Woody

Cambodian oud smells like the deep interior of an ancient wooden temple—dark, resinous, and profoundly earthy. Imagine aged leather steeped in smoke, with whispers of animalic musk and burnt wood ash. There's a sweetness underneath, almost medicinal, like incense mixed with petrichor after monsoon rains. It's simultaneously warm and slightly austere, with an almost peppery bite that catches in the back of your throat. Not traditionally "pretty," but hypnotically complex and utterly captivating.

Gourmand

Vanilla smells like warmth wrapped in sweetness—imagine the comforting aroma of freshly baked vanilla sponge cake, or a warm bowl of vanilla custard on a winter's evening. It's creamy and soft, almost edible, with subtle woody undertones and a hint of spice that recalls cloves or nutmeg. Pure vanilla is surprisingly complex: it's not aggressively sweet, but rather enveloping, like condensed caramel with a touch of earthy depth. It smells like indulgence and safety simultaneously.