Fir resin gives men's fragrances a coniferous, balsamic character with pine-like freshness and warm, resinous depth. It is less like cut grass than a green leaf note: the effect is richer, slightly sticky and rounded, often with a dry woody or subtly sweet impression. In a formula, fir resin commonly supports the heart and base, adding body to compositions built around woods, amber, incense, spices or aromatic notes.
For men's fragrance shoppers, this note suits scents with an outdoorsy character without becoming sharply green. It can sit beside citrus or herbs for lift, then settle into cedar-like woods, amber or musk as the fragrance dries down. Look here for fragrances with a dry forest character, gentle warmth and moderate depth rather than overt sweetness or heavy smoke.
