The Hidden Science Behind Perfume Notes: Top, Heart & Base

When you spray a perfume, what you smell instantly isn’t what will stay with you hours later. That’s because perfumes are designed in layers of notes, a structure that unfolds like a musical symphony.

1. Top Notes (The First Impression)

These are the scents you smell immediately after application. They’re usually fresh, light, and evaporate quickly. Common examples include citrus, herbs, and fruity accords.

2. Heart Notes (The Personality)

As the top notes fade, the heart (or middle) notes emerge. They define the fragrance’s main character and often consist of florals, spices, or green accords.

3. Base Notes (The Memory)

These are the longest-lasting elements of a perfume, often made of woods, musks, vanilla, or amber. They add depth and ensure the fragrance lingers for hours.

Why This Matters?

Understanding perfume notes helps you choose fragrances that fit your style and last the way you want them to. For example, a perfume with a strong base of sandalwood and amber will be warmer and more enduring compared to one with a citrus-heavy base.

At A&A DELUXE Scents, we craft perfumes where every note plays a role in telling your story.