How do you recognize fragrance notes and what do they say about you?

Scent is not just a scent - it is the language of emotions, memories and our personal sensibilities. Scented candles, like perfumes, consist of three layers of fragrance: head, heart and base notes. It is their consonance that creates a fragrance you love ... or one that repels you.

What are fragrance notes?

Each fragrance composition consists of three layers:

• Top Notes - is the first impression, perceptible immediately after lighting the candle. Often these are light citrus, fruit or herbal accents. They usually last from 5 to 15 minutes.
• Heart Notes - unfold after the head notes, form the essence of the fragrance and express its emotional depth. They last 20-60 minutes.
• Base notes - is the foundation of the fragrance, often warm, balsamic or woody. They last the longest, even over 6 hours.

All of our candles in Candle World contain information about the fragrance notes and type of fragrance, according to the classification of the fragrance wheel - this makes it easier to find the perfect fragrance for yourself.

Why some scents attract us and others repel us?

• Biological conditions and past experiences.
• Associating scents with emotions (e.g., childhood, first love, grandmother's house).
• Hormonal differences, gender, mood of the day.
• Sometimes we are rejected by a scent that goes to a place we want to displace (interesting psychological!).

How to identify fragrance notes?

The easiest way - by comparison with what you already know. Consider:

• What perfume do you wear every day?
• Do you like fresh fragrances or rather warm and sensual ones?
• Whether the scent of forest, ocean, citrus, vanilla or leather calms you down?

Often, fragrance taste in perfume coincides with the choice of scented candles. If you like perfumes with notes of jasmine and musk - you will probably also like a candle with a similar composition.

What your preferences say about you?

• Citrus and fresh notes - You like clarity, order and energy. You are an active person who needs stimuli. See: Fresh scented candles
• If you choose fruity fragrances - perhaps you value joie de vivre, energy and lightness. See: Fruit scented candles
• Floral and romantic fragrances - you have tenderness, sensuality in you, you value beauty and relationships. See: Floral scented candles
• Herbal and green notes - harmony, nature and balance are important to you. You value peace, space and authenticity. See: Herbal fragrance notes, Botanical fragrance notes
• Woody and oriental accords - you are a grounded, strong, reflective person. You love depth and are not afraid of emotion. It is the choice of deep, mysterious and sensual people. See: Oriental scented candles, Forest scented candles
• Sweet and gourmand - You like pleasure, warmth and sensuality. You are a warm and open-minded person with a strong need for closeness. See: Sweet scented candles
• Sea notes often choose people longing for space and freedom. See: Marine scented candles

Pro tip: Test consciously

Choose a candle, check the scent description and... light it with the intention of. See what you feel - not only with your nose, but also in your body, emotions. It's a practice that teaches mindfulness.

How to choose a fragrance for a shared home?

• Look for "neutral" scents (e.g., cotton, tea, wood)
• Create fragrance zones - living room, bedroom, bathroom can smell different
• Test - small candles or waxes are perfect for trying You can do a scent night and choose together

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Why some scents irritate me and others soothe me?

Each of us has an individual map of smells, encoded in the limbic system - the area of the brain responsible for emotions and memory. Scents can evoke memories or associations that we are not even aware of.

Does the scent of a candle really affect mood?

Yes. It has been proven that fragrances can reduce stress, improve concentration or relaxation. That's why the right candle can change the atmosphere in a room - and in you.

How to choose a fragrance for the house if more people live in it?

It is worth choosing neutral or fresh fragrances - such as tea, herbal, citrus. Avoid intense, smoky or overly sweet notes if you are unsure of the preferences of other household members. Mini candle kits are also great for testing.

Does taste in scented candles coincide with taste in perfume?

In most cases - yes! If you love light, floral perfumes, you'll also like similar notes in candles. This is a good clue when choosing a fragrance for your home.