The 4 Basic Candle Scent Types You Need To Know
Candle scents are grouped into 4 distinct categories – Fresh, Floral, Woody and Oriental.
Each candle has a fragrance blend that is a harmony of top, middle and base notes. Top notes are what you smell first when enjoying a candle before the middle notes are revealed. As the candle burns, the base notes gradually come to light. Even though fragrance notes from a candle may belong to different scent categories, there is usually a dominant aroma in a candle which determines how the candle is ultimately classified.
Fresh
Fresh fragrances feature splashes of bright citrus, grassy green notes and aquatic aromas. They are bright, refreshing, exuberant and are cheerful mood lifters.
Examples of fresh notes include
- Eucalyptus
- Lemon
- Orange
- Bergamot
- Grapefruit
- Mint
- Coconut
- Ocean
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Floral
Floral fragrances are inspired by the nature. These delicate notes can be mild or intense and blossoms into a romantic bouquet of exquisite olfactory experience.
Examples of floral notes include
- Lavender
- Rose
- Jasmine
- Ylang-ylang
- Frangipani
- Peony
- Camelia
- Orange Blossom
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Woody
Woody fragrances are drawn from trees and roots. They feature a rich, warm, earthy and intense body, and generally have a masculine edge to them.
Examples of woody notes include
- Sandalwood
- Vetiver
- Patchouli
- Pine
- Tobacco
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Oriental
Oriental fragrances are highly aromatic notes with an exotic origin. Usually tinged with a hint of spice, these warm scents are sensual and adored for use in the evening.
Examples of oriental notes include
- Cinnamon
- Moroccan Spice
- Vanilla
- Musk
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