Fragrance Wheel: explore the scent families
Tap any part of the wheel to see what it smells like, its typical notes, what it pairs with and which oils in the Cira Perfume Kit belong to it.
The four scent families
How the wheel is organisedPerfumers sort scents into families so they can talk about them. On the wheel, each family sits next to the ones it shares the most with, so the circle runs from fresh to floral, floral to amber, amber to woody and woody back to fresh.
Blending with the wheel
Three rules of thumbFind your family, then blend it
The 1-minute quiz places you on the wheel and gives you a starting recipe for the nine oils in the Perfume Kit.
Questions
What is a fragrance wheel?
A map of scent families arranged in a circle, so styles that share character sit next to each other. Perfume consultant Michael Edwards popularised the modern version in 1983, and perfumers and shops still use versions of it to describe and recommend scents.
Which scent families last longest?
Woody and amber styles. Their materials are heavier and evaporate slowly, so they stay on skin for hours. Citrus and water styles are the lightest and fade fastest.
Which families suit hot weather in Thailand?
Fresh styles and soft florals feel lightest in the heat. Save rich amber and dry woods for cooler evenings or air-conditioned rooms, and use less of them.
Can I blend across families with the Perfume Kit?
Yes. The nine oils cover all four families. Start with neighbours on the wheel, then try one contrasting note in small drops and record each ratio in your Scent Journal.
