Spicy

Cardamom absolute smells like stepping into a spice market at dawn—warm, almost creamy, with a distinctly aromatic bite that sits somewhere between black pepper and fresh ginger. There's a cooling, slightly medicinal quality beneath the sweetness, reminiscent of eucalyptus or mint, yet utterly distinctive. It's peppery-floral rather than purely spicy, with an almost buttery undertone that suggests comfort and intrigue simultaneously. Imagine the scent clinging to your fingers after crushing green cardamom pods, then adding honey and a whisper of smoke.

Woody

Sandalwood smells like warm, creamy silk wrapped around your skin on a cool evening. Imagine the subtle sweetness of vanilla mixed with a gentle spice—almost peppery—alongside a soft, almost powdery dryness. There's a faint milky quality, like almond paste or coconut cream, but not fruity. It's deeply comforting, never sharp or aggressive; rather, it unfolds slowly, like the smell of an old wooden jewellery box lined with fabric, releasing its aroma only when you lean in close. Grounding and intimate.