How Perfumes Are Made: Notes, Longevity & Sillage Explained
Learn how perfumes are made, what fragrance notes mean, and what affects longevity and projection.
FRAGRANCES ON A BUDGET
1/6/20261 min read
Understanding perfume structure helps you choose scents that actually suit you.
The 3 Layers of Perfume
Top Notes – First impression (fresh, citrusy)
Middle Notes – Main character (floral, spicy)
Base Notes – Longevity (vanilla, musk, woods)
What Affects Longevity
Concentration (EDP lasts longer than EDT)
Skin chemistry
Application areas
Climate and humidity
What Is Sillage?
Sillage refers to how much a fragrance “projects” around you. Strong sillage ≠ better quality—it’s personal preference.
Final Tip
A well-balanced fragrance evolves beautifully over time.