Question

Why is coal tar used in perfumes even though it has a really bad smell?

Answer 1

As you may expect, some of the most common natural ingredients in perfume-making include flowers, spices, grasses and fruits, all of which smell nice. However, apart from these balsams, substances like coal tars are also used in perfume production. Used as fixatives, they enable perfume to evaporate slowly and emit odors longer.