Understanding Ingredients
Aldehydic
Scent: Bright, soapy, metallic with hints of citrus or wax
Mood: Clean, modern, abstract
Pairs Well With: Floral (Jasmine, Rose), Citrus, Woods
Amber
Scent: Warm, sweet, resinous with a powdery depth
Mood: Sensual, cozy, mysterious
Pairs Well With: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Incense
Apple
Scent: Crisp, juicy, slightly tart
Mood: Playful, fresh, youthful
Pairs Well With: Cinnamon, Clove, Green Leaves
Bergamot
Scent: Citrusy with a hint of floral and spice
Mood: Uplifting, elegant, energizing
Pairs Well With: Lavender, Jasmine, Amber, Tea
Camphor
Scent: Penetrating, medicinal, minty-cold
Mood: Stimulating, awakening, purifying
Pairs Well With: Eucalyptus, Mint, Pine, Sage
Cedar
Scent: Dry, woody, pencil-shavings, slightly smoky
Mood: Grounding, nostalgic, confident
Pairs Well With: Incense, Moss, Amber
Chamomile
Scent: Soft, herbal, apple-like, sweet-earthy
Mood: Soothing, nurturing, restful
Pairs Well With: Lavender, Green Tea, Bergamot
Cinnamon
Scent: Spicy, sweet, warm
Mood: Inviting, seductive, energizing
Pairs Well With: Apple, Clove, Amber, Vanilla
Citrus
Scent: Bright, zesty, acidic-fresh
Mood: Clean, happy, refreshing
Pairs Well With: Green Notes, Herbs, Floral, Woods
Clove
Scent: Sharp, spicy, smoky-sweet
Mood: Intense, warm, nostalgic
Pairs Well With: Cinnamon, Orange, Incense
Cranberry
Scent: Tart, juicy, slightly floral
Mood: Bright, flirty, festive
Pairs Well With: Apple, Spice, White Woods
Creamy White Copal Resin
Scent: Sweet, creamy, lightly balsamic with citrus-resin undertones
Mood: Sacred, peaceful, spiritual
Pairs Well With: Incense, Palo Santo, Sandalwood
Cypress
Scent: Fresh, green, resinous
Mood: Meditative, forested, masculine
Pairs Well With: Juniper, Sage, Pine
Earth
Scent: Damp soil, mineral, mossy
Mood: Rooted, introspective, primal
Pairs Well With: Mushroom, Patchouli, Moss
Eucalyptus
Scent: Sharp, minty, cool
Mood: Cleansing, energizing, crisp
Pairs Well With: Mint, Camphor, Lemon
Grapefruit
Scent: Bitter-sweet citrus, zesty
Mood: Joyful, bright, invigorating
Pairs Well With: Ginger, Mint, Yuzu, Wood
Green Leaves
Scent: Dewy, vegetal, slightly bitter
Mood: Fresh, clean, botanical
Pairs Well With: Tomato Leaf, Citrus, Tea
Incense
Scent: Smoky, resinous, deep
Mood: Mystical, grounding, introspective
Pairs Well With: Woods, Amber, Copal, Patchouli
Jasmine
Scent: Sweet, exotic, narcotic floral
Mood: Sensual, romantic, dreamy
Pairs Well With: Amber, Sandalwood, Green Notes
Juniper
Scent: Piney, dry, gin-like
Mood: Clean, crisp, foresty
Pairs Well With: Cypress, Citrus, Pepper
Lavender
Scent: Herbal, sweet, floral-powdery
Mood: Calming, balancing, nostalgic
Pairs Well With: Bergamot, Sage, Vanilla
Lemon Peel
Scent: Bright, tangy, lightly bitter
Mood: Sparkling, clean, uplifting
Pairs Well With: White Tea, Eucalyptus, Thyme
Mandarin
Scent: Soft citrus, slightly sweet and creamy
Mood: Comforting, playful, serene
Pairs Well With: Jasmine, Vanilla, Yuzu
Mint
Scent: Cool, green, sharp
Mood: Refreshing, stimulating, alert
Pairs Well With: Eucalyptus, Chocolate, Citrus
Moss
Scent: Damp forest, green, woody-earthy
Mood: Mysterious, masculine, grounding
Pairs Well With: Amber, Wood, Mushroom
Mushroom
Scent: Earthy, damp, savory
Mood: Moody, rich, natural
Pairs Well With: Patchouli, Moss, Earth
Orange Peel
Scent: Sweet, juicy, tangy
Mood: Cheerful, clean, sunlit
Pairs Well With: Cinnamon, Clove, Vanilla
Ozone
Scent: Airy, aquatic, metallic
Mood: Clean, open, futuristic
Pairs Well With: Sea Salt, White Tea, Green Leaves
Palo Santo
Scent: Woody, citrusy, smoky-resinous
Mood: Sacred, tranquil, cleansing
Pairs Well With: Copal, Incense, Cedar
Passionfruit
Scent: Tropical, tart-sweet, juicy
Mood: Vibrant, sexy, exotic
Pairs Well With: Mango, Sugar, Jasmine
Patchouli
Scent: Earthy, musky, herbal with depth
Mood: Sensual, bohemian, grounding
Pairs Well With: Incense, Vanilla, Amber
Pear
Scent: Juicy, soft, floral-fruity
Mood: Feminine, light-hearted, comforting
Pairs Well With: White Tea, Apple, Vanilla
Peppermint
Scent: Sharp, clean, icy-sweet
Mood: Stimulating, refreshing, crisp
Pairs Well With: Chocolate, Pine, Eucalyptus
Pine
Scent: Forest-fresh, balsamic, green
Mood: Invigorating, nostalgic, clean
Pairs Well With: Eucalyptus, Citrus, Wood
Rose
Scent: Floral, romantic, powdery
Mood: Tender, sensual, timeless
Pairs Well With: Oud, Patchouli, Amber
Sage
Scent: Herbaceous, dry, slightly peppery
Mood: Cleansing, mystical, contemplative
Pairs Well With: Lavender, Cedar, Citrus
Sandalwood
Scent: Creamy, warm, soft-woody
Mood: Peaceful, seductive, spiritual
Pairs Well With: Jasmine, Amber, Copal
Sea Salt
Scent: Briny, mineral, clean
Mood: Free-spirited, breezy, aquatic
Pairs Well With: Ozone, Citrus, Driftwood
Soft Amber Woods
Scent: Smooth, sweet-woody, powdery
Mood: Cozy, elegant, grounding
Pairs Well With: Musk, Vanilla, Citrus
Sparkling Bergamot
Scent: Bright citrus with bubbly effervescence
Mood: Lively, joyful, crisp
Pairs Well With: Tea, Jasmine, Amber
Spice
Scent: Warm, aromatic blend of cloves, nutmeg, etc.
Mood: Festive, rich, cozy
Pairs Well With: Apple, Wood, Creamy Notes
Sugar
Scent: Sweet, caramelized, syrupy
Mood: Youthful, indulgent, flirty
Pairs Well With: Fruits, Vanilla, Musk
Thyme
Scent: Herbal, green, dry
Mood: Fresh, rustic, energizing
Pairs Well With: Lemon, Sage, Lavender
Tomato Leaf
Scent: Sharp green, vegetal, tangy-earthy
Mood: Clean, garden-fresh, eccentric
Pairs Well With: Green Leaves, Citrus, Basil
White Tea
Scent: Subtle floral-green, slightly powdery
Mood: Serene, spa-like, refined
Pairs Well With: Bergamot, Pear, Jasmine
Wood
Scent: Dry, smooth, resinous
Mood: Stable, meditative, grounding
Pairs Well With: Moss, Amber, Incense
Yuzu
Scent: Tart citrus, floral and exotic
Mood: Bright, cool, sophisticated
Pairs Well With: Mint, White Tea, Grapefruit