Perfume Know-How

The Art of Perfume Layering

Perfume layering is nothing short of an art form that is greatly underrepresented and underutilized in the fragrance world. This technique, often used by fragrance enthusiasts and industry professi...

Niche VS Designer: Which Brands Belong To Each Category And Does It Affect My Fragrances?

If you’ve been in the fragrance world long enough, you will learn that not all perfumes are equal. In perfumery, fragrances can be broadly classified into two categories: niche and designer. So wha...

Are Synthetic Fragrance Ingredients Bad?

In the world of fragrances, synthetic ingredients used in fragrances often get a bad rap. Misunderstandings, myths, and fear-mongering have painted synthetics as the bad guys, leading many to belie...

What is Considered an Essential Oil? The Differences Between Various Fragrance Oils, and Comparing Essential Oils, Absolutes, and CO2 Extracts

Perfume creation is both an art and science, where at Scent Journer each ingredient is selected with mindfulness and intention to enhance your sensory experience. Understanding the differences betw...

Perfume Application Tip: Should You Spray Perfume on Your Clothes? What are Pulse Points and Is Perfume on Hair a Good Idea?

Perfume has been a part of human culture for centuries and perfume today has evolved into an art form, geared at allowing for individualistic expression of one’s styles and mood. At Scent Journer, ...

Perfume Discoloration: Uncovering The Science Behind Perfume’s Transformation

Perfumes can come in a rainbow of colors as varied as their scents. Fragrance houses love using clear glass bottles to show off these glistening liquids, largely for the aesthetic. Some enjoy the m...

Amber and Ambergris: Perfume’s Golden Ingredients, What Exactly Are They?

In the world of perfumery, you might see these two terms, Amber and Ambergris, being thrown around a lot. However, despite their very similar names, they represent entirely different substances wit...

Unlocking the Mystery: Why Perfumes Smell Different on Each Person

At Scent Journer, we believe that each fragrance journey is unique, just like the individuals who embark on it.  Everyone has their unique perfume preferences chosen to enhance their personal style...

The Impact of Perfume Bottle Design on Your Fragrance Experience

Perfume bottles come in all shapes and sizes, from roll-on tubes to perfume sprays, made of plastic metal and glass. Oftentimes, the perfume bottle itself is a piece of art, made to add that extra ...