Concretesolvent extracted waxy substance obtained from botanical materials |
CreamyCreamy—The term "creamy" usually means a rich note that is silky, sensuous and sweet which may derive from soft vanilla, sandalwood, or coconut and sometimes from exotic, lush florals that naturally have nectarous qualities, such as jasmine or frangipani. |
CuminCumin cuminum cyminum |
Destructive Distillationdistillation of materials, seashells, woods or resins, which are intentionally burned, resulting in a material with a smoky, leathery bouquet |
Distillateresults of distillation |
DistillationSeparation of the oil compounds within a botanical material through the use of heated water (see steam distillation, hydro distillation and destructive distillation) |
Dry Downthe final stage of a perfume’s life on the skin; base/bottom notes which have the most tenacity within a perfume composition |
Earthy Notesrefers to notes typified by mossy, moldy, dirty scents, such as patchouli, cepes (mushroom), tree mosses and vetyver |
Eau de Colognesame as Cologne; an essence composition utilizing primarily citrus oils and a high percentage of water; 3 – 5% perfume composition to alcohol and distilled water |
Eau de Parfum8 – 15% perfume composition blend to alcohol; sometimes incorporates less than 5% distilled water or floral hydrosol; second highest concentration of scent to diluent in perfume making |