NOTES
The top, middle and base notes are different parts of the scent journey. Top is the first scent to hit your nose experiences followed by the smell of the middle and the base notes as the perfume dries on your skin.
TOP NOTES
The first impressions of the scent when sniffed or applied to the skin, Usually the most volatile of the ingredients.
MIDDLE (HEART) NOTES
The core of a perfume that gives the scent its character, the middle notes tend to dictate the family group.
BASE NOTES
These are the final notes that mingle with the heart notes to create the body of scent. They linger the longest after the other notes evaporate.
STRENGTH
The concentration of scent is determined by the ratio of its base. The higher the concentration, the more long lasting and intense it will be.
PERFUME
Its highly concentrated and contains the highest percentage of base, so just a dab or two will do.
EAU DE PARFUM
This can be applied more than just perfume. It gives more depth and will last longer on the skin than EDT.
EAU DE TOILETTE
This is a lighter scent. It can be spritzed throughout the day to add to the intensity.
AFTERSHAVE
For is after shaving. They generally have antiseptic properties.
FAMILIES
Scents are grouped into families according to the major characteristics they exhibit. Sub-families are the blending of two families.
CITRUS
Scents that are characterized by the fresh elements of lemon, orange, grapefruit, bergamont or pomelo.
Floral
These scents possess the characteristics of a specified flower or blend of several flower notes, such as jasmine, lily and rose.
FRUITY
Where the scent has a noticeably fruity element linked to berries, apple blossom, lychee or others.
ORIENTAL
Often using spices associated with the Orient, they're scents associated with evening or winter wear.
WOODY
An odour that is linked to the aroma of freshly cut, dry wood, or fibrous roots such as sandalwood or vetiver.
TECHY
ACCORD
The blend of the three or four notes which, by losing their individual identity, creates a new scent.
EVAPORATION
The process of changing from liquid to vapour
Layering
The use of two or more scent forms, usually starting with a fragrant product in the bath or shower.
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