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THE ULTIMATE FRAGRANCE GUIDE

Understand fragrance. Discover your signature scent.

A considered guide to fragrance notes, scent families, concentration, longevity and choosing the ideal fragrance for your style and occasion.

Fragrance families

Families describe the overall feeling and direction of a fragrance.

FreshCrisp and airy; ideal for an effortless daily scent.

CitrusBright, zesty and uplifting; perfect for energy and clarity.

FloralPetal-soft or expressive; loved by floral romantics.

FruityJuicy and playful; a lively choice for easy warmth.

WoodyEarthy, polished and confident; suited to refined taste.

AmberWarm, resinous and glowing; ideal for enveloping depth.

SpicyAromatic and warm; for those who enjoy character.

GourmandSweet, creamy and comforting; for dessert-like accords.

AquaticClean, watery and breezy; a refreshing escape.

Top notes

Top notes are the first scents experienced after spraying. They are generally lighter and evaporate faster.

BergamotA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

LemonA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

OrangeA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

GrapefruitA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

AppleA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

LavenderA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

MintA bright opening impression that introduces the fragrance.

Heart notes

Heart notes appear as the fragrance develops and form much of its character, creating the transition from top notes into the lasting base.

RoseA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

JasmineA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

LavenderA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

GeraniumA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

CinnamonA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

CardamomA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

PeachA defining middle layer that gives the composition personality.

Base notes

Base notes create depth and much of a fragrance’s lasting character. The dry-down is the final stage after the opening has faded.

VanillaA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

MuskA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

AmberA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

OudA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

SandalwoodA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

CedarwoodA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

PatchouliA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

Tonka BeanA deep foundation that anchors the fragrance through its dry-down.

Concentration & longevity

Actual longevity varies depending on the fragrance, formulation, skin, climate and application.

Eau FraîcheLight concentration

Eau de Cologne (EDC)Light and refreshing

Eau de Toilette (EDT)Moderate concentration

Eau de Parfum (EDP)Higher concentration

Parfum / ExtraitTypically the most concentrated

Find your signature scent

Use these profiles as a simple starting point when browsing your next fragrance.

Fresh & CleanFresh, crisp and refreshing scents.

Sweet & GourmandVanilla, caramel, chocolate and sweet accords.

Woody & SophisticatedWoods, musk, amber and elegant masculine profiles.

Floral & ElegantRoses, jasmine, white florals and feminine compositions.

Spicy & PowerfulWarm spices, amber and bold fragrances.

Oud & OrientalOud, saffron, incense, amber and rich Middle Eastern-inspired fragrances.

Occasions: Everyday · Office · Date Night · Evening · Special Occasion · Summer · Winter · Gifting

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Extatic Balmain Eau De Toilette Spray By Pierre Balmain

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THE ULTIMATE FRAGRANCE GUIDE

Fragrance families

Top notes

Heart notes

Base notes

Concentration & longevity

Find your signature scent

Fragrance pyramid

Fragrance terminology

Longevity

Projection

Sillage

Dry Down

Accord

Notes