EXPLORE BY NOTE
How Scent Notes Work
Every fragrance has a journey, kind of like a song. Some notes introduce themselves right away, others shape the heart of the scent, and a few linger long after. Understanding those layers makes it easier to create a blend that feels balanced and completely your own.
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MIDDLE
BOTTOM
What you notice first. Bright, fresh notes that introduce the fragrance. Typically the most prominent on the cold throw of a candle.
The heart of the blend. These notes give a fragrance its character and personality. Typically most prominent on the hot throw of a candle.
The foundation. Richer notes that add warmth, depth, and staying power.
Lavender
Soft · Herbal · Calming
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Lavender is fresh, aromatic, and softly floral with an herbal edge. It can make a blend feel calming and familiar, or take on a cleaner, brighter personality depending on what you pair it with.
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ROLE IN A BLEND
Middle Note
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PAIRS WELL WITH
Vanilla · Bergamot · Eucalyptus · Sandalwood
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TRY IT WHEN YOU WANT
Soft + Relaxing · Fresh + Clean · Floral + Romantic
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BUILD WITH LAVENDER →
Sandalwood
Warm · Creamy · Woody
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Sandalwood is smooth, warm, and softly woody. It gives a fragrance depth without feeling too heavy and works beautifully as the grounding layer underneath florals, citrus, herbs, and sweeter notes.
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ROLE IN A BLEND
Bottom Note
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PAIRS WELL WITH
Vanilla · Rose · Bergamot · Lavender
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TRY IT WHEN YOU WANT
Warm + Grounded · Soft + Relaxing · Floral + Romantic
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BUILD WITH SANDALWOOD →
Vanilla
Warm · Smooth · Softly Sweet
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Vanilla brings warmth and softness to a fragrance. Its creamy sweetness can round out brighter notes, soften florals, and add a cozy finish without needing to make the entire blend smell sugary.
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ROLE IN A BLEND
Bottom Note
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PAIRS WELL WITH
Lavender · Sandalwood · Rose · Bergamot
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TRY IT WHEN YOU WANT
Warm + Grounded · Soft + Relaxing · Floral + Romantic
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BUILD WITH VANILLA →​
Rose
Soft · Floral · Romantic
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Rose is unmistakably floral, but it doesn’t have to feel overly traditional. Depending on the blend, it can feel soft and romantic, fresh and botanical, or deeper and more sophisticated.
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ROLE IN A BLEND
Middle Note
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PAIRS WELL WITH
Sandalwood · Bergamot · Vanilla · Lavender
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TRY IT WHEN YOU WANT
Floral + Romantic · Soft + Relaxing · Bright + Uplifting
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BUILD WITH ROSE →
Bergamot
Bright · Citrusy · Slightly Floral
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Bergamot is fresh and citrusy with a softer, more aromatic character than a straightforward lemon note. It brings lift and brightness to a blend while pairing easily with florals, herbs, and warm woods.
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ROLE IN A BLEND
Top Note
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PAIRS WELL WITH
Lavender · Sandalwood · Rose · Eucalyptus
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TRY IT WHEN YOU WANT
Bright + Uplifting · Fresh + Clean · Floral + Romantic
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BUILD WITH BERGAMOT →
Eucalyptus
Fresh · Herbal · Clean
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Eucalyptus is crisp, aromatic, and unmistakably fresh. It adds a cooling herbal quality to a blend and works well when you want fragrance to feel clean, airy, and a little more energizing.
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ROLE IN A BLEND
Top Note
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PAIRS WELL WITH
Lavender · Bergamot · Rosemary · Sandalwood
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TRY IT WHEN YOU WANT
Fresh + Clean · Bright + Uplifting · Soft + Relaxing
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BUILD WITH EUCALYPTUS →
Start With a Blend
Not sure where to begin? Try one of these popular scent combinations.
LAVENDER + VANILLA
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A soft lavender and vanilla scent blend with calming herbal notes, smooth sweetness, and a warm, comforting finish.
GREEN FIG, SWEET ORANGE + TEAKWOOD
A layered green fig, sweet orange, and teakwood fragrance blending fresh greenery and bright citrus with warm, grounded woods.
ROSE + SANTAL
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A modern rose and santal fragrance with soft florals, creamy woods, and a warm, sophisticated finish.
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EUCALYPTUS + LEMON
A fresh eucalyptus and lemon scent blend with crisp herbal notes, bright citrus, and a clean, uplifting finish.
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