Ingredient Reference

Explore our comprehensive database of fragrance notes, base oils, and popular mood blends — all grounded in soap-making science.

Showing 44 fragrances

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Lavender

floralmiddle note

"Soft, aromatic, powdery floral with herbal undertones"

calmingaromaticpowderycleanclassic

Mood: Deeply relaxing and stress-relieving. Promotes restful sleep and tranquility.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillapatchoulichamomilerose
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Rose

floralmiddle note

"Rich, romantic, blooming floral with honeyed sweetness"

romanticbloominghoneyedclassicfeminine

Mood: Uplifting and romantic. Evokes feelings of love and emotional warmth.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

jasmineylang ylangsandalwoodvanilla
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Jasmine

floralmiddle note

"Intensely sweet, exotic floral with indolic depth"

exoticsweetsensualintenseheady

Mood: Sensual and confidence-boosting. Known as an aphrodisiac in aromatherapy.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

roseylang ylangsandalwoodbergamot
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Ylang Ylang

floralmiddle note

"Intensely sweet, creamy, exotic floral with banana-like undertones"

exoticcreamysensualtropicalheady

Mood: Euphoric and sensual. Reduces anxiety and promotes feelings of joy.

Usage rate: 1.5% of batch

Pairs with:

jasminerosesandalwoodbergamot
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Chamomile

floralmiddle note

"Light, apple-like, gentle floral with herbal warmth"

gentlesoothingapple-likelightcalming

Mood: Deeply calming and soothing. Ideal for stress relief and bedtime routines.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

lavendervanillahoneyrose
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Gardenia

floralmiddle note

"Lush, creamy white floral with jasmine and tuberose facets"

lushcreamywhite floraltropicalelegant

Mood: Romantic and uplifting. Creates a sense of luxury and feminine elegance.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

jasminevanillacoconutylang ylang
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Lilac

floraltop note

"Fresh, powdery spring floral with green and dewy facets"

freshpowderyspringlikedewynostalgic

Mood: Fresh and nostalgic. Evokes spring gardens and carefree happiness.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

rosevioletjasminebergamot
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Lemon

citrustop note

"Bright, zesty, clean citrus with tart freshness"

zestybrightcleantartinvigorating

Mood: Energizing and mood-lifting. Promotes mental clarity and focus.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

eucalyptuslavenderrosemarypeppermint
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Sweet Orange

citrustop note

"Juicy, warm, sweet citrus with a sunny disposition"

juicywarmsweetsunnycheerful

Mood: Cheerful and uplifting. Reduces anxiety and promotes positive emotions.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

clovecinnamonvanillajasmine
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Bergamot

citrustop note

"Floral citrus with a distinctive Earl Grey tea quality"

floralcitrusysophisticatedfreshdistinctive

Mood: Uplifting and calming simultaneously. Reduces stress while boosting mood.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

lavenderjasminenerolisandalwood
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Grapefruit

citrustop note

"Tart, bright, effervescent citrus with a slightly bitter edge"

tartbrighteffervescentcrisprefreshing

Mood: Energizing and clarifying. Promotes feelings of freshness and vitality.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

mintrosemarybergamotlemon
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Tangerine

citrustop note

"Sweet, soft citrus — gentler and warmer than orange"

sweetsoftwarmplayfulgentle

Mood: Playful and cheerful. Gentle energizer suitable for all moods.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillajasminenerolibergamot
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Lemongrass

citrustop note

"Earthy-citrus with grassy, herbal freshness"

earthy-citrusgrassyfreshherbalvibrant

Mood: Energizing and clarifying. Excellent insect repellent and mood refresher.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

gingercoconuteucalyptusrose
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Eucalyptus

herbaltop note

"Cool, medicinal, camphoraceous with clean freshness"

coolmedicinalcleaninvigoratingcamphoraceous

Mood: Invigorating and clarifying. Opens airways and promotes mental alertness.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

peppermintlemonrosemarytea tree
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Peppermint

herbaltop note

"Intensely cool, crisp, clean mint with menthol freshness"

coolcrispcleaninvigoratingmentholic

Mood: Highly energizing and stimulating. Enhances focus and relieves fatigue.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

eucalyptuslemonrosemarylavender
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Rosemary

herbalmiddle note

"Herbaceous, slightly medicinal, woody with fresh green notes"

herbaceousfreshwoodymedicinalgreen

Mood: Mentally stimulating and clarifying. Promotes memory and concentration.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

lavenderlemoneucalyptuspeppermint
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Sage

herbalmiddle note

"Earthy, herbal, slightly camphoraceous with green freshness"

earthyherbalgreenfreshmedicinal

Mood: Grounding and clarifying. Promotes wisdom, clarity, and purification.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

lavenderlemoncedarwoodpatchouli
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Tea Tree

herbaltop note

"Sharp, medicinal, camphoraceous with clean freshness"

medicinalsharpcleanantisepticfresh

Mood: Purifying and clarifying. Creates a sense of cleanliness and health.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

lavendereucalyptuspeppermintlemon
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Patchouli

woodsybase note

"Rich, dark, earthy, musky with sweet woody depth"

earthymuskydarkrichgrounding

Mood: Deeply grounding and sensual. Reduces anxiety and promotes emotional balance.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

lavendersandalwoodvetivercedarwood
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Sandalwood

woodsybase note

"Warm, creamy, milky wood with soft sweet undertones"

warmcreamymilkysmoothmeditative

Mood: Calming and meditative. Promotes mental clarity and spiritual grounding.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

rosejasminevanillabergamot
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Cedarwood

woodsybase note

"Dry, woody, pencil-shaving cedar with earthy warmth"

drywoodyearthywarmmasculine

Mood: Grounding and stabilizing. Promotes feelings of strength and security.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

bergamotlavenderrosemaryvetiver
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Vetiver

woodsybase note

"Deep, smoky, earthy root with complex woody-leather facets"

smokyearthydeepcomplexrooty

Mood: Deeply grounding and centering. Known as the 'oil of tranquility' in India.

Usage rate: 1.5% of batch

Pairs with:

sandalwoodpatchoulicedarwoodrose
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Amber

woodsybase note

"Warm, resinous, sweet with vanilla and woody facets"

warmresinoussweetcozygolden

Mood: Warm, cozy, and comforting. Creates a sense of luxury and sensual warmth.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillasandalwoodpatchoulicedarwood
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Frankincense

woodsybase note

"Sacred, resinous, slightly citrusy with meditative depth"

sacredresinousmeditativeancientcomplex

Mood: Deeply meditative and grounding. Used for centuries in spiritual practices.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

myrrhsandalwoodcedarwoodlavender
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Vanilla

sweetbase note

"Warm, sweet, creamy, comforting with balsamic depth"

warmsweetcreamycomfortingclassic

Mood: Comforting and nostalgic. Reduces stress and promotes feelings of warmth.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

lavendersandalwoodpatchoulirose
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Oatmeal, Milk & Honey

sweetmiddle note

"Warm, creamy, milky sweetness with oat and honey notes"

creamywarmmilkysweetcomforting

Mood: Nourishing and comforting. Evokes warmth, home, and gentle care.

Usage rate: 4% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillachamomilelavenderalmond
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Coconut

sweetmiddle note

"Tropical, creamy, sweet coconut with sunscreen warmth"

tropicalcreamysweetsunnyplayful

Mood: Tropical and carefree. Evokes beach vacations and sunny warmth.

Usage rate: 3.5% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillalimepineapplejasmine
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Caramel

sweetmiddle note

"Rich, buttery, burnt-sugar sweetness with warm depth"

richbutterysweetwarmindulgent

Mood: Indulgent and comforting. Evokes warmth, sweetness, and cozy contentment.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillacinnamonambersandalwood
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Cocoa / Chocolate

sweetmiddle note

"Rich, dark, bittersweet chocolate with earthy warmth"

richdarkbittersweetindulgentearthy

Mood: Indulgent and mood-lifting. Triggers pleasure centers and reduces stress.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillaorangemintcaramel
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Cinnamon

spicymiddle note

"Warm, spicy, sweet with a woody-bark quality"

warmspicysweetfestivestimulating

Mood: Warming and stimulating. Promotes circulation and feelings of comfort.

Usage rate: 1.5% of batch

Pairs with:

orangeclovevanillaginger
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Clove

spicymiddle note

"Intensely spicy, warm, slightly sweet with eugenol sharpness"

intensespicywarmsharpmedicinal

Mood: Warming and stimulating. Use sparingly — powerful and invigorating.

Usage rate: 1% of batch

Pairs with:

orangecinnamonvanillapatchouli
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Ginger

spicytop note

"Warm, spicy, slightly citrusy with earthy root freshness"

warmspicycitrusyfreshinvigorating

Mood: Warming and energizing. Promotes circulation and mental alertness.

Usage rate: 2% of batch

Pairs with:

lemonorangepatchoulisandalwood
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Nutmeg

spicymiddle note

"Warm, spicy, slightly sweet with woody-earthy depth"

warmspicysweetearthyfestive

Mood: Warming and comforting. Promotes feelings of festive warmth and spice.

Usage rate: 1.5% of batch

Pairs with:

clovecinnamonorangevanilla
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Oud (Agarwood)

spicybase note

"Deep, complex, smoky-sweet wood with animalic and resinous facets"

deepcomplexsmokyexoticluxurious

Mood: Exotic and deeply sensual. One of the world's most prized and complex scents.

Usage rate: 1.5% of batch

Pairs with:

rosesandalwoodambervanilla
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Sweet Orange EO

citrustop note

"Bright, juicy, sweet citrus with a cheerful sunny character"

brightsweetcitrusycheerfuluplifting

Mood: Uplifting and energizing. Reduces anxiety and promotes positive mood.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillacinnamonclovelavender
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Eucalyptus EO

herbaltop note

"Sharp, camphoraceous, clean and refreshing with a cooling menthol quality"

sharpcleancoolingmedicinalrefreshing

Mood: Clarifying and invigorating. Clears the mind and opens airways.

Usage rate: 2.5% of batch

Pairs with:

pepperminttea treelavenderrosemary
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Strawberry FO

sweettop note

"Ripe, juicy strawberry with sweet fruity brightness and a candy-like finish"

fruitysweetbrightplayfulfresh

Mood: Playful and cheerful. Evokes summer and carefree sweetness.

Usage rate: 3.5% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillacreamlemonrose
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Peach FO

sweettop note

"Soft, velvety peach with sweet floral undertones and a warm fruity finish"

softsweetfruityvelvetywarm

Mood: Gentle and comforting. Evokes warmth, softness, and summer abundance.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillajasminerosecream
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Watermelon FO

sweettop note

"Fresh, watery watermelon with a sweet green melon and light floral finish"

freshwaterysweetlightsummery

Mood: Refreshing and summery. Evokes poolside relaxation and carefree warmth.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

cucumbermintlimerose
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Blood Orange FO

citrustop note

"Bold, tart citrus with berry undertones and a slightly floral, complex finish"

boldtartcitrusycomplexvibrant

Mood: Energizing and bold. More complex and sophisticated than sweet orange.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

gingervanillaclovepatchouli
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Jasmine FO

floralmiddle note

"Rich, heady, intensely floral with sweet and slightly animalic depth"

richheadyfloralsensualclassic

Mood: Romantic and sensual. One of the most beloved florals in perfumery.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

rosesandalwoodvanillaylang ylang
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Green Apple FO

citrustop note

"Crisp, tart green apple with a fresh watery quality and light floral finish"

crisptartfreshbrightclean

Mood: Crisp and refreshing. Evokes autumn orchards and clean freshness.

Usage rate: 3.5% of batch

Pairs with:

cucumbermintrosepear
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Cherry FO

sweettop note

"Sweet, rich cherry with almond-like depth and a warm fruity finish"

sweetrichfruitywarmindulgent

Mood: Indulgent and nostalgic. Evokes warmth, sweetness, and comfort.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

vanillaalmondchocolaterose
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Sandalwood FO

woodsybase note

"Warm, creamy, milky wood with soft sweet undertones — fragrance oil version for longer throw"

warmcreamymilkysmoothmeditative

Mood: Calming and meditative. Promotes mental clarity and spiritual grounding.

Usage rate: 3% of batch

Pairs with:

rosejasminevanillabergamot