Perfume 101: Basic Fragrance Terms & Language Explained!!

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  • Опубліковано 16 лип 2024
  • What is the difference between Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum and Cologne? What is a "Flanker"? How does the Fragrance Pyramid work? What's the difference between a Note and an Accord? Let's talk about the basics of perfumery! Timestamps below. SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/JuliaGrafPerfume
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    ► TABLE OF CONTENTS
    1:04 Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum, Cologne, Extrait
    3:15 What are Notes?
    4:04 The Fragrance Pyramid
    5:10 Linear Fragrances
    6:15 What is an Accord?
    7:47 Sillage Explained
    8:48 Skin Scents
    10:23 Niche vs. Designer Fragrances
    14:53 Blind Buying
    15:27 Pillars & Flankers
    17:10 Reconcentration
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 144

  • @juliagrafperfumes136
    @juliagrafperfumes136  3 роки тому +21

    Let me know if you want anything else explained! Was this video helpful to you??

    • @LaToya_C.
      @LaToya_C. 2 роки тому +2

      I've watched this over and over like 20 times. Lol. Yes, super helpful!! Loving all of your videos. I can't believe you've only been doing this a year. You're a natural!

    • @Jacqueline_R
      @Jacqueline_R 2 роки тому +1

      How do I recognize notes? Would love to learn :)

    • @rachelharson173
      @rachelharson173 2 роки тому

      this video is amazing !!! Thank u so so much !!!!

    • @CherryTones
      @CherryTones 11 місяців тому

      LOVE this video, it was great and very informative. I would love love love if you made the video going more in depth about the scent families :)

    • @AnuraWijesinghe-lz3lg
      @AnuraWijesinghe-lz3lg 10 місяців тому

      Dear madam
      I am from Sri Lanka could you please send me nice perfume recipes?
      Thank you

  • @Harris-Smith
    @Harris-Smith 6 місяців тому +1

    Watching this 3 years later and find the video informative. I'm just getting into having a perfume collection.

  • @iza471
    @iza471 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for this amazing video!! Tomorrow I´ll start to work in a duty free as a perfume promoter, so I was looking for english vocabulary for perfumes when I found this very instructive video. I feel much more confidant now, thanks to you!! Greetings from the Canary Islands.

  • @FreaktifulWhispers
    @FreaktifulWhispers 4 роки тому +11

    I'm not really into perfumes but I love learning new things so THANKS FOR THE INFO :3

  • @michellesimclay433
    @michellesimclay433 4 роки тому +8

    I’ve really started to get super interested in how to make/create perfumes. What a lovely, informative introduction to the perfume world. Can’t wait to watch and learn so much more!!! Thanks Julia!!

  • @Jacqueline_R
    @Jacqueline_R 2 роки тому

    This is so wonderful!!! Thank you!! The language is so beautiful 💗💗💗

  • @ClassicKina
    @ClassicKina 2 роки тому +3

    Incredible video for beginners! Thank you. ❤️

  • @katzenkrapp
    @katzenkrapp 4 роки тому +3

    This is great, very helpful. And, I would love to see a video on the different olfactory groups.

  • @karenlouisepresent1273
    @karenlouisepresent1273 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this Julia, really well explained & congrats on your new channel, I'm looking forward to it.

  • @jillmayunga7104
    @jillmayunga7104 2 роки тому

    This was soooooo well done

  • @alanaa7379
    @alanaa7379 4 роки тому +1

    Very interesting and informative 😊
    Thank you Julia!

  • @tracyjeanette5553
    @tracyjeanette5553 Рік тому

    This was very helpful! Thank You!

  • @markusmeyer6391
    @markusmeyer6391 3 роки тому

    Excellent explanation, thank you!

  • @elinaold
    @elinaold 3 роки тому +12

    I‘m really into perfumes right now - and this was such an informative video, I‘ve ever seen. Quick and easy - but so good 🥰👍🏻☺️

  • @bosslady1979
    @bosslady1979 2 роки тому +1

    I would love to her about the different notes! I'm new to this and understanding the note disscription would be such help determining what fragrance I would like based on disscriptions❤

  • @drigodamus
    @drigodamus 2 роки тому +3

    This was so informative, my mom wears Shalimar! That was the only thing I knew. I was looking for cologne tips; I wear Acqua Di Gio (I’m a male) and Yves STL. Love your French, girl! Thanks for sharing.

  • @moonperfumes6300
    @moonperfumes6300 4 роки тому +1

    Loved your first fragrance video so much!🥰

  • @zoraidap.6417
    @zoraidap.6417 3 роки тому +2

    Hallo! im so glad that you made this kind of video/content, because im into scents lately and i want to know more about the differences, and perfume terminologies, u just hit it! i dont have to research anymore its all here, thank you! And its good to listen to your french pronounciation, makes your video more legit.

  • @jailbird61
    @jailbird61 4 роки тому

    I purchased the Oud Palao on your recommendation months ago and I LOVE it!! It is exactly how you described. I find this new Chanel intriguing. You have such a great way of explaining things in terms we can understand. Thank you, Julia!

  • @quirkyblackgirlshow
    @quirkyblackgirlshow 2 роки тому

    This was so helpful!

  • @debbiesokoloff1991
    @debbiesokoloff1991 3 роки тому +2

    This is the best, most informative, most comprehensive yet succinct presentation of all this fragrance information I have seen. Excellent, thank you!

  • @mi-vy8xm
    @mi-vy8xm 2 роки тому +1

    i like linear fragrances,direct to the point,the real identity of a perfume!

  • @AnonymousOneMusic1988
    @AnonymousOneMusic1988 2 роки тому

    AWESOME VIDEOOOO THANKS SO MUCH!!💯

  • @yamika.
    @yamika. 3 роки тому

    Excellent video, thank you❤️

  • @bmartin8258
    @bmartin8258 2 роки тому

    Thank you, you really helped me understand more about perfumes!!!

  • @a1rn2001
    @a1rn2001 Рік тому

    Thank you for an informative video!

  • @InsideRoxysMind
    @InsideRoxysMind 4 роки тому +1

    I loved this. Thank you for the very informative refresher. My scent of the day is atelier cologne cèdre atlas 😍

  • @ameeerr2834
    @ameeerr2834 3 роки тому

    This video is so informative, this video deserve thousands likes.

  • @laurencefegan1875
    @laurencefegan1875 Рік тому

    Very informative, Julia - thank you! Thumbs up and subscribed accordingly!

  • @lolatwentytwo3252
    @lolatwentytwo3252 3 роки тому

    Great information, thank you! 🙂

  • @yewnicole7243
    @yewnicole7243 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing, I've learned a lot👍

  • @CandyMarie67
    @CandyMarie67 4 роки тому

    Wow thos was great. I was always so confused with the different types of names (the first point you went over), so that was awesome seeing it explained. Thank you!

  • @moniqued9715
    @moniqued9715 3 роки тому

    Thank you thank you thank you! 💘 this channel!

  • @h44nnah
    @h44nnah 3 роки тому

    this is great i’ve taken a liking to perfume recently and this really helps :)

  • @tschoklait
    @tschoklait 4 роки тому

    great video, thank you so much!!!

  • @mistav2218
    @mistav2218 3 роки тому +4

    Excellent lesson for a newbie like me, thanks!

  • @the_Eskesen
    @the_Eskesen 4 роки тому

    I am so excited for your channel. I wish you the best!!

  • @_nehalennia
    @_nehalennia Рік тому +1

    i have a very sensitive nose and growing up in the 2010s i've always written perfumes of as something that just smells like headache inducing alcohol.
    recently i have developed quite an interest and this has been very helpful for my research in understanding this topic better, thank you :)

  • @raeneshajackson
    @raeneshajackson 4 роки тому

    This was super helpful ! Thankyou suga

  • @cheriew8009
    @cheriew8009 3 роки тому

    I just watched this for the second time. Excellent video! Thank you.

  • @lesaventuresdeM
    @lesaventuresdeM 4 роки тому

    Great video! Can’t wait to see what else you upload! My scent of the day is Elizabeth and James Nirvana White. Great floral but longevity is poor unfortunately... I still enjoy it a lot❤️🦋

  • @theroman65
    @theroman65 2 роки тому

    Thank you, this really helps

  • @MademoiselleCarel
    @MademoiselleCarel 3 роки тому +19

    This is sooo informative! I’m just getting into the perfume world. I’ve learned a lot from this video.
    PS. I used to watch your beauty channel years and years ago. You’re one of the OGs! 💕

  • @pav_pab
    @pav_pab Рік тому

    Really helpful video for a complete beginner! Thank you :)

  • @bepkororoti2559
    @bepkororoti2559 2 роки тому

    knew all the terms but you put it very nice
    good vid

  • @slayyy_by_yella9191
    @slayyy_by_yella9191 3 роки тому

    Wow! I’ve learned some stuff I never knew this video is definitely gem.

  • @t4winter
    @t4winter 4 роки тому +3

    I remember when i first watched your video about perfume and you describing the smell, the base notes and all , i remember thinking that wow i never really thought about perfumes that way. I just buy whatever i like and use it without ever reading or understanding the perfume. Then i got Issey Miyake perfme and it reminded me of you. (Because you showed it in one of your very old videos). So my interest and knowledge in perfumes are because of you. So glad that you created this channel :) ♥️

  • @sumbaltasawwar
    @sumbaltasawwar 4 роки тому +1

    Here to learn 😁

  • @sunflower9448
    @sunflower9448 2 роки тому

    Beginner here, this was very informative!

  • @LemonEyesNL
    @LemonEyesNL 2 роки тому

    Amazing video❤

  • @angelinathedrifter
    @angelinathedrifter 2 роки тому

    Thank you dear..❤ much needed..m' a perfume person...tryin' to make my own 4 personal use😊

  • @nelleaemog
    @nelleaemog 2 роки тому

    Very informative 😋

  • @aliciamancuso5149
    @aliciamancuso5149 2 роки тому

    I like the breakdown, very interesting 🤔

  • @bossladyk3827
    @bossladyk3827 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the knowledge!! Also what lip are you wearing? Its beautiful!

  • @sandra.b7207
    @sandra.b7207 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much

  • @randischwartz7505
    @randischwartz7505 3 роки тому

    Loved the video! So educational and just what I needed. Can you recommend any sites that sell tester bottles? Thanks!

  • @teakey
    @teakey 3 роки тому

    highly needed

  • @jorgecarmona2447
    @jorgecarmona2447 9 днів тому

    Good Video👍🏻
    Excellent Information 👍🏻

  • @michelleprimavera9274
    @michelleprimavera9274 4 роки тому +1

    I am working for a niche perfume company and it is true the scents are very extraordinary and not "everybody's darling". But that what makes them even more interesting :) I am generally really happy to work in this wonderful perfume world :)

  • @RisticXMMII
    @RisticXMMII 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @kachmelover
    @kachmelover 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you now I understand a lot more. I love your reviews. And my scent is Shalimar souffle de parfum I am so enjoying it and later this month I will get alien that you recommended. Thanks Julia luv Karyann

  • @carolinecarotis8800
    @carolinecarotis8800 3 роки тому

    Very insightful

  • @lenaboyer6981
    @lenaboyer6981 2 роки тому

    Total noob here. Thank you for this, it’s so in-depth and I think it also provides a great starting point for research!

  • @djmooryb3576
    @djmooryb3576 2 роки тому

    Thanks a lot ❤️

  • @lala_bee
    @lala_bee 4 роки тому +1

    This was helpful. I learned something today. My FoD is Comptoir Sud Pacifique Aloha Tiare.

  • @rainbow88sun
    @rainbow88sun 4 роки тому +4

    Just started watching this vid. Super excited!! In the last year or so I’ve gotten into fragrance in a different..way? I found myself blown away by a particular scent from Francis Kurdjian (Baccarat Rouge). It opened my eyes to this other level off scents I never knew existed. I guess that sounds silly.. but a lot of the usual fragrances like Lancome, Chanel, Estee, etc etc seemed kinda similar to me.. I think from my time working in cosmetics. So Kurdjian opened my eyes to more concentrated EDPs and different perfume houses. My newest addition is Playing With The Devil by Kilian. I dreamt about that one after I smelled it lol. Looking forward to learning more about fragrance from you!! Congrats on the new journey!! Edit: omg I’m learning so much. Fell in love with non-linear scents.. that’s what it is lol. And YES PLEASE DO THE OLFACTORY VIDEO!!

    • @rainbow88sun
      @rainbow88sun 4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for such an informative video!! And love the table of contents in the info box. I was trying to remember all the terms lol. My every day scent is Valentina by Valentino. Though.. I cycle heavily through Baccarat Rouge, Kurdjian Oud and Kilian Playing with the Devil.. but since they’re a little more on the pricey side, I don’t wear every day lol. What’re you thoughts on Kilian?

    • @okoliedelphina7017
      @okoliedelphina7017 2 роки тому

      @@rainbow88sun i have Valentina too. It projects really well. I work in a niche perfume boutique. You should check out federic malle potrait of a lady

  • @sassilea5394
    @sassilea5394 4 роки тому

    My scent of the day usually is Jil by Jil Sander. - a powdery like smell which I really love! I also use In Love with You by Armani and Tresor Midnight Rose by Lancome but since they might have a heavy 'sillage' for some people and I am working with patients, I use them less often on regular basis.
    I really like your new channel. I didn't know that I would be so interested in the the whole parfume world but I was wrong. Thank you and stay awesome :)

  • @bhaskarmukherjee7518
    @bhaskarmukherjee7518 Рік тому

    👍Very very helpful.

  • @mikaelrosen2353
    @mikaelrosen2353 2 роки тому

    Blind buying is the only way around here and theres only a couple of real perfume shops in Sweden. There are a chain or two who has perfume but they only have a standard limited supply so if you want to get a classic cologne, niche or anything special you have to order online. A little sad... Excited to get some new scents next week. Scent of the day is Clubman Special Reserve 👍
    Great video!

  • @Sushirozzz
    @Sushirozzz 3 роки тому

    Your French is really great! You have amazing pronunciation.

  • @karafarney8151
    @karafarney8151 3 роки тому

    Never knew buying testers was a thing 🤯 thank you!

  • @gohr13
    @gohr13 4 роки тому

    My scent of the day usually is Versace Versense good citrucy. I later spritzed myself with Byredo Pulp. Look in to Clinique and their scents you might like the aromatics in black, or what I think is a unisex smell Burberry Brit Rythm for men. 🌸

  • @BlkbirdCDN
    @BlkbirdCDN 4 роки тому

    I'd like to know when should you throw out a perfume? Or general rules if thumb for longevity and care of your perfumes. This was super interesting. I had no idea how many terms were used.

    • @juliagrafperfumes136
      @juliagrafperfumes136  4 роки тому

      Generally when a perfume changes smell, that's how you know it has gone off. :) Best to store in a dark, dry place.

  • @silviaana4879
    @silviaana4879 4 роки тому

    I tend to use more Bvlgari Omnia Paraiba, Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Neon and Armani Inlove with you Freeze lately. I also enjoy Juicy Couture-Viva la juicy. I think that many people will be more interested in the different types of perfumes, such the gourmand ones, fruity, etc. Another topic can be the synthetic ingredients vs the natural ones. You can also make a video for the most used ingredients for the female perfumes vs the male ones, although some brand have unisex perfumes. Looking forward for your next video 😁🥰

    • @juliagrafperfumes136
      @juliagrafperfumes136  4 роки тому

      I have Paraiba on my wishlist! Do you enjoy it??

    • @silviaana4879
      @silviaana4879 4 роки тому

      @@juliagrafperfumes136 I really did and still do :) It smells a little bit like Davidoff Cool Water Limited Edition one but with more an acquatic one. Honestly, I looove sweet scents however this one is sweet but still fresh and it reminds me of summer breeze, sunny days, freedom and holidays on an exotic island. I "see" sandy white beaches and turquoise waters in my head each time I wear it. I wish they will have a drink with this one, as I really want to drink it :)) My boyfriend bought it for me last year but I saw it also on Notino :)

  • @cookiea1728
    @cookiea1728 4 роки тому +4

    Very interesting...never really thought too much aside from the scent.

  • @curioclassicperfumeguide
    @curioclassicperfumeguide Рік тому

    GREAT

  • @DaniCrispy
    @DaniCrispy 4 роки тому

    Lune de miel by Fragonard... an unusual scent for my taste... a little bit powdery or playduhy but super long lasting 💕✨

  • @kristophine4390
    @kristophine4390 3 роки тому

    Random question, but I really love your earrings, do you remember where you got them? Thanks! Love the video, very helpful!

  • @chechelafemme6497
    @chechelafemme6497 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this fantastic video. Would you say VAN CLEEF & ARPEL PARFUME IS CONSIDERED NICHE? Thank you ❤️

    • @juliagrafperfumes136
      @juliagrafperfumes136  2 роки тому

      I wouldn't consider them niche, no. They make some really nice perfumes tho!

  • @Jacqueline_R
    @Jacqueline_R 2 роки тому

    My fragrance of the day is Ralph Lauren "Romance"

  • @table004
    @table004 4 роки тому

    Very informative!

  • @Breadopal
    @Breadopal 2 роки тому

    Would you classify Tom ford, baccarat or creed niche or designer?

  • @msadams224
    @msadams224 4 роки тому

    My go to fragrance has always been Stella by Stella McCartney. I have never been able to find any other fragrance that I enjoy as much. Unfortunately I can't seem to find it in the US anymore! I get very nervous about buying fragrance online.

  • @TheRainbowSpecial
    @TheRainbowSpecial 4 роки тому

    Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia forte. Trying it out. Nice bright top notes but the base notes are barely detectable

  • @iamyou3080
    @iamyou3080 2 роки тому

    I was wondering what flankers meant. 🤔 Thanks!

  • @AshtroSmash
    @AshtroSmash 4 роки тому +2

    What are your fav sites for tester bottles?! 🥰

    • @teakey
      @teakey 3 роки тому

      that would be helpful, otherwise I feel i could be just be getting a fake from the wrong site

  • @JaneDoe-vi5yc
    @JaneDoe-vi5yc 2 роки тому

    So if a perfumer adds lemon and lavender, for example, will they ALWAYS be top notes? Can lavender ever be a base note?

  • @reneejoubert230
    @reneejoubert230 2 роки тому

    What does OG stand for please ?

  • @mazharabbasbukhari7390
    @mazharabbasbukhari7390 3 роки тому +1

    how to distinguish a male and female fragnance

  • @annatrzpis6410
    @annatrzpis6410 4 роки тому

    What is your fav niche brand Julia? Do you have one? I'm wearing Eden by Cacharel. Smells like the 90's haha :)

    • @juliagrafperfumes136
      @juliagrafperfumes136  4 роки тому

      So far I think Serge Lutens but I haven't tried all the Niche brands to really judge.

  • @alanaa7379
    @alanaa7379 4 роки тому

    Do all parfume called niche if there's only 1 product created by brand?

  • @Ash_Lo
    @Ash_Lo 4 роки тому

    Do people refer to the fragrance sales associates as an "s.a."? I hear that term a lot on UA-cam, especially from people who don't live in the states, but have not heard anyone explain it.

  • @hassan5020
    @hassan5020 2 роки тому

    It's fabulous 🤩 but you speak very fast and I'm not a native speaker ☺️. Sincere gratitude 🤗🌺🤗

  • @starlightmints1984
    @starlightmints1984 3 роки тому

    subscribed!

  • @rebekahmenn2118
    @rebekahmenn2118 4 роки тому

    Are flankers usually limited edition, or do they get added to a company's permanent collection?

  • @IceVeig
    @IceVeig 3 роки тому

    I am late to this party, but thank you so much for this video! Very informative and easy to understand. My all time favorite perfume is Eau de parfum II by Gucci, which has unfortunately been discontinued 😭

  • @PacificNWGrl
    @PacificNWGrl 3 роки тому

    I’ve never had a scent take me on a journey. What are some that do that?

    • @disappearintothesea
      @disappearintothesea 3 роки тому

      Replica “by the fireplace” or Tom Ford “Noir pour femme” I’m sure there’s more

  • @CarnaticCorner
    @CarnaticCorner Рік тому

    How come it is siyyage..it has two “L” 😅

  • @Ncris1107
    @Ncris1107 4 роки тому

    Is there a reason why they discontinue colognes I love the Home by Dior and it’s been discontinued and it looks like they reformulated because there’s a new cologne with the same name and I’m just wondering why would they discontinue a perfect cologne