CRA-YON's Guide to Finding Your Perfect Perfume
If you're unsure which category of fragrance to go for, start by identifying your favourite scents in other products, such as lotions or candles, and find fragrances that share similar notes.
Perfumes are composed of various notes that work together to create a particular scent. These notes are categorised into different families, each with its own unique characteristics. Understanding the different note families can help you choose a fragrance that suits your preferences...
Citrus Notes
The use of these essential oils as top notes in perfumes is common, as they create the initial scent impression that is immediately noticed upon application. These oils are known to evaporate quickly, which is why they are often blended with other ingredients to produce a more sophisticated and long-lasting aroma.
Woody Notes
The most common sources of woody notes include sandalwood, cedarwood, oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli. These are often combined with ingredients such as citrus, floral, or spicy notes to create a well-rounded and harmonious fragrance.
Aromatic Notes
Their freshness makes them popular with most, and a great choice for an all year round scent.
Ambrée Notes
These fragrances also linger sensually on the skin due to their heavy base notes, which tend to last longer. Popular notes in this family include amber, sandalwood, coumarin, orris, vanilla and cinnamon.