The Glossary
Fragrance Ingredients
Every bottle starts with a handful of extraordinary materials. Here is what they are, where they come from, and why they matter.
Oud (Agarwood)
One of the world's most prized fragrance materials — dark, resinous, and deeply alive.
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Musk
Soft, skin-like warmth that sits close to the body and holds a blend together.
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Amber
Warm, golden warmth — resinous, balsamic, and built to last.
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Rose
The queen of florals — rich, velvety, and never the same twice.
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Sandalwood
Creamy, warm, and endlessly wearable — the base note that pairs with everything.
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Saffron
Golden spice with leathery depth — the luxury ingredient of Arabic and South Asian perfumery.
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Vanilla
Sweet, warm, and universally comforting — the most beloved base note in the world.
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Bergamot
The bright citrus opener that launches more fragrances than any other top note.
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Jasmine
Intensely floral, heady, and slightly animalic — the most complex white floral.
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Cedar (Cedarwood)
Dry, clean, and woody — the most wearable wood note in the perfumer's palette.
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Vetiver
Smoky, earthy, and rooty depth — the base note for the discerning wearer.
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Patchouli
Rich, dark, and slightly sweet earthiness — the foundation of oriental and chypre perfumery.
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