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The perfume pyramid – the structure of a perfume with top note, middle note and base note

Anyone who wants not only to enjoy a perfume but would also like to understand its core, needs to know what the perfume pyramid is. Perfumers use this term to designate the three phases in which perfume develops its effect. Maybe you’ve already noticed yourself that the fragrance of a perfume changes over time. It smells different straight after application than it does a few hours later. You’ll learn why this happens in this article.

09 November 2023

Fougère What’s really behind this fragrance family with the beautiful name?

Fougère fragrances have been fascinating people all over the world for more than a century. That’s because this woody-earthy fragrance category is filled of olfactory delights and celebrates its own diversity. Do you adore complex and multifaceted compositions? Then a fougère perfume will be an elegant and independent addition to your fragrance collection. Sound exciting? Then join us on our quest to unravel the myth of fougère.

20 June 2024

Gourmand Fragrances – discover the olfactory gourmand in you

Gourmand fragrances are creamy, with wonderful aromas of caramel, roasted almonds or cocoa with marshmallows. When they come into contact with the skin they develop an irresistibly sweet aroma that you would otherwise only experience on a visit to the patisserie. Yet this fragrance family has more to offer than just sweet, dessert-like aromas. Perhaps you’ve already tried them out, or maybe this is your first encounter. In case you’ve ever asked yourself what a gourmand fragrance really is, here’s the answer

11 June 2024