Decoding Fragrance Notes: Understanding Perfume Composition

Understanding perfume notes and fragrance families is key to selecting the perfect scent. This guide breaks down the different layers of a fragrance and how various scent families influence a perfume's character.

1. Understanding Perfume Notes

Perfumes are composed of three layers of notes:

Top Notes: These are the first scents you smell, usually light and refreshing (e.g., citrus, fruity, herbal).
Middle Notes: Also called heart notes, they emerge after the top fades, adding depth (e.g., floral, spicy, green).
Base Notes: The foundation of the fragrance, lasting the longest with rich, warm elements (e.g., musk, vanilla, amber).

2. Fragrance Families

Floral: Romantic and elegant (rose, jasmine, lavender).
Woody: Warm and sophisticated (sandalwood, cedarwood, oud).
Oriental: Exotic and sensual (amber, vanilla, musk).
Fresh: Light and refreshing (citrus, aquatic, green).
Fruity & Gourmand: Sweet and playful (peach, caramel, chocolate).

At Essensia, we offer a variety of fragrances inspired by these categories. Explore our collection to find your perfect match!