In Chapter 10 of 'Scents & Science,' we explain the role of alcohols and phenols in perfumery. Learn how the hydroxyl group is fundamental to the chemical structure and scent profile of many common fragrances.
In Chapter 9 of 'Scents & Science,' we explain the role of heteroatoms and functional groups in perfumery. Learn how these specific arrangements of atoms are essential to fragrance chemistry and directly influence a perfume's scent.
In Chapter 8 of 'Scents & Science,' we explain the role of aromatic rings in perfumery. Learn what aromatic compounds are, why they are called 'aromatic,' and how their unique chemical structure (like the benzene ring) is fundamental to creating specific scents.
In Chapter 7 of 'Scents & Science,' we explain chirality and its critical role in perfumery. Learn how enantiomers (stereoisomers) can have dramatically different scents, impacting fragrance creation.
This 'Scents & Science' chapter explains the role of molecular orbitals in perfumery.
In Chapter 4 of 'Scents & Science,' we explore electron configuration and its critical role in fragrance.
This 'Scents & Science' chapter explains the critical role of chemical bonds in perfumery.
Continuing our 'Scents & Science' series, this guide explains the foundational role of atoms and elements in perfumery.
This post is the foundation for our Fragrance Chemistry series, exploring its deep alchemical origins.
This guide explains the controversial vibration theory of olfaction, exploring how quantum biology and quantum tunneling may explain the sense of smell.