Gourmand

Tonka bean smells like warm vanilla custard swirled with almond cream and a whisper of caramel tobacco. Imagine the sweetness of Madagascar vanilla, but richer and almost spiced—there's a subtle nuttiness underneath, as if someone's stirred in crushed amaretti biscuits and a pinch of cinnamon. It's gourmand without being cloying; the scent wraps around you like cashmere, creamy and comforting rather than sticky-sweet.

Woody

Vetiveryl acetate smells like vetiver's sophisticated cousin—earthier and smoother than raw vetiver root, with less of that dry, dusty character. Imagine the warm, slightly sweet scent of freshly turned garden soil after rain, blended with subtle hints of hay and dried grass. There's a creamy, almost buttery undertone that feels refined rather than rustic. It's grounding without being heavy, woody without the sharp resinous bite you'd get from cedarwood. Think of walking through a botanical garden at dusk.