Marcy's Fragrance & Skincare Journal

Amber — warm, sweet, resinous blends built from vanilla, benzoin, and labdanum

Aromatic — herbal, fresh notes like lavender, sage, rosemary, and basil

Aquatic — clean, watery notes inspired by sea breeze, rain, and cool air

Citrus — bright, sparkling notes like lemon, bergamot, mandarin, and grapefruit

Floral — rose, jasmine, lily, peony, and soft petal notes

Fruity — peach, cherry, berries, apple, and juicy sweetness

Gourmand — edible, dessert‑like notes such as vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and almond

Green — fresh leaves, herbs, stems, tea notes, and airy botanicals

Leather — smoky or suede‑like

Accord — a blend of notes that creates a unified scent impression.

Aldehydes — sparkling, airy molecules that add brightness, lift, and a clean shimmer.

Amber — warm, sweet, resinous notes often built from vanilla, benzoin, and labdanum.

Aromatic — herbal, fresh notes like lavender, sage, rosemary, and basil.

Base Notes — the longest‑lasting part of a fragrance, often woods, musks, and resins.

Chypre — a classic structure built on bergamot, oakmoss, patchouli, and labdanum.

Drydown — the final phase of a perfume after the top and heart notes fade.

Flanker — a variation of an existing perfume (e.g., “Intense,” “L’Eau,” “Elixir”).

Gourmand — edible, dessert‑like notes such as vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and almond.

Heart Notes — the middle of the fragrance, usually florals, fruits, and spices.