In fragrance making, scents are often categorized into various olfactory families to help describe and classify the wide array of fragrances available. Here are four prominent categories:
1. Floral
Floral fragrances are characterized by their association with flowers. They are the most popular and widely used category in perfumery. These scents can range from a single floral note (soliflore) to a complex bouquet of multiple flower notes.
Examples: Rose, jasmine, lily, gardenia, violet
Description: Fresh, sweet, romantic, and often powdery
Subcategories: Single floral, floral bouquet, soft floral, floral oriental
2. Oriental
Oriental fragrances are known for their warm, sensual, and exotic scents. They often include spices, resins, and precious woods, creating a rich and opulent aroma.
Examples: Vanilla, amber, musk, incense, cinnamon
Description: Warm, spicy, sweet, and sometimes slightly smoky
Subcategories: Soft oriental, floral oriental, woody oriental, true oriental
3. Woody
Woody fragrances are characterized by their earthy, warm, and dry scent profile. They often evoke the essence of forests and woods, providing a grounding and sophisticated aroma.
Examples: Sandalwood, cedarwood, vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss
Description: Earthy, warm, dry, and sometimes creamy
Subcategories: Woody oriental, mossy woods, dry woods
4. Fresh
Fresh fragrances are light, clean, and often evoke a sense of purity and invigoration. This category includes citrus, green, and aquatic scents, which are known for their vibrant and energizing qualities.
Examples: Lemon, bergamot, green tea, sea breeze, cucumber
Description: Light, airy, clean, and crisp
Subcategories: Citrus, green, water, aromatic
These categories help perfumers and consumers alike to identify and select fragrances that match their preferences and occasions. Each category can further be broken down into subcategories, offering a vast array of scent profiles within each main family.
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