Why Fragrance Descriptions Are Subjective | XASIS Journal
Why Fragrance Descriptions Are Subjective
Perfume is often described through memories, textures and imagined places because smell is difficult to reproduce in words.
HOW IT WORKS
One writer may call a scent clean and another may call it powdery. These descriptions can both be sincere without providing an objective ingredient list.
WHY IT MATTERS
Marketing language can introduce a mood, but it should not be mistaken for test results or confirmation of specific materials in the formula.
A PRACTICAL APPROACH
Treat descriptive copy as an invitation to explore. Consult the product label for factual details, and rely on sampling for your own response.
THE XASIS PERSPECTIVE
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.