Here you can look up the most common fragrance notes and what character they add to a fragrance composition. Everything is arranged in alphabetical order, so just scroll.

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ABSINTH: Green bitterness with an aromatic, almost sparkling sharpness that feels like a cool glass on a marble counter. In perfume, the absinthe sensation is often built with anise, wormwood and herbs that give a grown-up, slightly bohemian aromatic. Common in aromatic compositions, herbal scents and niche green accords.

ACACIA WOOD: Sun-warmed wood with a soft, powdery floral background, more velvety than austere. In perfumery, acacia often refers to the fragrant acacia and its yellow-flowered, honey-toned signature that can read as floral and slightly spicy. Common in floral oriental scents, powdery compositions and warm woody bases.

AKIGALAWOOD: Woody spiciness with a modern, clean touch that feels like freshly sanded wood with a peppery sheen. Akigalawood is a modern ingredient developed from patchouli oil and provides a peppery, woody and slightly floral effect. Common in modern woody fragrances, spicy bases and contemporary woody amber .

ALDEHYDES: Like champagne bubbles over freshly laundered clothes, with a clean and slightly metallic sparkle that makes the opening couture crisp. Aldehydes are a family of molecules often used to give lift, air and a soapy, shimmering clarity to florals and powders. Common in aldehydic florals, powdery classics and clean scents.

ELM: A green woodiness with subtle forest nuances, a bit of moss, a bit of mushroom, like a cool walk in the shade. In perfume, elm is often a stylized woody note that builds a subtle, natural forest feel. Common in green woody compositions and woody scents.

AMARETTO LIQUEUR: Bitter almond and soft sweetness, like a velvety glass with a dessert feel. In perfume this is almost always a constructed accord that imitates almond notes from kernels and liqueur. Common in gourmand, vanilla bases and nutty oriental compositions.

AMBER ACORD: A warm golden glow with a long tail and a sense of embrace. In perfume, amber is usually a built accord of vanilla, balsams, resins, wood and musk rather than amber in the literal sense. Common in oriental scents, gourmands and warm woody bases.

AMBERGRIS AMBER: Salty skin, soft mineral and a subtle animalic depth that makes the scent feel alive for a long time. Ambergris is formed in the digestive system of the sperm whale and has historically been used as a fixative, but in modern perfume you often encounter ambergris accords and synthetic substitutes. Common in skin scents, marine and mineral compositions and amber and musk bases.

AMBRETTE: Powdery floral with a musky skin feel, soft as powder over warm skin. Ambrette seed and ambrette notes are often used as herbal musk inspiration in the perfume world. Common in musky scents, powdery compositions and close-to-skin florals.

AMBRETTOLIDE: Clean, modern musk with a subtle fruity background that feels like a soft, white fabric. Ambrettolide is a macrocyclic musk that provides great diffusion and a classic, elegant musk profile. Common in clean scents, musk bases and modern your skin but better perfumes.

AMBROXANE: Salty mineral and warm skin, but in a modern twist. Ambroxan is a synthetic amber-like molecule that builds soft skin warmth and acts as a fixative for durability and presence. Common in modern woody scents, clean musks and marine and mineral perfumes.

AMYL SALICYLATE: Green fruit floral with a slight tropical feel, like an unripe banana in soft daylight. It is an aroma chemical often used to create a fruity floral feel and add volume to the heart. Common in fruity florals, sun-warmed accords and modern floral bases.

AMYRIS: A mild, warm wood reminiscent of sandalwood but lighter and pepperier in profile. Amyris is often used as a softer, more budget-friendly wood note and as a bridge between citrus and base. Common in woody scents, ambery bases, and clean wood compositions.

PINEAPPLE: Sweet tropical fruitiness with a sunny sheen and a slightly tart edge, like juice that almost bubbles. In perfumery, pineapple is effectively a constructed fruit accord rather than a distilled fruit oil. Common in fruity florals, tropical gourmands and modern freshies .

ANGELICA: Green, peppery and dry, with an aromatic that can draw on celery, juniper and spice. Angelica root and seed can provide an elegant, slightly bitter green texture in compositions. Common in aromatic scents, spicy green compositions and herbaceous woody compositions.

ANIS: Sweet spice with licorice-like warmth and herbaceous roundness. Anise oil provides a distinct, classic anise profile that is often used to create a gourmand feel or vintage spice. Common in spicy oriental fragrances, gourmand and herbaceous accords.

ORANGE: Juicy citrus with a sunny edge, round and generous rather than sharp. Orange oil is usually extracted from the peel and provides an accessible opening that makes the composition more welcoming. Common in citrus scents, fruity florals and classic colognes.

ORANGE LEAF: Green citrus with a deeper, more coniferous and resinous echo, like the shade under a citrus tree. Orange leaf is used to make citrus less sweet and more botanical. Common in aromatic citrus scents, green colognes and modern woody citrus compositions.

ORANGE BLOSSOM: White flower with a citrus edge and soft luster that can feel both pure and sensual. In perfume, orange blossom can come as a distillate and provide a clear florality that is often accompanied by musk, vanilla or light woody notes. Common in white florals, neroli colognes and ambery floral blends.

ORANGE PEEL: Sweet citrus with more pressure and more bitterness, like when you grate zest over a dessert. In perfume, the peel profile is used to give a stronger citrus and a more gourmand impression. Common in citrus gourmand, spicy citrus scents and warm fruit accords.

APRICOT: Velvety fruity sweetness with a slight almond undertone, soft but not flat. Apricot in perfume is often a constructed fruit accord that can feel both fruity and slightly lactonic. Common in fruity florals, gourmand florals and sun-warmed scents.

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BALSA WOOD: Light, soft wood with a clean freshness, more air than darkness. Balsa wood is used to build a gentle woody base without weighing down the composition. Common in light woody compositions and modern clean scents.

BAMBOO STEM: Green, fresh and watery clarity that feels like freshly cut stalk and cool skin care. In perfume, bamboo is often a stylized green note rather than a clear distilled oil. Common in green fresh scents, aquatic compositions and clean florals.

BANANA: A sweet tropical fruit with a creamy softness and sometimes a bready note, playful and unexpected. Banana in perfume is effectively a constructed accord used sparingly for character. Common in experimental gourmands and tropical fruit compositions.

BASIL: Aromatic greenness with a slightly peppery, kitchen-fresh vein that feels both clean and alive. Basil oil provides an herbal lift and can make citrus smarter. Common in aromatic citrus scents, green compositions and modern colognes.

BASMATIRIS: Soft, grassy and slightly nutty warmth that feels like steamed textile and comfort. In perfume, rice is often a fantasy note that builds a warm, gentle and powdery gourmand feel. Common in soft gourmands and close-to-skin scents.

BAY RUM: Spicy rum note with West Indian bay leaves, barbershop and Caribbean warmth all in one breath. Bay rum is often used as a nostalgic, masculine fresh spice. Common in classic aftershave profiles, spicy colognes and aromatic fragrances.

BELLADONNA: Dark floral fantasy with creamy powdery notes and a slightly toxic aura, more story than botanical realism. In perfumery, belladonna is usually a synthetically constructed accord. Common in niche florals, gothic compositions and dark gourmands.

BENZOIN: Vanilla resin with an incense feel and soft warmth that rounds out the base. Benzoin provides balsamic sweetness and a smooth, slow glow. Common in amber fragrances, oriental compositions, incense accords and gourmands.

BERGAMOT: The most well-dressed version of citrus, fresh and slightly bitter with an elegant tea feel. Bergamot is often used to provide a clean, expensive opening and build classic structure. Common in citrus fragrances, hesperidic compositions, and fragrance families such as chypre and fougère .

BERGHEMLOCK TSUGA: Coniferous forest with a slight smokiness and an unexpected hint of berry sweetness in the background. In perfumery, this type of forest note is used to give a natural feeling with depth. Common in woody scents, woody compositions and aromatic bases.

CONCRETE: Raw, dusty minerality with a damp chill, like a basement wall after rain. Concrete is a fantasy note created with earthy and mineral molecules. Common in conceptual niche fragrances, mineral accords and urban compositions.

BISABOLENE: Warm sweet spiciness with a balsamic roundness that is often used as a building block in oriental profiles. It occurs in fragrance builds where soft resin volume and fixation are desired. Common in ambery bases and oriental compositions.

BEEWAX: Honey-toned warmth with a waxy softness, like a warm candle flame close to the skin. Beeswax is used to add realism to honey accords and a dense, smooth base. Common in gourmands, honeyed florals and warm bases.

BIRCH: Smoky bark that often leads into leather, dry and tactile. Birch and birch bark are used to create a leathery smokiness and forest darkness. Common in leather scents, smoky wood compositions and niche dark woods .

BIRCH TAR: Dark, sweet smoke with a tarry leather feel, powerful and full of character. Birch tar is used as a fragrance idea to build leather, smoke and hide. Common in leather, smoky wood bases and dramatic niche fragrances.

BLACKBERRY: Juicy berry sweetness with a dark fruity body, soft but distinct. Blackberry in perfume is usually a fruit accord that can pull in a jammy or fresh style depending on the environment. Common in fruity florals, gourmand fruit and modern juicy scents.

BLACK CAVIAR: Salty, iodized ocean note with a luxuriously sharp edge, like evening air by water and mineral. In perfumery, this is a conceptual note built with marine and animalic nuances. Common in niche marine scents and mineral compositions.

BLOOD ORANGE: Citrus with more color, more juiciness and a hint of berry sweetness. Blood orange is used to make citrus more expressive and more gourmand. Common in citrus fragrances, fruity florals and sparkling top notes.

BLUEBERRY: Mild, fruity fullness with a soft woodsy note in the background. Blueberry is often built as a berry accord and can provide both sweetness and a natural feel. Common in fruity scents and woody gourmand interpretations.

BLUEBELL: Sheer florality with spring greenness, light and airy like a bouquet in the morning light. In perfumery, bluebell is often a fantasy note built for transparency. Common in light florals and clean floral compositions.

FENUGREEC: Nutty, spicy and slightly caramelized, with a warm, nutty note. In perfumery, fenugreek is used to provide gourmand body and an odd, elegant spicy warmth. Common in spicy gourmands and oriental bases.

BORONIA: A rare floral scent that feels rich, soft and slightly fruity, with a niche, almost velvety elegance. Boronia is used when you want an unusual floral with depth. Common in exclusive florals and artistic compositions.

BROWN SUGAR: Caramelized sweetness with moist warmth, like brown sugar meets butter. In perfume, brown sugar is often built with vanilla, caramel molecules, and balms. Common in gourmand scents and warm ambergris bases.

BREAD: Warm security with toasted dryness, like a freshly opened bag of bread in a quiet kitchen. Bread is an atmospheric fantasy note used to make gourmand less dessert and more everyday. Common in gourmand, tea and coffee accords, and conceptual scents.

BREADNUT: Soft, nutty sweetness with a tropical roundness, like chestnut meets exotic fruit. In perfumery, this is an unusual note used to create a warm, creamy impression. Common in gourmand and tropical compositions.

AMBER: Golden, warm signature that in perfumery almost always means an amber accord, not fossil resin. It provides longevity and an embracing base of vanilla and resin. Common in oriental scents, gourmand and woody bases.

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CABREUVA: Woody and floral with a metallic sheen, like polished wood with a citrus-floral aura. Cabreuva is often used as a blending ingredient to bring naturalness and longevity to floral and woody accords. Common in neroli and orange blossom compositions as well as modern woody bases.

CALONE: A bottled sea breeze, cool and ozonic with a saltwater feel. Calone is used to build aquatic scents and provide sporty transparency. Common in marine and ozonic scents as well as aquatic summer scents.

CAMPARI: Bitter orange and aromatic herbs with a spirited sharpness, as an aperitif with red elegance. In perfumery, campari is a conceptual note that builds bitter citrus with a spicy herbal base. Common in citrus bitters, herbals and boozy gourmands.

CANNABIS: Green resinous herbaceousness with a distinct, warm bitterness that can draw in smoky notes depending on the composition. In perfumery, the cannabis note is often built with terpenes and green resins to create a realistic feel. Common in green niche scents, resinous compositions, and urban accords.

CAPPUCCINO: Creamy coffee with a milky smoothness, less bitter and more embracing than black espresso. Cappuccino accords are often built to provide warmth and luxury in gourmand. Common in gourmand fragrances, coffee and vanilla compositions, and boozy bases.

CASTOREUM: Leather and animal warmth with a tarry shade, historically raw and intense. In modern perfumery, synthetic variants are often used for ethical reasons, but the effect is the same, dark, leathery, sensual. Common in leather scents, animalic bases and smoky compositions.

CEDARWOOD: A dry wood with a clean silhouette, like freshly sharpened pencils and warm sawdust air. Cedarwood provides structure and stability, acting as an elegant backbone in many families. Common in woody perfumes, fougères , citrus compositions and leather scents.

CIDRAT SUCKAT LEMON: Fresh lemon-like citrus with more peel, more bitter white interior and a distinct, classic zesty feel. Cidrat is used to make citrus more textured and less juicy. Common in citrus fragrances and colognes.

CHAMPACA: Creamy floral with warm tropical elegance, like magnolia with a deeper sweetness. Champaca is used to provide a sun-warmed, luxurious floral body that feels both sensual and sophisticated. Common in floral orientals and sun-warmed florals.

CHAMPAGNE: Sparkling freshness with an illusion of bubbles, fruity acidity and carbonated lightness. In perfume, champagne is a fantasy note built with fruit, aldehydes and transparent musk nuances. Common in festive top notes and fruity florals.

CHILI: Warm spicy heat that feels stimulating and electric in the opening. Chili in perfume is used as a spicy accent and is often built with peppery and warm molecules. Common in spicy scents and experimental compositions.

CHINOTTO: Bitter citrus with a dark sweetness and an Italian aperitivo feel. Chinotto is used to provide a more mature, sophisticated citrus profile than orange. Common in citrus bitters and aromatic colognes.

CHOCOLATE: Cocoa with bitter sweetness and warm spiciness, like a dessert with a grown-up tone. In perfume, chocolate is often built with cocoa accords, vanilla and balms for depth. Common in gourmand scents, ambery bases and boozy compositions.

CISTUS SOLVANDA: Dry, warm resin profile with a leathery feel and a slight animalic undertone. Cistus and labdanum are often used as the heart of amber bases and incense compositions. Common in oriental fragrances, leather compositions and incense accords.

LEMON: Tart clarity with direct energy, short but razor-sharp. Lemon oil from the peel provides a clean opening that feels like a candle being lit. Common in citrus fragrances, colognes and aromatic compositions.

CITRUS ACORD: A mix of citrus fruits that feels like a whole fruit basket in the top note, vibrant, energetic and light. Citrus accords are built to provide breadth and modern freshness rather than a single fruit. Common in colognes, fresh scents and as a top in many families.

CLEARWOOD: A cleaner patchouli feel with a long-lasting finish, polished and modern rather than earthy. Clearwood is used to provide patchouli depth without the damp forest earthiness. Common in modern woody bases, woody amber and contemporary chypre .

CLEMENTINE: Sweet citrus with a soft, warm fruitiness and less bitterness than bergamot. Clementine provides a portable, sunny opening that feels easy to love. Common in citrus scents and fruity florals.

COGNAC: Boozy warmth with oak barrels, dried fruit and spicy amber notes. In perfume, cognac is an atmospheric note that builds the adult gourmand. Common in boozy gourmands, ambery bases and evening scents.

COPAIBA BALSAM: Soft, slightly peppery resinous woodiness with a soothing roundness. Copaiba is often used as a fixative and to provide a mild balsamic body in the base. Common in resinous fragrances, woody bases and ambery compositions.

COSTUS: Animalic, slightly dirty sensuality with a strangely powdery start that can draw in violet before darkening. Costus is used to add depth and body to animalic and leathery profiles. Common in niche animalic scents and leather compositions.

CURRY LEAF: Aromatic green with spicy heat, more leafy than powdery, more sophisticated than literal food scent. Curry leaf in perfume is used as an odd spicy accent. Common in spicy compositions and experimental herbal scents.

CYCLAMEN: Watery floral with a cool green tone, slightly transparent and modern. In perfume, cyclamen is often used to give an aquatic floral feel and lightness. Common in aquatic florals and clean bouquets.

CYPRESS: Dry coniferous green with a fresh citrus note, austere and aromatic. Cypress oil provides a clean woodsy line that often feels classically masculine but works equally well in unisex. Common in aromatic fragrances, woody compositions and green bases.

CYPRIOL: Earthy, woody and dry, with a smoky rooty feel that can give leather associations. Cypriol is used to create a dark, elegant base in woody and oud-like compositions. Common in woody fragrances, smoky bases and oriental profiles.

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DATE: Sweet, rich fruitiness with a dark caramel feel, like dried fruit with a soft sheen. In perfume, date builds a warm gourmand body that feels rich yet soft. Common in gourmand fragrances and oriental bases.

DAMASCENE ROSE: Rose with classic richness, honeyed warmth and velvety depth. Often used as a reference for a luxurious rose profile, Damask rose provides a distinct, elegant rose identity. Common in rose-dominated florals, ambery florals and rose with oud.

DAPHNE ACORD: Delicate floral sweetness with a light citrus feel, like an expensive flower that smells better than it looks. In perfume, daphne is often a stylized interpretation of an unusual floral profile. Common in exclusive florals and poetic niche compositions.

DAVANA ARTEMISIA: Sweet fruitiness with an herbaceous undertone and a soft, almost boozy woody note. Davana provides a unique, slightly mysterious fruit and herb profile that transforms beautifully on the skin. Common in oriental fragrances and fruity resinous compositions.

DRAGON: Green anise-like herb with freshness and a slight citrus note. Tarragon is used to provide an unusual, elegant aromatic top note. Common in aromatic fragrances and herbal citrus compositions.

DRIFTWOOD: Wood with salty, musky marine nuances, like sun-bleached wood on the shore. The driftwood note is often an accord of wood, amber and salty minerality. Common in marine scents, woody compositions and summery skin profiles.

GRAPE: Mild, sweet fruitiness with wine-like associations, soft and juicy. In perfumery, grape is used as a fruit accord, often as part of a boozy or fruity top note. Common in fruity florals and vinous concept fragrances.

DULCE DE LECHE: Milky caramel sweetness, creamy and slow, like a warm dessert in the base. In perfume it is built with caramel, vanilla and lactonic notes. Common in gourmand scents and warm ambergris bases.

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EBONY: Dark, dry wood with elegant weight and a sense of polished shadow. Ebony in perfume is often a stylized wood idea that adds depth and sophistication. Common in woody bases and dark compositions.

OAK: Dry woodiness with a classic structure, sometimes associated with barrels and tannins. Oak in perfume can give a sober, furniture-polished feel or a wine barrel note. Common in woody compositions and boozy accords.

OAKMOSS: Earthy, mossy greenness with bitter elegance, like woodland and classic perfume history all rolled into one. Oakmoss is a signature in chypre and is used for contrast and depth. Common in chypre , fougère and woody scents.

ELEMI: Citrusy incense, peppery and transparent, like incense in daylight. Elemi provides modern resin freshness without being heavy. Common in incense accords, woody resins and modern ambergris bases.

JUNIPER: Cool aromatic freshness with gin association, coniferous and slightly peppery. Juniper provides structure in aromatic peaks and can enhance the forest feel. Common in aromatic scents, coniferous compositions and boozy profiles.

EUCALYPTUS: Clean, camphor-fresh greenness with a cool, almost medicinal clarity. Eucalyptus is used to provide a distinct sense of cleanliness and a sharp green top. Common in fresh scents, spa-like compositions and aromatic profiles.

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FICO D INDIA: Green, dry and floral fruitiness with an unusual, elegant roughness. In perfumery it is used to create a Mediterranean feel with a modern twist. Common in green florals and niche summer compositions.

FIG: Green milkiness with a Mediterranean feel, leafy and creamy at the same time. Fig accords are often built from leafy greens and lactonic softness. Common in green and woody scents as well as soft gourmands.

FIG LEAF: More green than fruit, with a dry, cool milky note that feels like shade under large leaves. Fig leaf is used to create a modern, skin-deep green sensuality. Common in green scents, woody compositions and clean niche profiles.

FINGER LIME: Crisp citrus with aromatic spiciness and modern acidity, like lime with extra energy. In perfumery it is used as an exotic citrus accent. Common in citrus scents and fresh compositions.

FLORAL NOTES: A whole bouquet in perfume form, from transparent flowers to creamy white florals. Floral notes can be lifelike or stylized and build the heart of countless fragrances. Common in almost all fragrance families but especially florals and floral orientals.

FRANGIPANI: Sun-warm floral core with creamy softness, like holiday skin but more polished. Frangipani is often built as an accord that draws on jasmine and tropical flowers. Common in sun-warmed florals and summery scents.

FREESIA: Light floral freshness, transparent and pure, like a bouquet with lots of air. Freesia gives a light, spring florality that doesn't become heavy. Common in florals, fruity florals and clean floral compositions.

FRUITY NOTES: Juiciness and shine that make florals more wearable and bases more appealing. Fruitiness in perfume is often built from aromatic compounds and accords rather than fruit oils. Common in fruity florals, gourmands, and modern fresh scents.

FUCHSIA: Light floral note with subtle sweetness, more sentiment than botanical. In perfume, fuchsia is often a fantasy note that gives a soft, modern floral air. Common in light florals.

FENNE: Sweet anise-like spice with a soft green undertone. Fennel is used to provide aromatic warmth and a licorice-like elegance. Common in spicy fragrances and aromatic compositions.

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GALBANUM: Crushed green leaves, bitter and crunchy like a broken stem. Galbanum provides an iconic green facet that makes florals sharper and more sophisticated. Common in green fragrances, chypres and aromatic compositions.

GARDENIA: Creamy white flower with a luxurious skin feel, often built as an accord. Gardenia provides a soft tropical floral that can feel both romantic and sensual. Common in white florals and sun-warmed florals.

GENTIANA: Bitter, sharp aromatic with tonic and aperitivo associations. Gentian is sometimes used to provide a mature bitterness in the top or heart of the fragrance. Common in aromatic and conceptual fragrances.

GEOSMIN: Damp earth after rain, forest dust and minerals, almost photographic in its realism. Geosmin is used in micro doses to give an earthy feel and a natural air. Common in earthy niche scents and rain accords.

GERANIUM: Rosy freshness with an herbaceous green vein. Geranium provides clean structure and a barbershop feel with a slightly minty, spicy note. Common in fougère and aromatic scents.

GIN: Cool aromatic cocktail feel with juniper and citrus, crisp and modern. Gin in perfume is built as a boozy accord rather than a raw material. Common in boozy tops and aromatic citrus scents.

Broom: Honeyed yellow flowers with bitter elegance and a slight tobacco-like depth. Broom is used as an unusual floral that adds character without being heavy. Common in floral orientals and citrus florals.

SPRUCE: Coniferous freshness with forest air and cool sweetness. Spruce is used to create a Nordic forest feel and provide aromatic purity. Common in woody scents and aromatic woody compositions.

POMEGRANATE: Fruity, slightly tart sweetness with a red sheen and modern juiciness. Pomegranate in perfume is often a fruit accord that energizes without becoming childish. Common in fruity florals and modern fresh scents.

GRAPEFRUIT: Bitter freshness with bite, drier and more modern than orange. Grapefruit provides a clean opening that feels sporty and chic. Common in citrus scents, aromatic freshies and woody fresh compositions.

GRÅBO: Herbal complexity with wormwood nerve, slightly bitter, slightly warm and unexpectedly deep. Gråbo gives a green, grown-up aromatic that feels artistic. Common in herbal scents and aromatic compositions.

CREAM: Creamy softness that makes gourmand more smooth and close to the skin. The creamy feeling is often built from lactonic notes and vanilla. Common in gourmand fragrances.

GRASS: Fresh, green and slightly damp, like a freshly cut lawn and a summer breeze. Grassy notes are built for realism and to give a sense of nature. Common in green scents and aromatic compositions.

GREEN: A whole palette of leaves, sap and stems, which makes sweetness smarter and scents more vibrant. Greenness is built with various green molecules and herbal ingredients. Common in green scents, chypres and fruity florals.

GREEN TEA: Soft, grassy transparency with a clean, calm aura. Green tea is used to provide a subtle, modern freshness that feels like skincare. Common in clean fragrances and transparent compositions.

GUAIAC WOOD: Smoky wood tone with a light rose and violet feel in the background. Guaiac wood is used to create soft smokiness and elegant wood volume. Common in smoky wood compositions and leather profiles.

GOLD: Metallic luxury as an idea, more shine than raw material. The gold note is a fantasy note created to give an expensive, metallic impression. Common in conceptual niche fragrances.

GURJUN BALSAM: Woody resin profile with pine, camphor and a light licorice note, calming and meditative. Gurjun is often used to provide body and fixation in resinous bases. Common in smoky and ambery compositions.

CUCUMBER: Watery green freshness that feels clean, cool and modern. Cucumber notes are often built as a transparent green accord. Common in clean scents, aquatic florals and fresh compositions.

TURMERIC: Warm, earthy spice with a golden tone, more mellow than pungent. Turmeric is used as a spice accent for depth and color in the base. Common in spicy fragrances and oriental compositions.

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RASPBERRY: Fresh sweetness with a clear berry profile, often more of a fragrance idea than a fruit oil. Raspberry is built with aroma molecules that give a clear, juicy berry feel. Common in fruity florals and gourmands.

RESINS: Balsamic warmth that gives fragrances depth, fixation and a long aftertaste. The resin profile can be smoky, sweet, dry or churchly clear depending on the material. Common in ambery scents, oriental compositions and incense accords.

HASCH: Sweet, resinous and darkly herbal note that often feels smoky and warm. In perfumery, this is a conceptual note built to create a rebellious, resinous aura. Common in niche smoky and resinous scents.

HAZELNUT: Nutty, soft gourmand with warm sweetness, like roasted nuts in baked goods. Hazelnut is often built with praline, vanilla and milky notes. Common in gourmand scents.

SEA SALT: Pure minerality with a salty sting, like skin after a swim and wind. Salt accords are used to make scents more modern and body-friendly. Common in marine scents, mineral compositions and skin scents .

SEA BURNS: Tart fruitiness with citrusy freshness and a slight spicy twist. Sea buckthorn is used to provide Nordic energy and an unusual fruit profile. Common in fruity scents and fresh compositions.

HEDIONE: Jasmine light that feels like air, with transparent radiance . Hedione lifts the heart and makes florals more radiant without weighing them down. Common in modern florals and light wood and flower compositions.

HELIOTROP: Powdery vanilla with almond notes and retro glamour, like a makeup table and warm skin. Heliotrope is often built with heliotrope and used for soft gourmand powders. Common in powdery and gourmand scents.

HIMALAYAN GRASS: Mild muskiness with amber warmth, discreet and slow. In perfumery, this type of grass note is used for soft fixation and a warm base. Common in soft musk bases.

HINOKI: Balsamic cypress notes with subtle citrus, like Japanese bathhouses and wood steam. Hinoki is used to create a clean, meditative woody profile. Common in woody fragrances and aromatic compositions.

HONEY: Golden sweetness with an animalic shade that makes the scent sunny and sensual. Honey can be smooth and soft or dark and wild depending on the dose and company. Common in ambery scents, florals with white flowers and gourmand.

HYACINTH: Green floral intensity with a clear spring feeling and a slightly sharp floral vein. Hyacinth is often used to give realism and green floral volume. Common in florals and green bouquets.

HYRACEUM: Deeply animalic with tobacco, leather and dark warmth, complex and long-lasting. Hyraceum is used in niche perfumery to create a strong, sensual base. Common in animalic scents and smoky compositions.

HAY: Sweet, warm summer meadow with dry grass and sun. Hay accords are often built with coumarin and are used to provide nostalgic comfort. Common in fougère , gourmand and nature-inspired fragrances.

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IMMORTELLE: Dry herbaceous with honeyed warmth, sometimes with a slight curry note, like a sunny yellow flower that never quite lets go. Immortelle provides a unique, warm aromatic signature. Common in oriental fragrances and spicy compositions.

GINGER: Spicy energy with a fresh sting, more zing than coziness. Ginger brings citrus and florals to life and can feel both modern and clear. Common in spicy fresh scents and citrus compositions.

IRIS: Powdery elegance with soft woodiness and a light violet feel. Iris is used to create an expensive, textile feel that often reads like powder and makeup. Common in powdery scents and elegant florals.

IRIS BUTTER ORRIS BUTTER: Luxurious, buttery powder with a deep and long-lasting softness, like expensive powder in a silk pouch. Orris butter is concentrated and used for a sophisticated iris profile. Common in powdery bases and exclusive compositions.

ORRIS ROOT ORRIS: Powders, lipsticks and expensive textiles, with a skin-like, sophisticated softness. Orris root is often used as a heart or base to make everything more elegant and cohesive. Common in powdery scents, suede and lipstick iris.

ISO E SUPER: Woody aura in soft focus, warm and transparent like wood air around the skin. ISO E Super is used to create sillage and a discreet glow without a clear raw material edge. Common in modern woody fragrances and your skin but better perfumes.

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JACARANDA ROSEWOOD: Soft woodiness with a floral rose nuance, like wood with a romantic echo. Rosewood profiles are used to provide an elegant, slightly rosy wood bridge in the heart. Common in florals and woody fragrances.

JAPANESE ROSE HAMANASU: Wild rose feel with fruity sweetness and light acidity, fresh yet romantic. It is used as a rose variety for a more natural, coastal rose profile. Common in florals and rose-dominated compositions.

JASMINE: White flower with a pulse, from sun-warmed softness to a slightly narcotic presence. Jasmine brings sensuality and life to the heart and can feel both pure and deep. Common in white florals, floral orientals and floral and woody compositions.

JASMINE SAMBAC: Sweeter, more exotic jasmine with a musky, sometimes slightly animalic note. Sambac is used to provide a richer, more tropical jasmine heart. Common in white florals and floral orientals.

JASMINE: Soft tea warmth with floral jasmine, a calm yet sensual aura. Jasmine tea accords provide both transparency and body in the heart. Common in tea compositions and soft florals.

JAVANOL: Modern sandalwood molecule with a creamy, rich sandalwood profile and long lasting. Javanol is used to build sandalwood effect with strength and purity. Common in woody fragrances and woody amber .

STRAWBERRIES: Sweet, fruity and playful berry note with a distinct summer feel. Strawberry in perfume is a built fruit accord that can be made both candy-like and more natural. Common in fruity and gourmand scents.

STRAWBERRY LEAVES: Green freshness with a slightly sweet leafy note, like a berry bush rather than a berry. In perfumery it is used to provide a green contrast to fruit. Common in fruity florals.

EARTHLY NOTES: Woodland, root and mineral, a depth that feels bodily rather than sweet. Earthiness is often built with vetiver, patchouli, moss and orris. Common in woody scents, chypre and niche natural compositions.

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COFFEE: Rich, dark aroma with roasted warmth, bitter and sensual at the same time. Coffee accords are used to create gourmand with a grown-up edge. Common in gourmand fragrances and boozy compositions.

CAKE: Dry sweetness like a cookie, more crumbly than frosting. Cake is a fantasy note that gives a homey gourmand feel. Common in gourmand.

COCOA: Bitter warm chocolate core with spicy roundness, more mature and less sugary than pure chocolate tone. Cocoa is used for depth in gourmand and oriental bases. Common in gourmand and ambergris compositions.

CACTUS: Fresh, green and slightly watery note that feels modern and clean. Cactus in perfume is usually a stylized green accord. Common in fresh scents and aquatic florals.

CALMUS ROOT: Aromatic root with a spicy, slightly bitter note that can feel both green and warm. Calamus is used to add vintage feel and structure to spicy scents. Common in aromatic and oriental compositions.

CAMELIA: Gentle, delicate floral note with soft sweetness, more whisper than crescendo. Camellia in perfume is often a stylized floral that brings pure elegance. Common in light florals.

CAMPHOR: Cool, medicinal freshness with a sharp clarity, like menthol and dry air. Camphor is used in small doses to provide purity and aromatic coolness. Common in aromatic fragrances and eucalyptus-like profiles.

CHAMOMILE: Soft herbal floral with warm, tea-like florality and subtle honey notes. Chamomile provides a calm, soft aromatic heart. Common in herbal scents and soft florals.

CANDIED JUJUBE: Sweet fruitiness with a dried fruit feel and a slight almond nuance. In perfumery it is used as an exotic gourmand fruit. Common in gourmand and fruity compositions.

CINNAMON: Warm spice with a cozy glow, dry sweet and embracing. Cinnamon makes amber and vanilla more bodily and evening warm. Common in ambery scents, gourmand and spicy compositions.

KAOLIN CLAY: Soft, dry mineral powder, subtle and pure, like stone flour in a silk bag. Kaolin is a conceptual fragrance idea that builds powdery minerality. Common in powdery niche fragrances and clean compositions.

HONEYSAKE: Sweet, warm floral with a vanilla undertone and a slight citrus note. Honeysuckle can provide a nostalgic, generous floral body. Common in florals and floral orientals.

CARAMEL: Buttery sweetness with a toasted sugar feel, the heartbeat of the gourmand. Caramel accords are often built with maltol tones and vanilla. Common in gourmand fragrances.

CARDAMOM: An aromatic spice with cool elegance and a light citrus sheen. Cardamom lifts the wood and gourmand notes and provides a well-composed opening. Common in spicy woody scents and ambery compositions.

KARO KAROUNDE: White floral with a peppery, slightly animalic edge, like gardenia with more nerve. It is used to create a niche white floral with character. Common in white florals and sensual compositions.

CASHMERE WOOD: Soft wood and musk blend that feels textile-like, warm and embracing. Cashmere wood is often a fragrance idea rather than a specific wood, built to provide smooth woody comfort. Common in modern woody bases and musky compositions.

CHESTNUT: Soft, sweet nutty warmth with a roasted feel, like an autumn evening and a warm dessert. Chestnut is used for gourmand without becoming pure confection. Common in gourmand and warm bases.

CLOVER: Green grassiness with a soft natural tone, like a meadow in a calm wind. Clover in perfume is usually a stylized green note. Common in green scents and nature-inspired compositions.

CRISPY APPLE: Sweet, warm and slightly burnt sugar aroma over crunchy fruit. Crispy apple is a fantasy note that builds caramel and apple into a nostalgic gourmand profile. Common in gourmand.

COCONUT: Creamy tropical with a soft sweetness, from sunscreen to dessert depending on the context. Coconut is often built with lactones and vanilla. Common in sun-warmed and gourmand scents.

CORIANDER: Citrus spice with dry elegance, peppery and slightly aromatic. Coriander provides structure without being sweet and often feels very perfume-like. Common in aromatic fragrances and spicy compositions.

CORK: Damp cardboard and wood with a slightly musty hue, a conceptual material feel. Cork is used as a fantasy note to create realism and texture. Common in niche material scents.

CHALK: Dry, soft mineral powder with a dusty elegance, like chalk on fingertips. Chalk in perfume is a fantasy note built to provide dryness and texture. Common in powdery and mineral niche fragrances.

GUNSHOT: Metallic, dry and slightly smoky feel that signals energy and friction. Gunpowder is a fantasy note built for a sharp, industrial effect. Common in conceptual niche fragrances.

Clove: Warm spiciness with a sweet, almost medicinal sharpness and a classic Christmas feel. Clove adds depth to spicy bases. Common in oriental fragrances and spicy gourmands.

SPICES: A full palette from dry seeds to warm bark tones, adding movement and character. Spice accords are used to build everything from barbershop to dark gourmand. Common in spicy scents and oriental compositions.

ALLIANCE: A warm, peppery spice that can read like cinnamon and cloves in the same breath. Alliance is used to add roundness and warmth. Common in spicy fragrances and oriental bases.

CHRYSANTHEMUM: Mild, fresh floral with a slight herbal note, like the air of a flower shop. Chrysanthemum in perfume is often a stylized floral for a soft bouquet feel. Common in florals.

COUMARIN: Freshly mown hay, warm sweetness and classic fougère feel. Coumarin is used to build hay and tonka bean-like effects. Common in fougère , gourmand and aromatic fragrances.

CUMIN: Spicy, aniseed-like sharpness with a distinct character. Cumin is used to provide a dry, masculine spice note in small doses. Common in spicy and aromatic compositions.

KUMQUAT: Sweet, tart citrus with a lively shine and a slight exotic twist. Kumquat provides citrus with a more fruity body. Common in citrus scents and fruity tops.

QUINCE: Soft fruitiness with a sweet, gentle roundness, like pear meets apple in silk. Quince is used for subtle fruitiness that feels elegant. Common in fruity florals.

CHERRY: Sweet and sour fruit with a bitter core that can feel luxurious and grown-up. Cherry accords are often used in boozy and gourmand. Common in gourmand and fruity scents.

CHERRY BLOSSOM: Sheer, sweet and delicate floral with a spring aura. Cherry blossom in perfume is often a fantasy note built for romantic transparency. Common in light florals.

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LABDANUM: Amber-warm resin with a leathery feel, balsamic and slightly animalic. Labdanum provides drama and long-lasting base warmth. Common in oriental fragrances, leather compositions and incense accords.

LACTONE OF CIS JASMONE: Creamy, waxy floral feel that adds realism and milky warmth to white florals. It is used to build jasmine, frangipani and tuberose-like creaminess. Common in high-end florals and sun-warmed compositions.

BAY LEAF: Herbal freshness with a green spice note, dry and aromatic. Bay leaf is used to provide structure in herbal scents and spicy tops. Common in aromatic scents and spicy compositions.

MASSOIA LACTON: Coconut-like creaminess with milky sweetness, gourmand but not always dessert. Massoia lactone is used to build coconut and soft woody cream. Common in gourmand and sun-warmed scents.

LAPSANG SOUCHONG: Smoked tea with a tarry smokiness and warm, dark aroma. Lapsang is used to create a distinct smoke and tea identity. Common in smoky fragrances, tea accords and niche compositions.

LAVENDER: Purity, barbershop and calm, aromatic and clear. Lavender is a cornerstone of fougère and brings a fresh-washed confidence. Common in fougères , colognes and aromatic fragrances.

PRIVATE GARDEN FLOWER: Sweet, floral and slightly spicy, with a honey-toned softness. Privet in perfume is a stylized floral note that brings gentle luxury. Common in florals.

LILY OF THE LILIES: Greenish-white flower with a clean aura and slightly soapy freshness. Lily of the valley is often built as a clean floral accord. Common in florals and clean fragrances.

LIME: Green, fresh citrus with extra zing and aromatic sharpness. Lime provides an energetic high that feels light, modern and summery. Common in citrus scents and colognes.

LIND FLOWER: Warm, sweet flower with a soft honey tone and a slightly woody shade. Linden gives a romantic, slightly nostalgic florality. Common in florals and soft compositions.

LINGON: Fresh acidity with a berry note, a bit Nordic and a bit astringent. Lingonberry is used to give a berry note that is not too sugary. Common in fruity aromas and green berry compositions.

LITCHI: Exotic fruitiness with glossy sweetness and a slightly rosy aura. Litchi is often used to make florals more juicy and modern. Common in fruity florals.

CANDLEWAX: Waxy warmth as a material feel, sometimes with a subtle petroleum tone depending on interpretation. Candle wax is a fantasy note that builds atmosphere and nostalgia. Common in conceptual and cozy scents.

LORENOX: Ambergris-like effect with animalic, leathery and musky complexity. Lorenox is used as a substitute for ambergris profile in modern bases. Common in ambery bases and animalic woody compositions.

LEATHER: Tactile dark elegance, from suede-soft to smoky and tarry. Leather is often built with smoke, wood and resins for distinct character. Common in leather scents, smoky wood compositions and ambergris leather.

LIPSTICK: Powdery makeup feel with iris, rose and sometimes violet, like vintage glamour in a handbag. Lipstick accords are built to provide cosmetic elegance. Common in powdery florals and iris-dominated fragrances.

MAPLE: Sweet, warm syrupy feel with a woody roundness and autumnal gourmand body. Maple is used to give a soft caramel profile that feels grown-up. Common in gourmand.

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MADONNA LILY: A rich white flower with intoxicating sweetness and classic drama. It provides a rich, traditional floral body that feels solemn. Common in oriental and white florals.

MAGNOLIA: Light white flower with a citrus sheen, soft and elegant. Magnolia provides a clean, sophisticated floral that lifts without taking over. Common in florals and clean bouquets.

MAHOGANY: Warm woody feel with a spicy note, sometimes with a vanilla association. Mahogany in perfume is often a stylized wood idea with furniture-polished warmth. Common in woody bases and spicy compositions.

MAHONIAL: Floral molecule with a lily-of-the-valley feel, fresh and clean. It is used to create modern floral freshness in many types of fragrances. Common in florals and clean fragrances.

MALT: Roasted grainy feel with warmth and a slightly boozy undertone, like a beer or whiskey association in a soft form. Malt is used for gourmand with an adult edge. Common in boozy gourmand and warm bases.

WORMORE: Bitter greenness with herbaceous sharpness and complex aromatics. Wormwood is used to create an absinthe feel or add bitter elegance to the composition. Common in herbal and aromatic fragrances.

MANDARIN: Rounder citrus with a soft sunny feel, sweeter and kinder than lemon. Mandarin makes the opening portable and warm. Common in citrus scents, fruity florals and modern fresh scents.

MANDARIN LEAF: Green citrus with more bitterness and aromatics, like a citrus grove rather than a fruit bowl. Mandarin leaf is used to add structure and botanical feel. Common in aromatic citrus fragrances.

ALMOND: Creamy nutty note with a hint of bitter almond, luxurious and soft rather than sugary. Almond liqueur is often built to give gourmand elegance. Common in gourmand and powdery scents.

ALMOND BLOSSOM: Floral with a nutty sweetness in the background, like a flower with a dessert shade. In perfume, almond blossom is often a fantasy note that provides light, airy florality with a warm tone. Common in florals and gourmand florals.

ALMOND MILK: Soft, sweet and milky comfort with a slight nuttiness. Almond milk accords are built with lactones and vanilla for a creamy, skin-friendly gourmand. Common in gourmand and musky scents.

MANGO: Sweet, lush tropical with juicy fruitiness and sunny energy. Mango is used as a fruit accord that can feel both youthful and luxurious depending on the base. Common in fruity scents and tropical gourmands.

MANINKA: Sweet fruitiness with a dark gourmand note, often described as strawberry and passion fruit with a chocolate feel. Maninka is used as an exotic fruit accord with depth. Common in gourmand and fruity niche fragrances.

MARINE NOTES: Oceanic feel without being a single ingredient, more accord than ingredient. Marine notes are built with ozonic and salty effects for purity and spaciousness. Common in aquatic scents and summer profiles.

MARSHMALLOWS: Vanilla sweetness with a fluffy softness, like sugar clouds over warm skin. Marshmallow accords are often built with vanilla and powdery musk notes. Common in gourmand.

MASTIX: Green, coniferous resin with a bark-like feel and a clean, bubblegum-like association in the background. Mastic is used to give resin a fresh and natural feel. Common in resinous fragrances and woody compositions.

MATE: Sweet smokiness with a tea profile, energetic yet soft. Mate accords are used to build a modern tea identity with a touch of smoke. Common in tea compositions and aromatic fragrances.

METAL: Cool, crisp and clean, like cold jewelry and air after rain. Metal in perfume is an effect built with aldehydes and mineral molecules. Common in clean scents, ozonic compositions and conceptual scents.

METHYL IONONE ALPHA EXTRA: Iris-like powdery with a leathery shade and great staying power. It is used to give fullness to iris and violet family and create elegant volume. Common in powdery fragrances and iris bases.

MIMOSA: Dry, honeyed floral with powdery softness and a yellow sunny aura. Mimosa provides an elegant, slightly nostalgic floral that often feels French. Common in florals and powdery compositions.

MINT: Green spiciness with warm aromatics, often softer than pure peppermint. Mint is used to provide freshness and a distinct green top. Common in aromatic scents and fresh compositions.

MIRABELLE: Sweet, fresh stone fruitiness, like plum with a lighter sheen. Mirabelle is often a fantasy note that adds fruity warmth. Common in fruity florals.

MILK: Soft, creamy security that makes gourmand more skin-friendly. Milk accords are built with lactones for a smooth, warm base. Common in gourmand.

SUEDE: Velvety leathery feel with musk and wood, more soft than smoky. Suede is often built as a synthetic leather accord. Common in leather scents and powdery wood compositions.

MOEPEL MILKWOOD: Honey and tobacco notes with a sensual, full body. In perfumery it is used as an unusual, warm and rich floral and woody profile. Common in niche oriental fragrances.

MONOI: Sunscreen feeling with tiare and coconut, vacation in one breath. Monoi is a fragrance idea often used to create tropical skin warmth. Common in sun-warming scents.

CARROT: Earthy, green and slightly sweet rooty feel that can give a powdery note in the heart. Carrot seeds and carrot accords are used to provide natural earthiness. Common in earthy florals and woody compositions.

Ivy: Fresh, green leafiness with a cool, clean, natural feel. Ivy in perfume is often a stylized green note to provide a vibrant top note. Common in green scents.

CLAVIA: Sweet aromatic with hay, wood and light citrus, rich and herbaceous depth. Clary sage provides both freshness and body and can feel barbershop-like yet soft. Common in aromatic and fougère scents.

MACEM: Warm spiciness with a sweet roundness, softer than nutmeg but just as elegant. It is used to provide spicy warmth without being sharp. Common in oriental and spicy fragrances.

NUTMEG: Sweet, warm spice with a dry woody note, classic and structuring. Nutmeg adds spicy body to the base and often feels a bit vintage. Common in spicy scents and oriental compositions.

MINT: Cool freshness with a sharp edge, like ice in an herbal drink. Mint provides an alert high and a clean feeling when dosed correctly. Common in aromatic fresh scents.

MYRRH: Dark resin with a balsamic heft, slightly medicinal but softly sweet. Myrrh provides a deep and long-lasting warmth in the base. Common in incense accords and oriental compositions.

MYRTLE: Spicy herbal scent with peppery freshness and soft sweetness. Myrtle is used to provide Mediterranean aromatics and clean structure. Common in aromatic fragrances.

MUSK: Skin, softness and what lingers, the soft focus filter of perfume. Musk can be clean and washed or warm and animalic depending on the type and dosage. Common in almost all fragrances but especially clean, powdery and skin-close compositions.

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NAIL POLISH: Sharp, solvent-like effect with a powdery musk or aldehydic background, like a real-time beauty moment. Nail polish is a synthetic fragrance idea used to create modern, edgy texture. Common in conceptual niche fragrances.

CARNATION: A spice flower with a warm, peppery sweetness and classic character. Carnation provides a floral spice that can feel both romantic and dramatic. Common in spicy florals and oriental fragrances.

NECTARINE: Velvety fruitiness with creamy sweetness and a slight tropical note. Nectarine in perfume is a fruit accord that provides a soft, wearable juiciness. Common in fruity florals.

NEROLI: Citrus floral with light bitterness, clean and tailored in feel. Neroli provides freshly washed citrus floral with aromatic clarity. Common in colognes and citrus florals.

CANTALOUPE: Mild, sweet and watery fruitiness with summery freshness. Cantaloupe is often a fantasy note that provides light, bright juiciness. Common in fruity scents.

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OLIBANUM FRANKINCENSE: A sparkling, citrusy, balsamic, and clear incense. Olibanum provides smoky transparency and spiritual purity without being heavy. Common in incense accords and resinous woody compositions.

OLIVE: Green, slightly bitter fruit note and Mediterranean feel, more salty air than sweet fruit. Olive in perfume is often a stylized idea that gives a sophisticated green profile. Common in aromatic and Mediterranean inspired scents.

OLIVE WOOD: Rich, woody scent with classic warmth and a slightly oily softness. Olive wood provides a sober, furniture-polished wood base. Common in woody scents.

OPO PONAX: Sweet myrrh, warm and powdery resin with a soft incense feel. Opoponax provides a rounder, sweeter resin profile that feels smooth and old-fashioned luxurious. Common in oriental scents and ambery bases.

ORCANOX: Ambroxan-like modern ambergris profile with more power and complexity. Orcanox is used to build a warm, musky and woody base with strong persistence. Common in modern bases and ambery wood compositions.

OREGANO: Intensely herbaceous pepperiness, dry and lively. Oregano is used as a distinct green spice accent in small doses. Common in aromatic compositions and herbal scents.

ORCHID: Floral fantasy with soft sweetness and often vanilla association, more emotion than specific botany. Orchid in perfume is usually an accord that should feel elegant and creamy. Common in florals and gourmand florals.

FERN FOUGÈRE: Woody freshness as a fragrance family, built from citrus, lavender and warmer bases like coumarin and moss. Fougère is a classic structure that can feel barbershop or modern depending on the execution. Common in classic and modern aromatic fragrances.

OSMANTHUS: Fruity floral with plum and apricot nuances, sometimes with a slight leather undertone. Osmanthus brings exotic luxury and a soft, sensual body. Common in florals, leather and fruity niche fragrances.

OUD AGARWOOD: Dark woody resin with a smoky sheen and sometimes animalic warmth, dramatic and long-lasting. Oud is used to build signature bases and powerful presence. Common in rose and oud, ambery wood compositions and leather.

OZONIC NOTES: Cool, metallic airy sensation that smells like rain, the ocean, or freshly laundered clothes depending on the composition. Ozonic effects are built with synthetic molecules for transparency and spaciousness. Common in marine and clean scents.

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PALMAROSA GRASS: Floral grassiness with green aromas, soft and intoxicating in a quiet way. Palmarosa provides rosy freshness with an herbaceous base. Common in floral and aromatic compositions.

PALO SANTO: Woody incense with citrus notes, warm and meditative. Palo santo produces a sacred, soft smoke that feels both modern and ritualistic. Common in incense accords and woody scents.

PEPPER: Green, fresh and slightly harsh spice note, more vegetal energy than hot spice. Paprika is used as an odd, vibrant top accent. Common in experimental spicy scents.

PAPYRUS: Dry, smoky roughness with earthy undertones, like old paper and warm sand. Papyrus adds texture and a light leather and smoke association. Common in woody and smoky compositions.

PARADISONE: Airy jasmine-like freshness with a lemony tinge, like a light floral breeze. Paradisone is used to create modern jasmine transparency. Common in florals and floral orientals.

PASSION FLOWER: Floral lightness with a hint of exotic fruitiness, often more poetic than botanical. Passion flower in perfume is often a fantasy note that adds tropical floral brilliance. Common in fruity florals.

PASSION FRUIT: Tart tropical with juicy energy and a distinct exotic character. Passion fruit accords are used to provide a fruity punch at the top. Common in fruity fragrances and tropical compositions.

PATCHOULI: Earthy woody sensuality, from raw forest soil to polished elegance depending on quality and treatment. Patchouli provides depth, signature and a lasting base. Common in chypre , ambery scents, woody compositions and gourmand.

GELARGON: Green, fruity and rosy note with aromatic freshness. Geranium provides a clean, slightly barbershop-like rose profile. Common in aromatic fragrances and fougères .

GINGERBREAD: Spicy sweetness of cinnamon, ginger and cardamom, warm and nostalgic. Gingerbread accord is gourmand with a winter feel. Common in gourmand.

PEACH: Velvety fruit with soft sensuality, round and creamy with a slight leathery feel. Peach makes florals softer and more skin-friendly. Common in florals and gourmand florals.

PEACH BLOSSOM: Floral note with fruity shine and slight citrus nuance, romantic and soft. In perfume it is often a fantasy note that gives a spring fruit blossom feeling. Common in fruity florals.

BALSAM OF PERU: Dark, resinous warmth with hints of vanilla, cinnamon and cloves. Balsam of Peru adds depth and a dense, sweet base. Common in oriental fragrances and ambery bases.

PETALIA: Fresh floral note that draws on peony, lily of the valley and rose, light and diffuse like a pure bouquet in the air. Petalia is used to provide modern florality and transparency. Common in florals and clean fragrances.

PETITGRAIN: Citrus leaf and twig, greener and more aromatic than the fruit's peel. Petitgrain provides a dry, elegant citrus aromatic that often feels tailored. Common in colognes and aromatic citrus fragrances.

PEONY: Fresh floral with a green tone, modern and light. Peony in perfume is often an accord that gives a clean bouquet feel. Common in florals.

PISTACHIO: Nutty sweetness with a slight leathery undertone, gourmand yet sophisticated. Pistachio is used to make gourmand more grown up and textured. Common in gourmand.

PLUM: Fruity fullness with a slight herbal note, darker and softer than berries. Plums add body to fruit accords and can feel boozy. Common in fruity fragrances and oriental compositions.

POMAROSE: Powerful rosy fruit molecule that gives rose a juicy, modern shine. It is used to create an intense, contemporary rose profile. Common in rose-dominated fragrances.

POMELO: A citrus that is similar to grapefruit but softer and sweeter in feel. Pomelo provides a clean, aromatic freshness with a mild bitterness. Common in citrus scents.

BOTTLE: Bitter citrus with a spicy edge, more mature and robust than orange. Botter is used to provide traditional citrus texture and a slight Christmassy association. Common in citrus scents and spicy tops.

POPCORN: Buttery, toasted note with a warm, almost caramelized body. Popcorn accords are used to create playful gourmand with a distinct atmosphere. Common in gourmand and conceptual scents.

PRALINE: Caramel, chocolate and nut in a velvety gourmand form, often built with maltol notes. Praline gives a warm, luxurious dessert feel in the base. Common in gourmand scents.

POWDERY NOTES: A collective feeling of powder rather than a single ingredient, often built from iris, violet, vanilla, musk and soft resins. Powdery gives the feeling of makeup and expensive textiles. Common in powdery scents and classic compositions.

Daffodil Narcissus: Soft, sweet floral with spring clarity. Narcissus is used to give a classic, light green floral tone. Common in florals.

PEAR: Juicy transparency that makes florals more glossy and modern. Pear accords provide light fruitiness without heaviness. Common in fruity florals and clean scents.

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RHUBARB: Fresh acidity with a green, slightly metallic feel, like stalk and spring wind. Rhubarb is used to give a modern, crisp, fruity green top. Common in fruity florals and fresh scents.

RAIN: Air after rain, damp minerality and cool clarity, more atmosphere than ingredient. Rain notes are built with ozonic and earthy effects. Common in clean fragrances and nature-inspired niche scents.

CALENDULA: Soft floral with a slightly herbal, warm tone, discreet and soothing in feel. In perfumery it is used as a gentle floral accent. Common in floral and herbal scents.

RICE: Mild sweetness with a powdery, soft body, like dry rice and warm textiles. Rice accords are used for comfort and close-to-skin gourmand. Common in powdery scents and gourmand.

RUM: Boozy warmth with a sweet, boozy roundness, like dark sugar and oak in the background. Rum accords give a grown-up gourmand feel. Common in boozy gourmand and oriental bases.

ROOIBOS: Sweet, fruity tea profile with raisins, vanilla and soft nuttiness. Rooibos provides a warm, caffeine-free tea sensation in perfume form. Common in tea compositions and gourmand.

ROSE: The flower that can be anything from green and peppery to jammy and velvety. Rose adds romance and structure and can carry a fragrance on its own or act as a backbone. Common in florals, rose and oud, chypre and ambery florals.

ROSE CARnation: Sweet, velvety floral with a hint of cocoa in some interpretations. It is used as a poetic, slightly gourmand floral accent. Common in florals and conceptual fragrances.

ROSEWOOD: Rosy woodiness with soft florality, like rose through the wood grain. The rosewood profile is often used to create an elegant bridge between floral and woody. Common in floral and woody fragrances.

ROSE WATER: Mild rose with a clean, airy and light watery feel. Rose water provides a soft, transparent rose profile that feels close to the skin. Common in florals and clean compositions.

PINK PEPPER: A rosy spice with sparkle, bright and fruity with a modern edge. Pink pepper provides an expensive opening and a slightly peppery energy. Common in modern florals and fresh scents.

ROSEMARY: Aromatic greenness with a Mediterranean pulse, herbaceous and slightly camphoraceous. Rosemary makes scents botanical and vibrant. Common in aromatic fragrances and fougères .

RAISIN: Dried fruit with a dark gourmand tone and a slightly boozy feel. Raisins are used to provide a deep and sweet warmth in the base. Common in gourmand and oriental compositions.

RED GINGER: Exotic floral with a spicy sheen and musky warmth. Red ginger provides a richer, more floral interpretation of ginger. Common in florals and oriental fragrances.

RED BERRIES: Tart, berry accord that can range from fresh currant notes to dark jam. Red berries are used to provide energy and juiciness in the top. Common in fruity florals.

RED CURRANT: Clear acidity and red berryness, fresh and crisp. Red currants produce berries that feel more grown-up than candy. Common in fruity aromas and fruity florals.

SMOKE: An effect rather than an ingredient, from dry fire smoke to soft chimney heat. Smoke is often built with tar, resins and smoky woody notes. Common in leather, woody scents and incense compositions.

INCENSE: Church-like smoke with a warm base, built from olibanum, labdanum, benzoin and sometimes myrrh. Incense accords can be dry spiritual or warm ambery. Common in resinous scents, woody compositions and leather.

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SAFFRON: Golden spice with a metallic honey tone and sometimes a leathery shade. Saffron provides a luxurious spicy warmth and pairs especially well with rose and oud. Common in rose and oud, ambery scents and leather.

SAFRALEINE: Saffron feel with leather and tobacco facets, warm and vibrant. Safraleine is used to give a modern, powerful saffron effect with depth. Common in spicy wood compositions and leather.

SALTLICORICE SALMIAC: Salty and tart licorice bite, dark and addictive in fragrance form. Salmia accords are used to create a Nordic, distinct gourmand edge. Common in gourmand and conceptual fragrances.

SAGE: Dry aromatic with a clean, tight finish and a barbershop feel. Sage can provide a slightly smoky effect in woody bases. Common in aromatic fragrances and fougères .

VELVET: A fragrance idea of ​​soft texture, often built with patchouli, floral notes and woody molecules for a smooth feel. Velvet gives a feeling of softness and volume. Common in modern bases and musky woody compositions.

SANDALWOOD: A creamy wood with a soft warmth and a skin-like luster. Sandalwood makes compositions rounder, softer and more long-lasting. Common in woody fragrances, ambery bases and gourmands.

SAPODILLA NESBERRY: Brown sugar, caramel and soft fruitiness, like a tropical dessert fruit with spicy warmth. In perfumery it is used as an exotic gourmand fruit. Common in gourmand.

REDWOOD: A coniferous, resinous woody feel with a slightly damp bark note. Redwood provides a large woody body and a clean, aromatic base. Common in woody scents and forest compositions.

SESAME SEED: Soft nutty, slightly caramelized note with bread and spice association. Sesame gives a warm gourmand texture that feels unusual and elegant. Common in gourmand and oriental compositions.

SHISO: Peppery greenness with an Asian herbal feel, fresh and distinctive. Shiso is used as a modern, crisp green accent. Common in aromatic and green fragrances.

CIBET CIVETT: Animalistic warmth with a musky, smoky and slightly sweet nuance, historically strong but often softer in modern interpretation. Today synthetic civet tones are often used. Common in animalistic fragrances and classic bases.

SICHUAN PEPPER: A cool, hot spice with an electric tingle, citrus and wood all in one. Sichuan pepper provides a modern, lively spicy top note. Common in spicy fresh scents and modern woody compositions.

SEAWEED: Salty, iodized and aromatic ocean note, more raw coastal than holiday perfume. Seaweed is used for realism and mineral marine business. Common in niche marine fragrances.

SKATOLE: In micro doses a floral realism, in high doses animalic and dirty, an ingredient that can give depth to jasmine and orange blossom. Skatole is used extremely sparingly for effect. Common in complex florals and animalic compositions.

BUTTER: Round, creamy gourmand note, soft and warm like melted butter. Butter accords are built to make gourmand more smooth and pastry-like. Common in gourmand.

BUTTERSCOTCH: Buttery caramel with brown sugar warmth and toasted sweetness. Butterscotch provides a distinct, comforting gourmand base. Common in gourmand.

SUGAR: Sugary sweetness that makes gourmand more clearly confectionary or icing depending on the dose. Sugar chords are often built with caramel molecules and vanilla. Common in gourmand.

SUGAR GLAZING: Icing sugar sweetness with a soft citrus hint, as the final touch of the pastry. Glaze notes provide a light, bright sweetness. Common in gourmand.

SUGAR CANE: Sweet, warm tone that can lean towards rum and caramel. Sugar cane is used to create a boozy gourmand feel without heavy vanilla. Common in gourmand and boozy profiles.

COTTON CANDY: Sweet, slightly burnt sugar scent that feels like market and nostalgia. Cotton candy accord is a classic playful gourmand. Common in gourmand.

SUNFLOWER CISTUS: Dry, warm resin profile with amber-like feel and light leather association. Sunflower provides the heart of the amber base and an elegant incense body. Common in oriental fragrances and leather.

STAR ANISE: Sweet licorice spice with a warm, distinct profile. Star anise adds drama and signature to spicy tops. Common in spicy and gourmand scents.

STYRAX: Warm balsamic sweetness with vanilla, almond and incense notes, soft and melting. Styrax gives the base a soft, resinous glow. Common in ambery scents and oriental compositions.

STARCH: Dry powder with a mild, soft scent, like potato flour and a freshly ironed shirt. Starch accords are used for powdery cleanliness. Common in powdery scents.

SUMAK: Tart, fruity freshness with red berry notes and a slight spicy note. Sumac gives an unusual acid effect in the top. Common in fruity and aromatic scents.

SUNSCREEN: Sunscreen feel with coconut, tropics and a clean mineral note at the base. Sunscreen is a fragrance idea that evokes memories of sun-warmed skin and beach air. Common in sun-warmed fragrances.

SOUR CHERRY: Rich, juicy cherry notes with extra acidity and a hint of almond from the pit. Sour cherry gives a more mature cherry gourmand. Common in gourmand.

BLACK INK: Dark, damp and minerally feel that can draw on moss and rainy paper tones. Black ink is a conceptual note that builds atmosphere. Common in niche material scents.

BLACK TEA: Dry, aromatic tea profile with a slight bitterness and warm body. Black tea provides structure and a mature freshness. Common in tea compositions and aromatic fragrances.

BLACK CURRANT: Juicy berry with a budding green tone and a clear attitude. The cassis profile provides energy and contrast in fruit and flower. Common in fruity florals and rose with patchouli.

BLACK PEPPER: Dry pepperiness with warm energy and a slightly woody sharpness. Black pepper provides a modern, clean spicy kick at the top. Common in spicy scents and woody compositions.

SWEDISH CANDY: A fantasy note of sour, sweet and sometimes salty, playful and poppy. It is built as a scent collage rather than a raw material. Common in gourmand and conceptual scents.

MOTHER-OF-THE-MOTHER'S-TONGUES: Green vegetal feel with an unexpectedly intense floral scent in some interpretations, sharp and distinct. In perfumery it is used as an odd, green floral idea. Common in experimental niche fragrances.

SWEDISH FISH CANDY: Fruity wine gummy feel with a distinct candy profile, often berry and sweet. This is a fantasy note built for nostalgia and playfulness. Common in gourmand.

LILAC: Floral spring feeling with soft sweetness and a slight green shade. Lilac in perfume is often built as an accord because natural materials are difficult to achieve in a classic form. Common in florals.

SWEET LICORICE: Sweet licorice root with anise and fennel association, rounder than salmiak. Licorice gives gourmand with a clear character. Common in gourmand and spicy scents.

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TAGETES: Green herbaceousness with an unexpected caramel note, sunny but rough around the edges. Tagetes is used to provide a distinctive, slightly bitter floral spice note. Common in niche florals and oriental compositions.

PINE: Coniferous coolness with sweet resin and forest air, like Nordic nature on the skin. Pine gives a fresh, clean forest line that can feel both sporty and poetic. Common in woody scents and aromatic compositions.

PINE NAILS: Sharper piney feel with a distinct, cool freshness. Pine needles are used to enhance the woodsy feel and provide a clean, aromatic top. Common in aromatic scents.

TANGERINE: Warm citrus that lies between mandarin and orange in feel, soft and sunny. Tangerine provides a portable freshness with a little more body. Common in citrus scents and fruity florals.

TEA: A whole universe of scents from green and grassy to black and dry, with a calm, clean aura. Tea accords are used for transparency, elegance and a modern skin feel. Common in clean fragrances and aromatic compositions.

TEAK: Wood with a warm, light leather and amber feel, furniture polished and robust. Teak is used to provide a rich woody base with a distinct character. Common in woody fragrances.

TEROS HYBRID TEROS: Rose profile with a historical feel, often tea and floral with soft elegance. In perfumery it is used as a reference to classic rose growing and romantic rose structure. Common in florals.

THYME: Herbaceous sweetness with aromatic freshness, warm yet green. Thyme adds a distinct botanical feel and makes citrus more mature. Common in aromatic and herbal scents.

TOBACCO: Rich, warm and earthy note that can feel honeyed, smoky or dry depending on the composition. Tobacco gives the base a sensual, grown-up weight. Common in oriental scents and boozy compositions.

TOBACCO FLOWER: Sweet floral scent that is often felt stronger in evening light, soft and warm. Tobacco flower gives a romantic, slightly nostalgic floral with a gourmand undertone. Common in floral orientals and gourmand florals.

TOLU BALSAM: Resinous sweetness that feels softer and more ambergris-like than Peru balsam. Tolu balsam provides a smooth, warm base with fine hold. Common in ambergris fragrances and oriental compositions.

TOMATO LEAF: Green aromatic with earthy freshness and a slight sting, like crushed leaves between your fingers. Tomato leaf gives a modern, slightly edgy greenness. Common in green scents.

TONKA BEAN: Vanilla's darker cousin, almond vanilla with a hay and tobacco edge. Tonka provides a warm sweetness that feels tailored rather than sugary. Common in fougère , gourmand and ambery bases.

DRIED FRUIT: Dark fruit sweetness with depth, like figs, dates and raisins in the same bowl. Dried fruit is used to make gourmand richer and more grown up. Common in oriental and gourmand fragrances.

DRIED LEAVES: Green autumn tone with a dry, natural feel, like fallen leaves and cool earth. Dried leaves are a fantasy note for season and atmosphere. Common in woody and aromatic compositions.

TROPICAL FRUITS: Lush fruitiness like coconut, pineapple and mango in one accord, sunny and generous. Tropical accords often build a holiday feeling in the top. Common in fruity and gourmand scents.

TRUFFLE: Earthy gourmand with a luxurious dark tone, like forest and chocolate in the same whisper. Truffle accords are used to make gourmand more mature and deep. Common in gourmand and oriental scents.

WOODY ACORDS: A whole base world of wood, from dry cedar to creamy sandalwood and dark oud. Woody accords provide structure, body and durability. Common in many fragrance families but especially woody and ambery scents.

TUBEROUS: Dramatic white floral, creamy and intense with a clear presence. Tuberose makes a statement and can range from sunny to almost bubblegum-like depending on the style. Common in white florals and floral orientals.

TULIP: Gentle, sweet floral feeling, discreet and springy. Tulip in perfume is often a fantasy note that gives a soft floral touch. Common in florals.

TUSSILAGO HORSEHOOF: Light, fresh and earthy floral note with a subtle herbal feel. In perfume it is used as a poetic spring note. Common in nature-inspired compositions.

SOAP: Clean, powdery and slightly citrusy feeling, like freshly washed and freshly cleaned in the best sense. Soap notes are often built with aldehydes and musk tones. Common in clean fragrances.

TWEED: Wool, countryside and rugged elegance, like a classic jacket with weather in the fibers. Tweed is a material fantasy built with wood, moss and dry aromatic notes. Common in niche material scents.

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VANILLA: Sweet security that can be dessert or dry elegance depending on the dose and company. Vanilla ties together compositions and makes the base feel embracing. Common in gourmand and oriental scents.

VANILLA FLOWER: A fragrance idea rather than a fragrant flower, built to give a floral vanilla feel. It is used to make vanilla lighter and more floral. Common in gourmand and floral orientals.

WATER LOTUS: Sweet, elegant watery floral with a clean luster. Lotus accords create an aquatic floral that feels airy and modern. Common in aquatic florals.

WATERMELON: Watery fruitiness with pure summer freshness. Watermelon in perfume is usually a fantasy note that adds a slight juiciness. Common in fruity scents.

VELVIONE: Powdery musk with rich volume and soft animalic shade. Velvione is used to create elegant musk body and stable base. Common in musky and powdery compositions.

VERBENA: Citrusy freshness with a soft rosy glimmer, like a clean, green citrus herb. Verbena provides a clear, invigorating top note. Common in citrus scents and colognes.

WHEAT: Mild, sweet grassiness with a soft, warm tone. Wheat is used for a discreet, nutty comfort feel. Common in gourmand and nature-inspired scents.

VETIVER: Rooty woodiness with dry freshness and sophisticated depth. Vetiver can feel earthy, smoky or citrusy depending on the style. Common in woody, fougère and chypre fragrances.

VIOLET LEAF: Green, grassy scent with cucumber freshness, cool and modern. Violet leaf gives a distinct green texture and makes florals more botanical. Common in green scents and florals.

VIOLET: Powdery floral with a purple shade and soft retro tone. Violet brings powder and romance that becomes modern with musk and wood. Common in powdery scents and iris bases.

WHITE CHOCOLATE: Creamy, sweet chocolate tone with a milky roundness and less bitterness. White chocolate accord gives a dessert feeling with smooth softness. Common in gourmand.

WHITE MUSK: Clean, soft and sweet musk profile that feels washed and close to the skin. White musk is often synthetic and used for a clean feel and fixation. Common in clean fragrances and skin scents .

WHITE FLOWERS: An accord of jasmine, tuberose, gardenia, and the like that provides a luxurious, often creamy floral. White flowers can be pure or deeply sensual. Common in floral orientals and white florals.

WHITE PEPPER: Peppery heat with a sharper, drier edge than black pepper. White pepper provides a clean spicy sharpness at the top. Common in spicy scents.

WHITE WINE: Fresh acidity and light fruitiness with a vinous shine, like a cool drink and a light evening. White wine is a conceptual note that builds spirited freshness. Common in fruity and boozy top accords.

VODKA: Mild spirit note with clean, slightly spicy freshness. Vodka accords are used to create a cocktail feel and clean boozy transparency. Common in boozy tops.

WASABI: Crisp, fresh heat with green aromatics, electric and modern. Wasabi in perfume is a spice idea that gives a distinct, unusual top. Common in experimental compositions.

WHISKY: Boozy warmth with smoky, woody and sometimes slightly burnt notes. Whiskey accords are used to give an adult gourmand and bar feel. Common in boozy gourmand and oriental bases.

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YLANG YLANG: A sun-warmed floral with creamy sensuality and tropical softness. Ylang ylang provides a rich floral that feels both classic and close to the skin. Common in floral orientals and ambery florals.

YUZU: Exotic citrus with grapefruit, mandarin and lime in the same sharp shine. Yuzu provides a modern citrus profile that feels luxuriously clean. Common in citrus scents and fresh compositions.

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Z11: Modern synthetic building block with a soft woody and slightly ambery character that provides structure and durability. It is used to enhance the wood and amber balance in the base. Common in modern woody bases and amber compositions.

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PRECIOUS WOODS: An umbrella term for fine woods, from cedar to sandalwood and vetiver, often polished and elegant. Precious woods are used to signal quality and a clear, sophisticated base. Common in woody scents and ambery compositions.

APPLE BLOSSOM: A clear fruit blossom with a crisp spring feel, slightly sweet and floral. Apple blossom in perfume is often a fantasy note that adds fruity florality. Common in fruity florals.

APPLE: Crisp fruitiness that feels clean and light, often more shampoo shine than fruit compote. Apple in perfume is usually a constructed accord rather than an essential oil. Common in fruity florals and clean fragrances.

PEASANT HORN: Warm, sweet coconut-like floral with a soft exotic feel. Peat is used as an unusual floral profile that can read as tropical yet elegant. Common in florals and sun-warmed compositions.

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HERBS: A botanical whole of aromatic leaves and stems that give fragrances character, purity, and nerve. Herbaceousness can be cool, bitter, sweet, or peppery depending on the plant. Common in aromatic fragrances and fougères .

HERBAL NOTES: Lavender, mint, rosemary, thyme and more that build a clean, vibrant aromatic that can feel barbershop or Mediterranean garden. Herbal notes make scents more structured and more bodily. Common in aromatic fragrances, fougères and citrus compositions.