Fragrance Note Glossary
Deepen your understanding of scent with our fragrance note glossary. Discover the origins, nuances, and profiles of the notes that describe fragrances. Get ready to elevate your candle scent game and impress your friends (maybe?) with your newfound knowledge!
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earth
Description:
mossy, damp, musky, peppery, minerality, green
Olfactive Profile:
The aroma of earth can be described as musky, damp, peppery, and slightly sweet, with mineral-rich tones and mossy, green qualities.
Facts:
The scent of the earth has been found to have a calming effect on humans, and researchers have suggested that this may be due to the presence of geosmin, a chemical compound produced by soil-dwelling bacteria that gives the earth its distinctive smell. Geosmin is also responsible for the earthy taste of beets and some other vegetables.
embers
Description:
smoky, woody, warm, dry
Olfactive Profile:
Smoky and resinous, exuding the woody smoldering warmth of glimmering coals
Facts:
Embers are the small pieces of glowing, burning coal or wood in a dying fire. They are also known as "firebrands."
eucalyptus
Description:
green, aromatic, woody, forest, sharp, risemart, mint, honey, citrus, airy
Olfactive Profile:
Fresh and herbal, a camphoric note with a sticky resinous bottom effect.
Facts:
The eucalyptus tree is native to Australia, and are the primary food source of the koala. Eucalyptus essential oil has been used in Indigenous Australian medicine as an antibacterial and anti-fungal agent for centuries.
evergreen
Description:
green, woody, pine, warm, fresh, crisp, strong
Olfactive Profile:
Warm, woody, and green, evergreen evokes the outdoor aromas of a forest glen.
Facts:
An evergreen is a plant with foliage that remains green and functional through more than one growing season.