A harmonious blend of fragrance notes that creates a unified scent impression.

A citrus fruit that provides fresh, bright top notes commonly used in perfumery.

A fragrance family characterized by citrus top notes, floral heart, and woody-mossy base.

 Highly concentrated extract obtained via solvent extraction or enfleurage.

Lab-made molecules used to replicate or create scents.

The longest-lasting notes forming the foundation of a fragrance.

Paper strip used for testing fragrances.

Waxy extract created via solvent extraction, precursor to an absolute.

The strength of perfume oil in a formula

Extraction method (usually steam) for producing essential oils.

Final phase of a perfume once top and middle notes have faded.

Lightest traditional concentration (2–5%).

Medium-strong concentration (approx. 10–20%).

Lighter concentration (approx. 5–10%).

Material that slows evaporation and increases longevity.

Category grouping scents by character.

Fern-like fragrance family with lavender, herbs, and mossy bases.

Scent style evoking edible, dessert-like, or sweet notes.

The main body of the fragrance; emerges after top notes.

Wearing multiple scents or scented products together.

Duration a fragrance remains detectable on skin

 The trained fragrance creator.

Olfactory Pyramid – Structure describing a perfume’s evolution (top → heart → base).

Highest concentration of perfume oils (15–30%+).

How far a fragrance radiates from the wearer.

Extract from plant resins or gum-resins; often a fixative.

The scent trail left behind as you move.

Perfume centred around a single flower or flower impression.

The first, most volatile notes perceived at application.

 a dry, clean ambergris-like note that boosts a perfume’s tenacity and diffusion (i.e. makes it last longer and project well).

A transparent, woody-amber molecule with soft, velvety radiance; often used to add diffusion and a “wood + skin” subtlety in modern perfumes.

A musky-woody material with mineral warmth and soft, fabric-like texture; evokes cashmere, dry wood, and sun-warmed skin

(Also called “Watermelon Ketone”) — produces a fresh, aquatic, airy scent with hints of watery/marine vibe and a faint watermelon-like facet; commonly used to evoke sea, ocean or “fresh sea breeze” accords.

A musky lactone giving a warm, intimate, skin-like muskiness often with a fruity/pear facet; it gives softness and sensual musk character. 

A synthetic, creamy sandalwood-like molecule; provides a polished, clean, woody-creamy warmth (a refined take on natural sandalwood).

A sweet, honeyed-floral note with nuances of banana-jasmine; gives gentle floral sweetness and softness.

A popular musk with a clean, “fresh laundry / sensual warmth” profile; widely used in modern perfumery and fragranced products. 

A powerful, creamy sandalwood-like molecule that is long-lasting and smooth; often used to anchor sandalwood-based or woody fragrances

A fragrance material made from by-products or waste from other industries (e.g., fruit peels, wood offcuts, food processing rinses). These leftovers are transformed into valuable perfume ingredients instead of being discarded.