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Fragrances intended for night-time usage are very deep, loud, sultry and heavy. The lack of humidity & the fall in temperature makes such perfumes project, revealing notes otherwise impossible to notice in day-time. 

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Fragrances intended for day-time usage tend to be light, fresh and airy. The warmth of day paired with the aura of the sun aids in opening up each individual note. Creating a distinctive atmosphere around the wearer.

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Sweet perfumes are self-evident, and dominate a king's share of the olfactory spectrum. These fragrances, largely built on vanilla, are reminiscent of foody smells, specifically sweets and desserts; ranging from the simpler chocolate, fresh cream and caramel smells to complex or more exotic recipes such as macaroons, crème brulée, the ever popular cupcakes and chewy nougat.

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Woody perfumes are often unisex as they appeal to both men and women, so it is no surprise that woody notes are also widely popular. This type of note is very versatile, a classic and sophisticated scent that is easy to wear all day and when blended to perfection can be very long-lasting, aromatic and elegant.

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The powdery fragrance is reminiscent of talc powder, lipstick and vintage cosmetics. Moreover, the origin of this olfactory sub-family comes directly from rice powder. It is one of the oldest beauty secrets in the world. This type of powder is usually obtained from ground grains of rice, comes from Asia and was highly prized by geishas.

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Earthy. This is something about walking in nature, seeing and smelling the trees, pine, cut wood, that balances and centers us. These fragrance oils contain aromas of cedar, wood, amber, musks, oakmoss, sandalwood, patchouli, balsam and other resins.

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As perfumer Alienor Massenet explains, ‘Amber notes are warm, and can evoke liquor. But above all, they give depth and sexiness to a fragrance…’  Such notes have an animalic quality, and is warm, a little powdery – and decidedly erotic.

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Violet is, besides rose, one of the most used note in the perfume industry. When used properly they bring unparalleled elegance to its wearer. The notes of the violet, powerful and intense, are usually found at the middle of the olfactory pyramid of a composition. Violet flowers smell soft, powdery and romantic.

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Vanilla has a creamy, warm, comforting, yet also slightly exotic scent. It’s a gourmand, intertwined with baking and food flavoring, but a good vanilla perfume has more complexity than a simple sugar-cookie or vanilla ice cream type smell. Scientific research has also shown it’s a calming and universally pleasant scent. 

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Something soft, but spice dominated and powdery, anything with cinnamon, cardamon, or nutmeg. Soft spicy flavors are the kind of spicy fragrances that can float anyone's olfactory boat. If you are a fan of spicy fragrances, but do not always prefer the added tinginess, then soft spicy will offer you that pillow to smoothen your landing. 

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In Greek mythology, Iris was a gods’ messenger – a beautiful goddess riding on a rainbow, who travels with the speed of wind all around the world, deep into the sea and even in the underworld. Iris is both floral and woody, with buttery accents and evocative notes of violet. Some even find it has a dry and strawy aspect. The powdery and sensual notes of iris are found in the most sought after perfumes.

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A musky smell might make you close your eyes and smile, or it might make you leave a room. Either way, it's a very strong and sweet odor that's hard to ignore. Musk is a scent that deer secrete to convince a mate to cuddle with them, and so a musky odor often does the same for humans.

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