Begin with a small shortlist in the same setting, and avoid trying several unfamiliar scents on overlapping areas of skin.

Record the opening, later character, comfort and occasions where you might wear the fragrance. Compare those observations rather than memorising every note.

Select a favourite after wearing each candidate more than once when possible. Price and presentation can then become supporting factors rather than the entire decision.

Good notes make discovery easier rather than more complicated. Use them to support practical decisions about what to sample, wear or buy. XASIS currently presents its Signature Five as fragrance design concepts in development; final notes, formula details and availability are confirmed only for finished products.