Fragrance oil is an oil-based fragrance product, although it is not a new product form, but in the rapid development of the odor economy, this non-mainstream products have begun to get more attention.
Most eau de parfum uses alcohol as a base because it has no fragrance and is easy to mix with other ingredients, while oils, on the contrary, most oils have an odor and are not easy to mix. "So, sometimes fragrance oils have to counteract the smell of fats, waxes and oils, but some oils don't taste too obvious — like fractionated coconut oil, apricot oil, and nut oil — and they're great for dilution." David Seth Moltz, founder and perfumer of DS & Durga, explains.
Fragrance oil also has many advantages, Moltz believes: "The advantage of oily perfume is that it is not flammable, so it is easy to carry during travel, and alcohol does damage clothes." In addition, I think the way the fragrance oil is rolled is used is a very comfortable experience, its texture is more gentle, and the oil also has a natural moisturizing effect on your skin. "Since fragrance oils are alcohol-free, they are also better suited for sensitive skin.
In terms of the time that many consumers pay attention to the retention of fragrance, fragrance oil will be more persistent than ordinary perfumes due to the higher concentration of fragrance flavors.
Fragrance oil can be classified according to its oil base, such as olive oil, sweet almond oil, apricot oil, fractionated coconut oil and sunflower oil, etc., and can also be divided by fragrance type like eau de parfum, such as gourmet notes, floral notes, woody notes, etc.
Using a fragrance oil may result in a richer sensory experience than a fragrance product in the form of a spray. Moltz recommends applying the scent oil to the wrists and neck, then gently patting it on the pulse point to help the scent last longer.
Ultimately, fragrance is an important part of a person's style, whether it's a preference for a blend of multiple fragrances or sticking to your signature fragrance, fragrance is an expression of the individual. The following 10 scented oils from WWD may allow you to find a more innovative and personal way to express yourself.
As a truly niche classic, Kai's fragrance oil has quite a striking fan club, allegedly even including Oprah. Kai's founder, Gaye Straza, created this fragrance in 1999 to capture the scent of her childhood vacation in Hawaii, and it's been so popular since its launch that a blend of cedar oil, clove leaf oil, geranium oil and rose net oil makes it feel like a dreamy island.
DS & Durga has gained a loyal following for its truly unique fragrance products, and the brand's I Don't Know What fragrance oil is one of them. "It's our best-selling fragrance," says Moltz, "and I carry it everywhere, and it mixes and stacks well with all the other fragrances." "This pocket fragrance can be used alone or as a fragrance enhancer, in conjunction with any fragrance type. Its top notes are bergamot, the heart notes are longswordone and vetiver acetate, and the back notes are lynx ketone, fenmei sandalwood and Swiss flavors.
If you want to energize yourself, this product from Aromatherapy Associates is a great option. Harnessing the power of aromatherapy, this fragrance oil is infused with essential oils of pink grapefruit, rosemary and juniper nuts, so you can use it any time you need to rejuvenate.
A floral fragrance that captures childhood memories of one of the brand's founders, Yves Coueslant, it is inspired by tuberose sprinkled in water and used as a temple offering, with a top note of Moroccan orange blossom and white rosin, a heart of tuberose, Moroccan iris, Turkish rose and Egyptian jasmine, and a tail of amber wood, benzoin and white musk. This ball-and-bead fragrance also comes with a velvet pouch, perfect for use on the go.
This much-loved neutral fragrance is also available in the form of a fragrance oil. Gypsy Water Fragrance Blends fresh and woody notes that are intoxicating like improvisations over a campfire and pine forest. Because of its unique and addictive scent of bergamot, amber and vanilla, it can be called one of the best fragrance oils.
When you want to make your proud statement, this fragrance oil will meet your needs. Gucci's Alchemist's Garden Flower Kiss Fragrance Oil smells as good as it looks, specially concocted for Gucci by master perfumer Alberto Morillas, with the romantic aroma of iris petals and musk filled with apothecary-style glass jars.
This scented oil can take you to India's lsuh jasmine fields in no time, with red berries, bergamot and pink pepper making up the classic floral notes. The baobab base oil it uses moisturizes the skin while emitting a fragrance that lasts for hours .
When you use this product, you can feel as if you are on a tropical vacation, enjoying fruity rum with a small umbrella. Like a perfectly blended wine, this warm and spicy oil-based fragrance boasts bergamot and plum top notes, traditional Caribbean rum and leather heart notes, and end notes of amber, patchouli and milk.
The history of Maison Louis Marie dates back to 1792 and carries on the legacy of Louis Marie Aubert du Petit Thouars, a pioneer of the French plant world. The brand still follows the tradition of its botanical system to create unique floral fragrances. And this fragrance oil has one of the most popular scents – warm earth and woody, a blend of sandalwood, cedarwood, spicy cinnamon nutmeg blend and vetiver.
Any fragrance lover is sure to have Le Labo's products in their collection. Le Labo Santal 33 is also one of the finest fragrance oils with its excellent hand-blended blends. According to the brand, this neutral fragrance combines cardamom, sandalwood, leather, iris and ambergris ether to mimic "campfires and soft smoke", while it's based on safflower oil for sensitive skin. WWD
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