How to choose your perfume?

A perfume water is a composition of three aromatic notes: a top note, a heart note, and a base note. This is referred to as olfactory pyramid. While all of these notes contribute to the creation of a harmony, the heart and base notes are the ones that linger the longest on the skin and clothes throughout the day. When choosing your perfume water, consider your scent preferences. It's worth noting that aromatic notes are divided into several categories, namely:

● The hesperidic notes, which represent the scents of citrus fruits. They are light and volatile, which is why they are used as top notes.

● The green notes, fresh, reminiscent of a spring-like scent. This is the case with essences of violet leaf, petit grain bigarade, etc.

● The fruity notes. Slightly pronounced, they have a delectable scent. These fruity aromas are used as heart notes and are primarily incorporated into women's perfumes.

● The floral notes, as their name suggests, are characterised by the scents of flowers. Common floral notes include essences of jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang, etc. They are also highly valued in women's perfumes.

● The spicy notes, with a potent aroma. They provide a sensation of warmth and are captivating. These notes correspond to the scents of cinnamon, sandalwood, etc. They are often used as base notes in men's eau de parfum, although they are increasingly found in unisex fragrances as well.

● The woody notes whose scent is reminiscent of the essences of wood. They are both powerful and elegant and can be used in the creation of a perfume for both men and women.

● The amber notes. These are warm and captivating scents, combining different odours. They can have a slight floral smell, accompanied by a spicy scent. This is the case with vanilla essence, tonka bean, etc.

Beyond your scent preferences, the choice of a perfume is also influenced by the season.

During the summer, a desire for freshness is generally felt, hence the interest in turning towards light compositions. Prioritise perfumes with citrus notes or those with soft floral scents. For men, spicy perfumes should be avoided, as they provide warmth. Instead, opt for woody essences, which have a vegetal note.

Furthermore, winter provides the opportunity to indulge in intense perfumes. Warm and captivating notes should be favoured, such as floral, amber notes, etc.