Givaudan launches Scentaurus™ Aquamelon, the first precursor specifically designed for hair care

Givaudan, the global leader in Fragrance and Beauty, is delighted to unveil the expansion of its fragrance precursor portfolio. A precursor releases fragrance molecules when exposed to natural triggers such as humidity, oxygen and light, unfolding olfactive notes at later stages. With Scentaurus™ Aquamelon, Givaudan introduces a milestone in hair care, the first precursor designed specifically to deliver a soft fruity-floral note with outstanding freshness and remarkable deposition.

This oxygen activated innovation unveils a watery green melon and floral muguet accord through the gradual release of green fruity and orange blossom notes, meeting hair care perfumers’ need for long-lasting green floral notes in shampoos and other products. Imparting a lasting sense of cleanliness, freshness, and naturalness for several days, the Scentaurus™ Aquamelon is responding to key consumers expectations in their daily routines. While initially inspired by personal care, the technology also performs exceptionally well in fabric care applications.

“Consumer research across multiple markets reveals a consistent demand for more fragrance performance in hair care and it is no longer measured at rinse-off and drying but throughout the entire day. With Scentaurus™ Aquamelon, we are addressing these global needs, aligning with local fragrance preferences, and fully supporting Givaudan’s 2030 strategy to grow our presence and capabilities across regional markets.”

Jeremy Compton, Global Head of Science and Technology, Fragrances

“Our extensive research programme inspired by natural mechanisms and guided by our Givaudan perfumers, led to this breakthrough, capturing fresh, green scents within a precursor structure. This multifaceted material and easy-to-work nature allows perfumers to create distinctive signatures, while the freshness released over time delivers exceptional sensory experiences for hair, beauty and fabric care formulations.”

Agnes Bombrun, Head of Ingredients Research, Fragrance S&T

In line with Givaudan’s sustainability ambitions, Scentaurus™ Aquamelon is a biodegradable molecule according to OECD guidelines. It is developed in accordance with the principles of green chemistry, using Givaudan’s proprietary FiveCarbon Path™ and a Safe-by-Design approach.

Meeting today’s consumer expectations, it exemplifies Givaudan’s commitment to creating tailored fragrance solutions for happier, healthier lives, reinforcing our fragrance and beauty goal of achieving a fully biodegradable palette by 2030.

About Givaudan
Givaudan is a global leader in Fragrance & Beauty and Taste & Wellbeing. We celebrate the beauty of human experience by creating for happier, healthier lives with love for nature. Together with our customers we deliver food experiences, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions that make people look and feel good. In 2025, Givaudan employed over 17,500 people worldwide and achieved CHF 7.5 billion in sales with a free cash flow of 14.1%. With a heritage that stretches back over 250 years, we are committed to driving long-term, sustainable growth by improving people’s health and happiness and increasing our positive impact on nature. This is Givaudan. Human by nature. Discover more at: www.givaudan.com.

About Givaudan Fragrance & Beauty
Givaudan Fragrance & Beauty crafts inspired fragrances to perfume lives and memories, and develops innovative beauty and wellbeing solutions that make people look and feel good all over the world. Nature is both our responsibility and our most precious muse. We are just as committed to sustainability as we are to creating innovative products that satisfy consumer needs and anticipate their desires. With a collaborative approach that favours co-creation, we have built a diverse portfolio across personal care, fabric care, hygiene, home care, fine fragrances, and beauty, reflecting our multidisciplinary expertise. This is Givaudan. Human by nature. Learn more at www.givaudan.com/fragrance-beauty.

For further information please contact 
Mélanie Duprat, Fragrance & Beauty Communications
E melanie.duprat@givaudan.com