Bergamot
Grapefruit
Lemon
Neroli
CREATE YOUR SIGNATURE FRAGANCE
When you wear a fragrance, what you experience is a complex, evolving scent that unfolds over time. But did you know that every fragrance is made up of three main parts known as notes?
- 1. Understand your notes
- 2. Fragrance family
- 3.Scents & Moods
Bergamot
Grapefruit
Lemon
Neroli
Geranium
Lavender
Patchouli
Verveine
Caramel
Chocolate
Maple
Vanilla
Gardenia
Jasmine
Roses
Cedarwood
Oud
Sandalwood
Vetiver
Musk
Leather
Cherry
Green Apple
Kiwi
Pineapple
Mango
Melon
Strawberry
Bergamot
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Citrus
Classic
Strong
Caramel
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Sweet
Mysterious
+ Strong
Cedarwood
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Floral
Charming
High
Cherry
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Floral
Romantic
Low
Chocolat
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Sweet
Sexy
Medium
Gardenia
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Versatile
Floral
Timeless
High
Geranium
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Green
Peaceful
Medium
Green Apple
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Fruity
Bright
Low
Green Tea
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Fruity
Gentle
Low
Jasmine
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Floral
Hypnotic
Medium
Kiwi
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Fruity
Juicy
Low
Lavender
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Green
Tender
Low
Lemon
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Citrus
Energetic
High
Leather
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Oriental
Bold
Medium
Mango
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Fruity
Sensual
Strong
Maple
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Sweet
Aphrodisic
Strong
Melon
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Fruity
Youthful
High
Musk
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Oriental
Magnetic
Medium
Neroli
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Citrus
Distinctive
Low
Oud
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Woody
Powerful
High
Patchouli
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Green
Confident
Medium
Pineapple
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Fruity
Fun
Strong
Roses
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Floral
Elegant
High
Sandalwood
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Woody
Natural
Medium
Strawberry
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Top
Fruity
Authentic
Strong
Vanilla
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Sweet
Comforting
High
Verveine
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Green
Captivating
Medium
Vetiver
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Woody
Alluring
Medium
Tobacco
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Dark
High
Tonka
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Base
Multifacet
Medium
Tuberose
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Enchanting
High
Cinnamon
Note:
Family:
Mood:
Intensity:
Middle
Warm
High
How to Mix Your Own Scent:
Now that you understand how these notes work together, you can try mixing your own scent. When creating a fragrance, you’ll want to balance each layer of notes.
1. Choose Your Base Note. Pick a deep, long-lasting scent, such as sandalwood or vanilla.
2. Add a Middle Note to create a body. You might choose a floral, like jasmine, or a spice, like cinnamon.
3. Finish with a Top Note for a refreshing, lively start to your scent. Try something light, like bergamot or cherry.
Once you’ve layered the notes, let the mixture sit for a couple days. This allows the notes to blend and develop.
Now you know how to combine top, middle, and base notes to create a balanced fragrance that’s uniquely yours. With a little practice, you can craft a signature scent that expresses your personality and style.
“Happy blending!
Creating a unique fragrance is all about experimenting. You might want a fresh and uplifting scent, or something warm and comforting. Adjust the notes based on your preference, and try different combinations to find what suits you best.