What’s That Smell?

Popular Top Notes(Fade quickly but are the first impression of a scent. There can be some top/middle cross over.)

  1. Bergamot – Fresh, citrusy, slightly sweet with a floral edge.

  2. Lemon – Sharp, zesty, and energizing, with a clean citrus profile.

  3. Mandarin Orange – Sweet, juicy, and softer than lemon, with a sunny brightness.

  4. Pink Pepper – Spicy, fresh, and subtly floral with a vibrant kick.

  5. Grapefruit – Tart, bitter-sweet, and refreshing, with a zingy sharpness.

  6. Neroli – Sweet, floral, and citrusy, from orange blossom, fresh yet soft.

  7. Lavender – Herbal, clean, and slightly sweet, often calming.

  8. Mint – Cool, crisp, and refreshing with an invigorating sharpness.

  9. Cardamom – Warm, spicy, and slightly citrusy, with a smooth richness.

  10. Green Apple – Crisp, fresh, and juicy, with a light fruity sweetness.

Popular Middle Notes: (Its not uncommon for a middle note to present as a base note as well.)

  1. Rose – Classic, rich, and floral, with a sweet, romantic aroma.

  2. Jasmine – Sweet, exotic, and floral, with a warm, opulent scent.

  3. Lavender – Herbal, soothing, and slightly floral with a calming freshness.

  4. Ylang-Ylang – Sweet, exotic, and fruity with a deep floral richness.

  5. Patchouli – Earthy, woody, and slightly sweet, with a warm, musky depth.

  6. Sandalwood – Creamy, smooth, and woody with a soft, sweet undertone.

  7. Iris – Powdery, soft, and floral, with a subtle earthy elegance.

  8. Violet – Sweet, powdery, and floral, with a delicate freshness.

  9. Black Pepper – Warm, spicy, and sharp, adding a slight bite to fragrances.

  10. Cedarwood – Woody, dry, and slightly sweet, with a crisp, earthy feel.

Popular Base Notes(These are the scent that are built to last.)

  1. Vanilla – Warm, sweet, and creamy with a comforting richness.

  2. Amber – Warm, resinous, and slightly sweet, with a rich, musky depth.

  3. Musk – Clean, soft, and powdery, often adding warmth and sensuality.

  4. Sandalwood – Creamy, smooth, and woody, with a soft sweetness.

  5. Patchouli – Earthy, woody, and slightly sweet, with a deep, musky tone.

  6. Vetiver – Earthy, smoky, and grassy, with a dry, woody scent.

  7. Tonka Bean – Sweet, warm, and slightly nutty, with a hint of vanilla.

  8. Cedarwood – Dry, woody, and slightly sweet, with a crisp, natural feel.

  9. Leather – Rich, smooth, and warm, with a slightly animalistic edge.

  10. Oud – Deep, woody, and smoky, with a resinous, complex character.