Fragrance guide to the olfactory family

Imagine a melody… except here, it’s the scents that make up the music.

A fragrance is a harmony of notes chosen to express an emotion, a memory, or a moment in life.

Each bottle tells a story that unfolds on your skin and becomes unique when it comes into contact with your natural scent.

💡 Tip : When you find your scent, it becomes an olfactory signature that discreetly precedes and follows you.

A fragrance evolves like a story in three chapters:

• The prologue (top notes): the first impression, lively and sparkling, which immediately draws you in. Citrus fruits, fresh herbs... they evaporate in a few minutes.
• The heart of the story (heart notes): these reveal the character of the fragrance. Floral, fruity, spicy… they stay with you for several hours.
• The conclusion (base notes): deep, sensual, woody or amber, it is the trace that remains in the memory.

💡 Tip : Take the time to discover a fragrance down to its last notes, because that's often where all its magic lies.

To help you find your way around the world of scents, perfumes are grouped into families:

• Floral : soft and romantic, it evokes a bouquet of freshly cut flowers.
• Oriental / Amber : warm and sensual, with its spices and vanilla.
• Woody : elegant and mysterious, with notes of cedar, sandalwood, vetiver.
• Citrus : fresh and sparkling, like a ray of citrus sunshine.
• Chypre : sophisticated, combining the liveliness of citrus fruits and the depth of mosses.
• Fougere : fresh and aromatic, timeless and often prized by men.

💡 Tip : Identifying the family you like is the first step to finding your ideal fragrance.

The difference lies in the intensity and the hold:

• The fragrance: luxurious and persistent concentration, it stays with you all day long.
• Eau de parfum: intense but lighter than an extract, ideal for marking your presence with elegance.
• Eau de toilette: more discreet, perfect for a fresh everyday scent.
• Eau de Cologne: vibrant and fleeting, to be savored in the moment.

💡 Tip : Adapt the concentration to the season and the occasion to enhance the desired effect.

Choosing a fragrance is a bit like choosing an outfit… but for your soul.

• Always test it on your skin, not just on paper.
• Let it evolve: the first note is just the beginning.
• Trust your emotions — a fragrance must touch you before it can seduce others.

💡 Tip : Daring to break out of your routine often allows you to discover your greatest favorites.

A fragrance can be kept for 3 to 5 years , sometimes longer, if you protect it from light, heat and air.

Fresh notes degrade more quickly than woody or amber notes.

💡 Tip : Keep it in its original box to preserve all its olfactory richness.

A fragrance is worn like an invisible jewel, to be placed on:

• Pulse points: wrists, hollow of the neck, behind the ears.
• Clothes, for a more pronounced trail.
• Never rub your wrists: this breaks the olfactory structure.

💡 Did you know? Well-hydrated skin retains fragrance better.

• Moisturize your skin before application.
• Pair it with matching scented products (shower gel, body lotion).
• Also fragrance your hair and accessories.

💡 Tip : Spray a cloud in front of you and walk through it, for a delicate veil that envelops you.

• Spring/Summer: fresh, floral, fruity scents.
• Autumn / Winter : woody, oriental, amber, gourmet notes.

💡 Tip : Changing your perfume according to the season is like updating your wardrobe — one simple step that makes all the difference.

Yes, more and more.

Many creations are designed to appeal to all genders, and the label "for men" or "for women" is often a marketing tactic. At Parfumerie du Soleil d'Or, we showcase a wide selection of unisex fragrances so you can choose based on emotion, not the label.

💡 Did you know? The main thing is that the fragrance pleases you and enhances your appearance, regardless of its label.