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Classic Citrus and Eau de Colognes are light and refreshing, but don´t last very long; the base notes help the aroma to linger a bit longer. They include Herbal, Aromatic, Woody, and sometimes Floral notes. Here are some possibilities for this perfume:

Top Notes

Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Sweet Orange, Petitgrain

Middle Notes

Basil, Clary Sage, Rosemary, Thyme

Base Notes

Benzoin, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver

Floral perfumes can be soft, spicy, powdery, or sweet, depending on the materials used. Because these perfumes are botanical, it's recommended not to mix too many florals together so their scents don't get lost and the perfume doesn´t get heavy. One or two floral notes should be enough to create a beautiful perfume. Some possibilities for this perfume are:

Top Notes

Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Pink Pepper, Neroli, Petitgrain

Middle Notes 

Clove Bud, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Rose, Ylang Ylang.

Base Notes

Benzoin, Patchouli, Rock Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver

These are warm, earthy, grounding, and rich. Notes used for this perfume can be Woody, Resin, Floral, Spicy, Aromatic, and Fresh. Possible notes for this perfume are:

Top Notes

Balsam Fir, Bergamot, Black Sruce, Lavender, Lemon

Middle Notes

Cardamom, Cedarwood, Cypress, Jasmine, Juniper, Nutmeg, Palo Santo, Rose

Base Notes

Benzoin, Patchouli, Rock Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver

These are warm, intense, sensual, and rich. They can be exotic and musky, and may combine Spicy, Woody, Floral, Resinous, or Ambery notes. Possible notes for this perfume are:

Top Notes

Bergamot, Coriander, Grapefruit, Mandarin, Pink Pepper 

Middle Notes

Cardamon, Clove Bud, Ginger, Jasmine, Nutmeg, Rose, Ylang Ylang

Base Notes

Benzoin, Frankincense, Patchouli, Rock Rose, Sandalwood

Chypre is the French word for Cyprus. The island was famous for its aromatic trade for many centuries. This perfume is known for its elegant contrast between fresh and warm, earthy notes. This perfume can be rich and complex, combining Citrus top notes, usually Bergamot, Floral middle notes such as Rose and Jasmine, and Woody and Mossy base notes such as Oakmoss, Patchouli, Musk, and Vetiver. Possibilities are:

Top Notes

Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Sweet Orange

Middle Notes

Geranium, Jasmine, Rose

Base Notes

Benzoin, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Rock Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver

These fragrances used to be considered more masculine, but are now more modern and unisex. The word means "fern-like" in French, and they are a combination of Herbal and Earthy notes, but it can also incorporate Citrus, Woody, Spicy, and Floral notes. The scent is fresh and herbal, and the dry-down is warm, mossy, and woody. Key components are Tonka Bean absolute, Lavender and Oakmoss. Possible notes are:

Top Notes

Bergamot, Cedarwood, Lavender

Middle Notes

Clary Sage, Fir Balsam, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender Absolute, Rosemary, Thyme

Base Notes

Oakmoss, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vetiver.  

These oils can be refreshing and uplifting, helping to balance stress and anxiety. They blend well with other Citrus oils, Spicy, Floral, and Woody families.

These oils are often described as feminine and romantic, and are the heart of the perfume. They can be light and fresh or rich and complex. They evoke sensuality, upliftment, and comfort. They blend well with other Florals, Citrus, Woody, Spice, and Resinous families. 

These oils are invigorating and smell fresh, green, like herbs and fresh leaves. They are encouraging, grounding, and promote positivity. They blend well with other Herbal essential oils, Woodies, Citrus, and Floral families.

These oils are warm, fresh, exotic, and energizing. They can assist in motivation and change. They blend well with other Spicy oils, Floral, Woody, Citrus, and Balsamic families.

These essential oils are often deep, rich, warm, and smoky, and they are long-lasting. They are very grounding and promote emotional balance, peace, and comfort. They blend well with other Balsamic oils, Floral, Citrus, Woody, and Spicy families.

These oils smell like forests and damp soil. Their scents are described as more masculine, musky, and sensual. They are uplifting, grounding, and help with a sense of strength and security. They blend well with other Woodies, Citrus, Floral, Spicy, Aromatic, and Resinous families. 

These are the first impression, the first ones we smell and the first ones to dissipate in the air and skin. They can be light, fresh, and sharp. 

As the name implies, these are the heart of the perfume, composing the main feeling of the fragrance. The aroma lingers longer than the top notes. 

These form the last impression of the perfume and are the ones to last longer on the skin, their molecules being the heaviest to dissipate. They compose the foundation of the perfume, adding depth.

CITRUS

Bergamot - Refreshing, very uplifting, and bright. Adds a rich top note. It blends well with pretty much everything. Encourages joy and balance.

Grapefruit - Light, refreshing, and uplifting.  Encourages playfulness, joy and confidence.

Lemon - Bright, fresh, sweet and sparkling. Encourages clarity, direction and joy.

Mandarin - Soft, green, sweet, tangy and fresh. Encourages inspiration and tranquility.

Sweet Orange - Sweet and tangy. Encourages joy, upliftment, creativity and self-confidence.

FLORAL

Lavender - Fresh with a sweet herbal aroma. Encourages balance, calmness, and nurturing.

Neroli - Orange blossom aroma, very uplifting, wonderful floral-citrus aroma. Encourages joy, peace and understanding.

Petitgrain - Uplifting, fresh, citrus aroma, and lightly floral. Encourages harmony and joy.

HERBAL

Lavender - Fresh, sweet, herbaceous. Encourages balance, calmness, and nurturing. 

SPICY

Coriander Seed - Fresh, warm and sweet.  Encourages motivation, optimism and enthusiasm.

Nutmeg - Spicy, warm, and sweet. Encourages stillness and comfort.

Pink Peppercorn - Fresh, warm, spicy, sweet, slightly smoky. Encourages change and fearlessness. 

WOODY/EARTHY/CONIFEROUS

Balsam Fir - Pine forest aroma, vibrant and balsamic.  Encourages grounding, clarity and strength. 

Black Spruce - Warm, woody, forest scent. Encourages clarity and grounding.

Rosewood Leaf - Fresh, aromatic, green-woody with rosy notes. Encourages spiritual healing and upliftment.  

CITRUS

Litsea Cubeba/May Chang - Fresh, green, sweet, lemony aroma. Encourages peace and upliftment.

FLORAL

Geranium - Sweet, green with a rosy aroma. Encourages tranquility and the feeling of being soothed and cushioned. 

Jasmine - Floral aroma family. Rich, sweet, floral and sensual. Encourages upliftment, awareness and inspiration. 

Lavender Absolute - Sweet, smooth and herbal-lavender aroma. Encourages security, comfort and emotional balance. 

Rose Absolute - Rich, sweet and deep.  Encourages love and sensuality. 

Ylang Ylang - Sweet, strong, floral with a woody note.  Encourages self-confidence, sensuality and joy. 

HERBAL

Basil - Sweet, fresh,  herbaceous scent with a balsamic note. Encourages positivity, stimulation and concentration. 

Clary Sage - Intense and sweet. Encourages confidence, grounding and restoration.  

Rosemary - Fresh, green, peppery notes. Encourages confidence, clarity and concentration.

Thyme - Fresh, green with soft woody notes. Encourages balance, courage and emotional support. 

SPICY

Cardamom - Rich, warm, aromatic, sweet and woody. Encourages mental clarity, confidence and courage.

Clove Bud - Rich, warm, sweet, spicy and woody notes. Encourages stimulation, inspiration and confidence.

Ginger - Sweet, spicy, warm, fresh and woody. Encourages warmth, motivation, courage and empathy. 

Nutmeg - Light, fresh, warm, and spicy. Encourages calmness, peace and stillness.

WOODY/EARTHY

Cedarwood - Sweet-woody aroma, dry and warm. Encourages strength, focus and balance.

Cypress - Fresh, woody, smoky and resinous. Encourages confidence, comfort, wisdom and stability.

Juniper Berry - Fresh, woody with pine notes. Encourages cleansing and vitality. 

Palo Santo - Smoky, warm and woody. Encourages serenity and stability as well as a connection to Earth. 

AROMATIC

Tonka Bean - Also part of the Gourmand family, it has a rich, caramel-like, and sweet aroma of fresh mown hay, with warm, herbal notes. Encourages grounding, sensuality, comfort, and calmness. 

BALSAMIC/RESINOUS/AMBERY

Benzoin - Vanilla-like aroma, sweet, warm, and powdery. Encourages peace and comfort.

Frankincense - Sweet, balsamic, slightly spicy. Encourages tranquility and emotional stability. 

Rock Rose/Cistus - Rich, deep, powerful, warm, and sweet with musky/animalic notes.  Encourages joy and balance. 

WOODY/EARTHY

Oakmoss - Dry, earthy, rich notes of moss, and damp earth. Deep and mysterious. Encourages grounding, tranquility, and connection with nature. 

Patchouli - Rich, intense, smoky, sweet-herbaceous. Encourages sensuality and stimulation.

Sandalwood - Rich, sweet, creamy, with some musky notes. Encourages serenity and wisdom.

Vetiver - Deep, slightly sweet, earthy with smoky notes. Encourages grounding, growth and self-esteem.