Lighter aromatic materials can dominate immediately after application. As the opening recedes, other facets may become easier to notice.

Making a buying decision after a single sniff can overvalue that first moment. The fragrance that feels exciting instantly may not be the one you enjoy for hours.

Allow a sample to settle and return to it later. Compare the beginning, the heart and the remaining impression before deciding what belongs in your collection.

Treat a fragrance guide as a useful starting point. The experience of a finished product, your own preferences and its label information remain more important than broad descriptions. XASIS currently presents its Signature Five as fragrance design concepts in development; final notes, formula details and availability are confirmed only for finished products.