In perfumery, Candy Cane typically sits in the top or middle notes, where its sweet and refreshing qualities can be most appreciated. This ingredient can be blended with other sweet notes, such as vanilla or caramel, as well as fresh mint or herbal elements to create a balanced and inviting scent profile. While specific safety data for Candy Cane may vary depending on its formulation, it is important for perfumers to consider potential allergens and regulatory guidelines when using sweet and minty components. As with many fragrance materials, it is advisable to refer to IFRA guidelines to ensure compliance with safety standards, particularly in cosmetic applications. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.

Formulation

Usage guidance

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Cost
£139/kg
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Compatibility tags
gourmandholiday-accordmintcandy
How it behaves

Olfactory profile

Family
sweet
Note tendency
Middle
Descriptors
sweetmintypeppermintsugarycoolgourmand

A gourmand candy accord evoking a peppermint candy cane — bright, cool peppermint layered over sugary, sticky sweetness. Opens with a fresh mentholated lift and settles into a creamy sugar-syrup base.AI · claude-opus-4-7

Intensity
7 / 10
Tenacity
4 / 10
Volatility
7 / 10
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Identity
Aliases · 3
CANDY CANECandy FlossCandy Floss — custom:56a111
Compliance note. Restriction data is sourced directly from IFRA publications and preserved with its document excerpt. Perfume Foundry is a compliance-support tool — not a substitute for a qualified safety assessor (CPSR / PIF).