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Understanding how fragrance is built.
- Fragrance Molecule
- Individual scent materials that carry a distinct fragrance impression.
- Accord
- Multiple fragrance materials blended together to create a unified scent identity.
- Compositions
- Layered accords refined into a complete fragrance, designed to create atmosphere and emotion.
How fragrance unfolds.
- TOP NOTES
- The first impression of a fragrance.
- These notes are bright, fresh, and immediate, often bringing citrus, herbs, delicate florals, or airy greens.
- HEART NOTES
- The character of the fragrance.
- As the first notes soften, the heart begins to bloom. This is where florals, fruits, spices, and soft textures give a scent its personality.
- BASE NOTES
- The lasting impression.
- Base notes bring warmth, depth, and longevity through woods, amber, vanilla, musk, resins, and other grounding materials.