Perfume Notes Explained: Top–Middle–Base

Perfume Notes Explained: Top–Middle–Base

If you've ever read a perfume notes description, you’ve probably seen terms like Top Notes, Heart Notes, and Base Notes.
But what do they actually mean?

Perfumes are built like a fragrance pyramid, and understanding these layers helps you:

✔ Choose the right perfume
✔ Understand why some scents last longer
✔ Know how fragrances evolve throughout the day

Here’s a simple breakdown — with examples from The SANC Theory perfumes:
White Orchid
Day Dream
Billionaire