Spicy

Marjoram smells like the dried herb you'd sprinkle on roasted vegetables, yet more refined. Imagine crumbling sun-warmed oregano between your fingers—that's the herbaceous warmth—but soften it with whispers of pepper, subtle sweetness, and an almost minty coolness. There's a gentle spiciness that doesn't bite; rather, it wraps around you like a kitchen filled with Mediterranean cooking. It's simultaneously earthy and slightly peppery, with a faint woody undertone that grounds everything into something comforting rather than harsh.

Woody

Woody notes smell like the heart of a forest distilled into essence. Imagine the warm, dry interior of a cedar wardrobe, the earthy grip of tree bark after rain, or the comforting scent of aged timber in an old library. They're neither sweet nor sharp—rather, they're grounding and substantial, with a slightly resinous, almost creaky quality. Think of pencil shavings, sandalwood's buttery softness, or the austere dryness of vetiver. These notes smell like nature's architecture: solid, enduring, and deeply familiar.