Citrus

Citrus is the smell of optimism captured in a bottle. Imagine biting into a fresh orange—that initial burst of bright, juicy sweetness mixed with subtle bitterness from the peel. It's sharp and refreshing, almost prickling on your nose, yet simultaneously creamy and warm depending on the specific fruit. Lemon adds zesty tang and clean sharpness; bergamot brings floral honeyed complexity; grapefruit offers tart, slightly bitter sophistication. These notes collectively evoke sunshine, fresh air, and that uplifting moment when you squeeze citrus oil under your fingernail and smell the spray.

Woody

Sandalwood smells like warm, creamy silk wrapped around your skin on a cool evening. Imagine the subtle sweetness of vanilla mixed with a gentle spice—almost peppery—alongside a soft, almost powdery dryness. There's a faint milky quality, like almond paste or coconut cream, but not fruity. It's deeply comforting, never sharp or aggressive; rather, it unfolds slowly, like the smell of an old wooden jewellery box lined with fabric, releasing its aroma only when you lean in close. Grounding and intimate.