Floral

Osmanthus smells like honeyed apricots kissed with delicate florality—imagine biting into a ripe stone fruit, then discovering subtle floral whispers underneath. It's softer than jasmine, warmer than gardenia, with a creamy sweetness reminiscent of peach nectar or dried apricot jam. The scent carries an almost indolic quality (similar to white flowers) but remains approachable and comforting, never heavy. Some detect subtle hints of caramel or honey, making it feel both gourmand and elegantly floral simultaneously.

Gourmand

Vanilla smells like warmth wrapped in sweetness—imagine the comforting aroma of freshly baked vanilla sponge cake, or a warm bowl of vanilla custard on a winter's evening. It's creamy and soft, almost edible, with subtle woody undertones and a hint of spice that recalls cloves or nutmeg. Pure vanilla is surprisingly complex: it's not aggressively sweet, but rather enveloping, like condensed caramel with a touch of earthy depth. It smells like indulgence and safety simultaneously.