May 16, 2024
Fragrances captivate and charm, set the mood — and the scene — peppering the memory with olfactory markers so you can forever recall. Of all the products in the beauty world, they are the most magic. But, what truly makes a fragrance stand out? How can some be an immediate signature scent, or new darling of TikTok, while others…just aren’t? Here, we unpack the anatomy of a fragrance and find out exactly what makes them so special.
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The three letters typed (EDP,EDT, Cologne) on a bottle are for more than just aesthetics: they’re the key to the fragrance’s strength, longevity, and character — and that depends significantly on its concentration. The main types include:
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All fragrances are composed of three types of notes (or layers), so let’s get to know them a little better.
Top Notes: These are the initial, light aromas that hit the senses immediately upon application but evaporate quickly. Citrus notes are often found here/
Middle/Heart Notes:These define the fragrance's core character (hence why they’re often referred to as the heart) and appear once the top notes dissipate. The main themes of the fragrance lie here.
Base Notes: These are the final, deeper scents that linger the longest, providing a lasting impression. You’ll often find woods, musks and resins in this category.
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The reason each perfume smells differently on everyone is due to individual body chemistry, temperature, sweat, pH levels in the skin, and even diet. It’s also what the fragrance smells different on the perfume blotters at the fragrance counter: because they're not on the skin. The texture of your skin — whether it’s oily or dry — will also play a part in how your skin interprets fragrance. Bottom line: always test a new fragrance on your skin.
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The quality of ingredients can significantly affect a fragrance's final output, with higher quality materials offering more depth and complexity. A good example of this is Oud - a resin with the reputation of being one of the most expensive ingredients in the world, however because of its depth, it’s used minimally in fragrances (and often as a base not) as a little lasts a long time. This quality also influences how fragrance notes interact and how long they last on the skin.
As for longevity, well not all fragrance notes are created equal; some evaporate faster while others linger. Citrus and floral scents tend to dissipate quickly, while woody or resinous scents have greater staying power. Generally, a well-crafted perfume should maintain its presence for at least several hours after application.
Every fragrance tells a story — and that story is yours. As trends and preferences evolve, so too do the compositions of the fragrances we choose, and what we will naturally gravitate toward, which makes sense: no one is wearing their high school fragrance anymore. And we’ve made finding a new scent even easier with our extensive range of fragrances to suit every mood and moment. Ready to get started? Find your next fragrance here.
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