Green

Spearmint smells like biting into a fresh mint leaf, but gentler and sweeter than peppermint's sharp bite. Imagine the cool, herbaceous green of a garden after rain, with an almost creamy sweetness underneath—rather like the flavour of chewing gum or toothpaste, but as a pure scent. It's crisp and invigorating, with a slightly waxy, almost candied quality that feels both refreshing and approachable. The aroma is bright without being aggressive, making it smell surprisingly pleasant and sophisticated when used thoughtfully in perfume.

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.