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WHAT IS TOP, MIDDLE & BASE NOTES?

Fragrance Notes


Top Notes
Definition: Initial scents smelled immediately after application.
Characteristics: Light, fresh, and uplifting.
Duration: Lasts 5-15 minutes.
Examples: Citrus (lemon, orange), light florals (lavender).


Middle Notes
Definition: Core of the fragrance, appearing after top notes fade.
Characteristics: Warm and balanced.
Duration: Lasts 20 minutes to an hour.
Examples: Florals (rose, jasmine), spices (cinnamon).


Base Notes
Definition: Final scents that linger longest.
Characteristics: Deep and rich.
Duration: Lasts several hours.
Examples: Woods (sandalwood), resins (frankincense).


These notes create a layered fragrance experience that evolves over time.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FRAGRANCE OIL & ESSENTIAL OIL

Difference Between Fragrance Oils and Essential Oils:
FRAGRANCE OILS


1. Composition:

  • Synthetic: Primarily made from synthetic compounds, although some may include natural ingredients.

  • Blended: Often a combination of synthetic and natural elements.


2. Scent Variety:

  • Wide Range: Can mimic almost any scent, including those not found in nature (e.g., baked goods, fresh laundry).


3.Cost:

  • Typically Cheaper: More affordable due to synthetic production processes.

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4. Use:

  • Versatile: Commonly used in candles, soaps, cosmetics, and home fragrance products.

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5.Longevity:

  • Long-lasting: Often designed to be stable and long-lasting in products.


ESSENTIAL OILS


1. Composition:

  • Natural: Extracted from plants through processes like steam distillation or cold pressing.

  • Pure: Consist of a single botanical source.


2. Scent Variety:

  • Limited to Nature: Scents are limited to those that can be naturally extracted from plants.


3. Cost:

  • Typically More Expensive: Higher cost due to natural extraction methods and the amount of plant material required.


4. Use:

  • Aromatherapy and Therapeutic: Widely used for therapeutic purposes in aromatherapy, skincare, and natural health remedies.


5. Benefits:

  • Therapeutic Properties: Often have natural healing properties (e.g., lavender for relaxation, tea tree for antimicrobial effects).


6. Summary:

  • Fragrance Oils: Synthetic or blended, wide scent variety, cost-effective, used in many commercial products.

  • Essential Oils: Natural, plant-derived, therapeutic properties, more expensive, used for aromatherapy and natural health.

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