Citron

Citron (Citrus medica) is one of the oldest cultivated citrus fruits in the world, believed to have originated in the foothills of the Himalayas and documented in ancient Persian, Jewish, and Greek culture. Unlike the tartness of lemon or the pungency of lime, citron presents a notably fresh, clean aroma with a softer peel character that is less acidic, carrying delicate floral nuances alongside its gently luminous citrus brightness. The thick, aromatic rind is the source of its essential oil, cold-pressed or steam-distilled to capture its distinctive character. In perfumery, citron occupies a refined niche within the broader citrus palette. Its cleaner, more restrained quality makes it especially valuable in compositions where a sophisticated citrus presence is desired without an overtly sharp or tangy edge. It adds a luminous, softly green-floral freshness to top notes, harmonising particularly well with neroli, petitgrain, light musks, and delicate white florals. Citron also appears frequently in modern fresh-aromatic and aquatic structures, where it contributes a polished, almost spa-like clarity. At Fragrenza, citron lends its refined brightness to several of our carefully crafted fragrance dupes, helping us recreate the luminous top notes that define some of the world's most admired designer scents. Explore our Citron collection to discover fragrances where this ancient, elegant citrus note shines, all at prices that make luxury fragrance genuinely accessible.

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Musk88 Bergamot83 Vetiver44 cedar43 Patchouli43 Amber40 Jasmine40 Sandalwood39 Vanilla36 Lemon35 Mandarin34 Pink pepper29

Fragrances featuring this note

Citron

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Fragrances featuring this note

As top note

Chrome Sport Azzaro Eau de Toilette

Jeanne Lanvin Lanvin Eau de Parfum

Imitation Man

POLO

POLO SPORT

Polo Blue

Dior Addict

EAU DE CHARLOTTE

EAU D'HADRIEN

JORDAN

Le Baiser Du Dragon

Blu Mediterraneo Cedro di Taormina Acqua Di Parma Eau de Toilette

As heart note

Elle YSL Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Parfum

Fresca Intensa EAU DE TOILETTE

Fresca Intensa AFTERSHAVE

Sense of Humor

Aspasia

Pocket Aroma - Sakura Sweet Blessings ポケットアロマサクラスイートブレッシングス

As base note

Extrait de Musique - Unda Maris 8

Valentina

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Fragrances featuring this note

As top note

Chrome Sport Azzaro Eau de Toilette

Jeanne Lanvin Lanvin Eau de Parfum

Imitation Man

POLO

POLO SPORT

Polo Blue

Dior Addict

EAU DE CHARLOTTE

EAU D'HADRIEN

JORDAN

Le Baiser Du Dragon

Blu Mediterraneo Cedro di Taormina Acqua Di Parma Eau de Toilette

As heart note

Elle YSL Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Parfum

Fresca Intensa EAU DE TOILETTE

Fresca Intensa AFTERSHAVE

Sense of Humor

Aspasia

Pocket Aroma - Sakura Sweet Blessings ポケットアロマ サクラ スイート ブレッシングス

As base note

Extrait de Musique - Unda Maris 8

Valentina

Pocket Aroma - Sakura Sweet Blessings ポケットアロマサクラスイートブレッシングス