What is the role of top, middle, and base notes in creating a balanced therapeutic blend?

Role of Top Notes

• Provide the initial scent impact, typically using light, highly volatile essential oils (e.g., lemon, peppermint). They quickly capture the sense of smell, deliver an invigorating and refreshing effect, and help blend the middle and base notes seamlessly.

Role of Middle Notes

• Form the heart of the fragrance, typically using moderately volatile essential oils (e.g., lavender, rose). They deliver the primary therapeutic effects (e.g., relaxation, emotional balance), bridge the top and base notes, and ensure the scent’s coherence and harmony.

Role of Base Notes

• Provide depth and longevity, typically using heavy, low-volatility essential oils (e.g., sandalwood, frankincense). They stabilize the entire blend, prolong the fragrance’s lifespan, and deliver grounding, calming therapeutic effects to ensure overall harmony.