Identifying the primary notes in a perfume can help you become familiar with what scents you like, ultimately allowing you to find your signature scents. Exploring the primary notes involves getting a better understanding of fragrance families and paying attention to the composition of layers that make up the perfume. Keep on reading to learn about some simple tips to help you identify the primary notes in a perfume:

Fragrance Families: Becoming familiar with the four fragrance families will help you analyse perfumes more efficiently. The main fragrance families are labelled fresh, floral, oriental, and woody. For a more comprehensive breakdown of these fragrance families, visit our home page.

Intention and Focus: Test perfumes directly on clean skin and take a moment to inhale the fragrance deeply. Allow the perfume to evolve and as time goes on, pay attention to the unfolding layers.

Top, Heart, and Base Notes: Perfumes are often composed of top notes, heart notes, and base notes. The burst of scent you smell as soon as you spray consists of top notes. Once the top notes dissipate, the heart notes emerge. The fragrance that lingers the longest consists of base notes. Pay attention to each layer and identify the most apparent notes within them.

By following these tips, you can develop your ability to identify the primary notes in a perfume with ease. Explore our range of KDJ-inspired fragrances and indulge in the artistry of our designer-inspired scents today.