Spicy

Chinese ginger smells like biting into the rhizome itself—peppery and slightly hot, with a fresh, almost citrusy brightness underneath. Imagine the tingling warmth you feel on your tongue when eating ginger, but translated into scent: sharp and invigorating, never sweet, with subtle woody and slightly camphoraceous undertones. It's more refined than the kitchen spice; cleaner, more airy, with an almost lemony freshness that makes it feel alive on the skin.

Green

Oakmoss smells like standing in an ancient forest after rain—earthy, slightly bitter, with a dry, woody undertone reminiscent of damp bark and lichen-covered stones. There's a faint greenness to it, almost herbaceous, mixed with something mineral and slightly musty, like opening a wooden chest that's been sealed for years. It's not fresh or sharp; rather, it's contemplative and deeply grounded, with whispers of leather and tea leaves underneath.