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The olive tree note is green and resinous, combining bitter, milky-green facets of crushed leaves and unripe fruit with dry, smoky-woody and faintly leathery undertones that suggest sun-warmed branches and cured olives. Evoking Mediterranean groves, stone walls and cool shade, it is used to add authentic bitter-greens and rustic woodiness to fougère, woody-aromatic, chypre and leather accords, often paired with fig, citrus, lavender, cypress or herbs to soften its resinous, slightly medicinal edge.

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Woody notes are characterized by their warm, rich, and grounding qualities, often evoking the essence of forests and nature. Common scents in this category include cedarwood, sandalwood, vetiver, and oakmoss, each contributing a distinct depth and complexity to fragrances. These notes are frequently used in both men’s and women’s perfumes, providing a strong base that enhances floral, spicy, or citrus notes, and creating a sense of tranquility and sophistication.