8 basic fragrances you should know

8 basic fragrances you should know

DO YOU KNOW WHAT AN ‘OLFACTORY SYSTEM’ IS?

We’re not talking about a factory or a machine but about one of the most amazing systems within our own bodies.

The sense of smell has been very crucial for humanity. One can recall numerous memories by just smelling a fruit or a piece of wood or wet soil! It has historically helped us choose the right food to eat and stay away from dangerous materials!

And that’s why we all hate BAD SMELLS!

Each human has a unique preference when it comes to fragrances and we have all come across different types of fragrances throughout our lives. These are the 8 major types of fragrances in the world.

 1.      Oriental

Warm and sensual notes of vanilla, musk, amber etc. are considered as oriental fragrances. They are called oriental because these are some of the oldest fragrances which have been used for centuries.

 2.      Floral

Floral are the most popular and most recognized notes of fragrances – for example: lily, lavender, jasmine, penoy, etc. They are naturally found in flowers and have been used traditionally for a variety of purposes.

 3.      Citrus

Citrus fragrances are characterised by fresh and zesty notes. These are also naturally found in lemon, grapefruit, clementine, and orange. These fragrances provide a comforting and calming effect to the mind.

 4.      Oceanic

Also called ‘Aqua’ fragrances, these are characterized by salty, clean and fresh notes with elements of the marine world. Oceanic fragrances are light and best suited for everyday use.

 5.      Spicy

Spicy fragrances are derived from various plants with essential oils. This category is very diverse with an array of both hot and cold notes. These fragrances are generally very powerful and long lasting.

 6.      Green

Green fragrances are characterized by fresh, crispy and sharp vegetal notes which smell like freshly cut grass or leaves. They induce an energetic and lively feeling. It brings a novel pleasantness and calm state of mind.

 7.      Woody

Woody fragrances are derived from dried wood of different trees. They are characterized by dry and warm aromas which are very earthly and soft. If you can recall the aroma of saw dust or pencil shavings, that’s how woody fragrances are.

 8.      Fruity

Fruity fragrances are the compilation of mid-note, juicy and sweet notes found naturally in fruits. These are also some of the oldest and most sought-after fragrances across the world.

Smellwell’s Citron before-you-go toilet spray has a refreshing and strong citron aroma which brings freshness instantly. The Citron fragrance belongs to the ‘Citrus’ family. On the other hand, Smellwell’s Lavandula before-you-go toilet spray has a soft and dreamy aroma which calms the mind and makes you feel comfortable. The Lavandula fragrance belongs to the ‘Floral’ family of fragrances.

There are tiny sensors at the back of our nasal cavity which are super sensitive. They can pick up nearly 1 Trillion different smells. And every smell leads us to unique feelings and memories. This is why it is important to choose fragrances smartly. It has the power to motivate you and make you feel comfortable. Nobody likes the smell of poop, try 5 sprays of Smellwell instead.