Fragrance Note Glossary

deepen your understanding of scent with our fragrance note glossary. discover the origins, nuances, and profiles of the notes that describe fragrances. get ready to elevate your candle scent game and impress your friends (maybe?) with your newfound knowledge!

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earth

Description: mossy, damp, musky, peppery, minerality, green Olfactive Profile: The aroma of earth can be described as musky, damp, peppery, and slightly sweet, with mineral-rich tones and mossy, green qualities.  Facts: The scent of the earth has been found to have a calming effect on humans, and researchers have suggested that this may be due to the presence of geosmin, a chemical compound produced by soil-dwelling bacteria that gives the earth its distinctive smell. Geosmin is also responsible for the earthy taste of beets and some other vegetables.

Candles with Earth:

embers

Description: smoky, woody, warm, dry Olfactive Profile: Smoky and resinous, exuding the woody smoldering warmth of glimmering coals Facts: Embers are the small pieces of glowing, burning coal or wood in a dying fire. They are also known as "firebrands."

Candles with Embers:

eucalyptus

Description:

green, aromatic, woody, forest, sharp, mint, honey, citrus, airy

Olfactive Profile: Fresh and herbal, a camphoric note with a sticky resinous bottom effect.

Facts:

The eucalyptus tree is native to Australia, and are the primary food source of the koala. Eucalyptus essential oil has been used in Indigenous Australian medicine as an antibacterial and anti-fungal agent for centuries.

Candles with Eucalyptus:

evergreen

Description: green, woody, pine, warm, fresh, crisp, strong Olfactive Profile: Warm, woody, and green, evergreen evokes the outdoor aromas of a forest glen. Facts: An evergreen is a plant with foliage that remains green and functional through more than one growing season.

Candles with Evergreen: