Spicy

Green cardamom smells like stepping into a spice bazaar on a crisp morning. Imagine biting into a cardamom pod: there's an immediate cool, almost minty freshness with subtle eucalyptus undertones, followed by warmth—not heat, but a gentle, creamy spiciness reminiscent of freshly ground pepper mixed with a whisper of camphor. It's simultaneously bright and comforting, like the aromatic steam rising from chai tea, with an underlying herbaceous quality that feels alive and slightly peppery on the back of your nose.

Woody

Vetiver smells like freshly turned earth after rainfall, mixed with dry hay and a whisper of smoke. Imagine walking through a sun-baked field where roots and soil still hold morning dew—that's the grounding, slightly dusty quality you'll encounter. There's an almost savoury, mineral-like character, with hints of cedarwood and green tea. It's simultaneously earthy and arid, never sweet, with a faint green-wood quality that feels both calming and deeply natural. Think of it as the scent of resilience and stability in olfactory form.