Understanding Fragrance Notes: Top, Heart & Base

June 26, 2026 · Habib Alruh

Every fragrance unfolds in three acts. Top notes are the first impression, fresh and fleeting. Heart notes emerge as the top fades, forming the character of the scent. Base notes are the lasting memory, woods, resins and musks that linger for hours.

Reading a fragrance pyramid helps you predict how a scent will evolve on your skin.