Woody

Canadian hemlock smells crisp, green, and distinctly woody—imagine walking through a cool coniferous forest after rain. There's a sharp, almost peppery freshness reminiscent of crushed needles and bark, layered with subtle earthiness and a faint medicinal quality. It's not sweet; instead, it evokes the austere beauty of evergreen branches, with whispers of camphor and resin that catch in the back of your nose like breathing in mountain air.

Woody

Laotian oud smells like the heart of an ancient forest after rain—deeply resinous and woody, with an animalic warmth that's almost leathery. Imagine dark, aged wood infused with medicinal earth and a subtle sweetness reminiscent of honey or tobacco. It's woody, yes, but with a creamy, almost unctuous quality that clings to your skin. There's a faint funkiness too—organic and earthy—like opening a drawer of aged cedarwood that's been storing precious textiles for decades. Not floral or fresh; this is raw, mature, and profoundly grounding.