Navigate the world of perfumery with confidence using our guide to essential terminology.

Accord

A combination of two or more notes that blends to create a distinct scent effect. Our recommendation engine analyzes these to find your perfect match.

Chypre

A fragrance family characterized by citrus top notes, a floral heart, and a mossy, woody base. Explore Chypre fragrances in our directory.

Dry Down

The final phase of a fragrance after the top and heart notes have evaporated. Learn more about the Scent Pyramid.

Gourmand

Fragrances featuring edible-smelling notes like vanilla, chocolate, or caramel. Browse Gourmand scents.

Longevity

How long a fragrance remains perceptible on the skin. Dictated by its concentration level.

Projection

The distance at which a fragrance can be smelled by others. Often higher in Eau de Toilette versions.

Sillage

The trail of scent left behind by a person wearing fragrance. A key metric in our performance analysis.

Flanker

A variation of an existing successful perfume. Search for icons and their variations in our Brand Index.