Fragrance Families (Science in Perfumery Part 5)

In addition, perfumes themselves are classified by one or more identifiable dominant odours (Britannica, 2020) into Fragrance Families according to the fragrance wheel developed in 1983 by Michael Edwards. For example, the floral group encompasses essences such as rose, jasmine, gardenia and lily of the valley, while the spicy family blends the aromas of carnation, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg. Common dominant odors in the woody group include vetiver, sandalwood and cedarwood. Lastly, the citrus group is characterized by scents such as lemon, orange and grapefruit. (Britannica, 2020)

Source: Britannica. (2020, November 12). Perfume. Encyclopedia Britannica. Retrieved April 11, 2021, from https://www.britannica.com/art/perfume