Scent Descriptions

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like Abercrombie – A light, clean scent. Notes of spices, marine, musk and citrus. Compare to Abercrombie & Fitch. FO

Angelica – Fresh, peppery, floral, woody aroma.FO

Anise* - Black licorice aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Aphrodisiac & Stimulant EO

Autumn Fresh – Vibrant & invigorating! A clean blend of herbs, falling leaves and clean fresh air. This is a somewhat masculine scent, but enjoyed by both men & women. FO

Basil* - sweet, licorice-like, slightly camphorous aroma. EO

Bayberry - Blend of bayberry, spice, clove. Compared to: Yankee: Bayberry. Makes a wonderful diffuser aroma because it always reminds me of the rich scents of a candle shop. FO

Bergamot* - a bright, rich citrus, slightly floral aroma. Gives Earl Grey Tea it’s unique flavor. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Soothing & Uplifting EO

Bergamot Chamomile - A smooth bergamot scent with hints of tangerine, neroli, green moss, pear in a light chamomile tea. A perky fragrance which is great for anytime you need a pick-me-up. FO

Birch-Sweet* - smells like a Wintergreen flavor Altoid.. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Anti-Depressant, Stimulant. EO

Bitter Almond* - toasted almond & cherry scent. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation EO Blend

Black Raspberry Vanilla – sweet berries, plum, vanilla, musky aroma. FO

Black Cherry – Sweet black cherries with hints of almond, cinnamon & orange. FO

Bouquet – Has a mixed floral bouquet aroma. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Bright Blossoms. FO

Boyfriend (like Aqua di Gio) – compare to Aqua di Gio by Giorgio Armani, this is a perfect replica. Top notes are mandarin, bergamot and neroli. Middles notes include persimmon, rosemary, nasturtium, and jasmine. Base notes are Moroccan cedar, patchouli and Mediterranean cistus. Named The Boyfriend by Midnight Perfumery for the memories it brings back from dating my (now) hubby. FO

Brown Sugar Fig – Sweet brown sugar, fig & vanilla aroma will delight with this warm and inviting scent. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Brown Sugar & Fig. FO

Bubble Plum – this scent reminds me of the bubble-gum flavored medicine you get when you were a kid. A fun and sweet aroma. FO

Butterfly Kisses – scent notes of black tea, tangerine, lemon leaf, orchid, French mimosa, cyclamen, jasmine, coconut milk, & musk. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Butterfly Flower. FO

Cantaloupe Cucumber Kiss – Blend of cucumber, musky honeydew, cantaloupe and a touch of watermelon combine to give a fragrance that is sweet & musky. A summer favorite. FO

Cassia* - like cinnamon, very strong sweet, spicy, woodsy & earthy aroma. Most stick “cinnamon” used is actually cassia. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Stimulant. EO

Cassia Cranberry** - The bitter-sweet aroma of fresh cranberries are a natural pairing with the spicy, cinnamon-like scent of cassia. Warm & invigorating aroma. FO, EO Blend

Cedarwood* - Has a woodsy, sweet aroma. Reminiscent of mothballs. Insect repellant. May be beneficial for acne, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, fungal infections & greasy skin. EO

Chamomile – Sweet, fruity & herbaceous. FO

Champagne – I tell customers that this is a light-fruity scent, great for those who don’t usually gravitate toward a fruity aroma. Amazing blend of lemon, bergamot, mandarin, orange, apple, banana, dew fruit and pineapple, with hints of jasmine, rose, plum, muget, peony, heliotrope, amber, sandalwood and musk. FO

like Chanel No. 5 – Very potent, perfume aroma. Chanel No. 5 was developed in 1921 by Coco Chanel and is one of the best-selling perfumes of all time. The aroma profile is extremely complex with 130 different ingredients. This fragrance begins with top notes of fresh floral ylang ylang, rose petals, and French jasmine. Lovely base notes of vetiver and sandalwood, provides a woodsy bottom. I am very impressed with the likeness of this fragrance oil to the original. Compare to Coco Chanel: Chanel No. 5. FO

Cherry Almond** - Aroma of sweet cherries and a hint of toasted almonds. (Always reminds me of Jergen’s Lotion). EO FO Blend

Cherry Blossom – Sweet cherry blossom flowers. Compare to Yankee: Cherry Blossom. FO

Cherry Lime** - Sweet maraschino cherries with a seriously fresh zing of lime. Smells like a fresh cherry lime-aide! EO, FO Blend

Chocolate – Decadent & rich chocolate scent, watch to make sure someone doesn’t try to eat or drink your body product! FO

Christmas Punch - Delightfully crisp notes of fresh clove spice and citrus peel come together with delicious swirls of brewed wheat ale. FO

Christmas Tree* - proprietary blend of essential oils to achieve a rich Christmas tree aroma. EO Blend

Cinnamon Bread – rich cinnamon baked-goods aroma with notes of vanilla & spices. FO

Cinnamon Leaf* - Richer & sharper aroma than the more commonly known “cinnamon” (which is usually cassia – see cassia) EO

Citronella* - Citrusy, sweet, slightly fruity, fresh aroma. Commonly used as an insect repellant. EO

Clean Cotton - Smells like linen dried in the sweet outdoor air. FO

Clean Man – New fragrance formula! Clean & fresh marine notes, combine in this custom blend with hints of earthy spices. FO EO BLEND

Clean Woman – Limited quantity. EO FO BLEND

Clove Bud* - Spicy, woody, bitter. Smells like cloves, use only heavily diluted on skin. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Stimulant. EO

like Coco Cabana - Orange, Apple, Coconut. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Coco Cabana. FO

Coconut – Intensely rich, creamy, sweet & tropical. FO

Coconut Lime** - Very tropical proprietary aroma. Fantastic combination. EO, FO Blend

Cotton n Blossom – Fresh & clean aroma, great soapy scent. FO

like Coolwater (Men's) - Marine, green, mint, cedarwood and musk. Compare to Davidoff Cool Water for Men. FO

Cucumber Melon - Blend of cucumber, musky honeydew, cantaloupe and a touch of watermelon combine to give a fragrance that is sweet & musky. A summer favorite. FO

Cranberry – Bittersweet, bright and fresh cranberries. FO

Cranberry Cassia** - Spicy, fruity, sweet, earthy aroma. EO, FO Blend

Cucumber (100% Natural) – Smells like fresh sweet cucumbers. Lovely in Salt or Sugar Scrubs! FO, natural

Dark Chocolate – Smells and tastes like chocolate, makes a great lip balm or sensual massage oil. FO

like Dark Kiss – Compare this to BBW’s scent. Sweet notes of Mirabella plum, black raspberry, amber, peony, vanilla bean, sensual musk, and fresh spun cotton candy. FO

Earth (Dirt/Hunter's) – Smells like freshly turned earth. Takes me back to getting into the garden for the first time in the spring. Great for hunters wanting to blend into the surroundings. I also have requests for this scent from people who just love the smell of dirt, even wearing it as perfume. FO

Egyptian Musk – Rich, musky, & earthy aroma. Absolutely wonderful in the linen spray. FO

Enchantment (A+ Seller) – an enchanting aroma blend of jasmine, muget, violet & lemon. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Enchanted Orchid. FO

Eucalyptus* - Medicinal, minty, fresh aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Stimulant. EO

Fir Needle* - Evergreen, fresh, green aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Stimulant. EO

Frankincense & Myrrh** - A rich, spicy, woodsy & deep aroma. Perfect for everyday use or it’s perfect for the Holidays. This scent in soap is by far my favorite bar visually and is always a thrill to cut the bars and see the varying patterns of stripes and whisps of caramel and dark brown/black. EO Blend

Freesia Flowers - Blend of freesia and white musk. Deep musky notes with bright floral clean scent. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Freesia. FO

Fresh Air (SO CLEAN) - Top fruity notes of apple, grapefruit, peach and leafy greens; with middle notes of lily, lavender, rose and violet; and finally base notes with amber, sandalwood, and raspberry musk. The perfect fresh scent for any of the Midnight Perfumery products. FO

Fresh Cut Grass – Like earthy & green? This is definitely the scent for you! Smells like freshly cut grass. FO

Geranium* - Potent floral, earthy & musky undertones. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Aphrodisiac & Stimulant. EO

Ginger* - Bitter, earthy aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO

Grapefruit* - Citrus, fresh, sweet, smells like grapefruit zest. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Energizing & Uplifting. EO

Green Apple – Fresh, fruity and uplifting aroma smells just like a green apple. FO

Green Tea – This fragrance has notes of citrus, moss & musk. Smells like you’ve just sat down with a soothing cup of green tea with a big twist of lemon. Very spa-like. Compare to Elizabeth Arden: Green Tea. FO

Jasmine – The sweet notes of this night-blooming flower are perfectly captured in this fragrance oil. FO

Jasmine Vanilla – Sweet floral notes are perfectly balanced with the warm and inviting scent of vanilla. FO

Laundry – Smells similar to Snuggle’s original scent, sweet, a little fruity and very clean. FO

Lavender* - Floral, fresh, sweet and somewhat camphorous aroma. Considered aromatherapy benefits: balance & relaxation. EO

Lavender Tangerine* - Proprietary blend of lavender (floral) & tangerine (citrus) essential oils. Excellent combination! Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO Blend

Lemon* - Citrus, fresh, sweet, aroma is like lemon zest (also reminds me of eating lemon-drop candy) Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: energizing, promotes balance & relaxation. EO

Lemon Lime* - Proprietary blend of lemon & lime essential oils. Aroma is like the zest of lemons & limes. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Energizing & Uplifting. EO Blend

Lemongrass* - Citrus, grassy aroma(reminds me of furniture polish – in a good way). Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO

Lemongrass Sage* - Earthy meets citrus in this proprietary blend. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO Blend

Lily of the Valley – Concentrate the sweet scent of the spring-blooming lily of the valley flowers and you have a wonderful aroma that floral lovers rejoice for. FO

Lime* - Aroma is like freshly grated lime zest – SO FRESH! Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Energizing & Uplifting. EO

Litsea* - Citrus, fresh & clean powdery aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Energizing & Uplifting. EO

like Love Spell – Compare to Victoria’s Secret. This is an enchanting blend of summer flowers and orange. FO

Lovely Lilac – The scent of lilac never fails to make me think of late spring and fresh, warm breezes. This scent in soap usually goes into my shower in January when I’ve definitely had enough of these Midwestern winters. It helps remind me that Spring will come (eventually)! FO

Man** - “Smells like a man” (grinning) is what I hear from most of my female customers. Guys take note: you always know you’re using the right scent when your woman buries her nose in your chest, takes a deep breath and sighs with a contented grin on her face. I see that dreamy look on women’s faces frequently when they get a whiff of this scent. Notes of sandalwood, lime, patchouli, & citrus. EO, FO Blend

Mango – Mango is one of my favorite fruits. It’s rich, musky, sweet and almost has a spicy scent to it. This is a great stand-alone scent or mixed with nearly any other scent. I also have a mango flavored lip balm and it’s a top-selling flavors. FO

Mango Cucumber – Great combination of the light, crisp notes of the cucumber with the rich fruity scent of mangoes. FO, Natural FO Blend

Mango Pomegranate – Two rich fruity scents that create an aromatic feast for all the fruit lovers. FO

Midnight - SIGNATURE SCENT – Proprietary blend of some of the more popular scents and some my favorites. Notes of amber, berries, musk, spices, floral & citrus. FO

Mint-alyptus* - Proprietary blend of eucalyptus and peppermint, very minty & energizing. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Stimulant. EO

Monkey Business – A custom blend of pineapple, apple, berries and a tiny hint of floral. Fun & fruity! like Moonlight Path – Compare to Bath & Body Works. A sensual blend of summer flowers. You definitely have to check this out if you like floral scents.

Musk –A delectable blend of amber, clove, nutmeg & musk. Widely loved by men and women alike. FO

Oak & Acorn – A strong, lasting aroma with notes of pine, wild violets and fall leaves. Lovely, and I must say, when I was purchasing this scent, I intended to get something that smelled just like acorns for a hunter-friend of mine. When I received it, I knew it wouldn’t work for his needs (deer hunting), but I instantly fell in love with this scent’s wonderful balance of earthy, musky & perfume notes. FO

Oatmeal, Milk & Honey – Mmmmmm…It smells good enough to eat – but please don’t. This is a perfectly scrumptious combination of oats, honey, sweet milk and almonds. This scent in the Goat’s Milk Soap line is an over-all top-3 favorite of mine, and definitely a tie for #1 with the Castile Soap for my face. FO

Orange* (sweet) - Aroma is exactly like freshly grated orange zest. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO

Oriental Spice** - A totally spice-inspired combination with notes of anise, ginger, clove, cinnamon & cardamom with subtle, warm notes of vanilla beans. EO, FO Blend

Palmarosa* - Fresh, floral, sweet. Aromatically similar to geranium. Sometimes called Rose Geranium Essential oil. EO

Patchouli* - Earthy, green, musky aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Aphrodisiac & Stimulant EO

Peach – Warm, musky, soft, sweet. Smells like a perfectly ripe, delicious, fresh peach. FO

Peach n Spice** - Those musky, sweet notes of the peach combine beautifully with a touch of cinnamon and ginger. I was inspired to blend this fragrance after making peach jam with candied ginger and ground cinnamon – it was an instant family favorite. EO, FO Blend

Peppermint* - Intensely concentrated peppermint aroma. Intense cooling sensation in un-cut or high ratio skin applications. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Stimulant. EO

Petigrain* - Fresh, woody, slightly floral aroma. Citrus, distilled from leaves and sometimes twigs of orange trees. EO

Piña Colada – Warm, sandy beaches pair perfectly with a cold, sweet drink. Even if you can’t have the beach, you can have the scent of the perfect, albeit alcohol-free, piña colada. FO

Pineapple – Sweet, juicy, musky, fruity & fresh, this smells just like fresh pineapple. FO

like Pink – A combination of neroli, peony, violet and juniper berries. Compare to Victoria Secret: Pink. FO

Pink Panties – A blend of sweet citrus, jasmine, water lily, sweet pea, and white orchid. FO

like Plumeria – Rich, floral scent. Smells like plumeria flowers, also known as Frangipanis. Compare to Bath & Body Works. FO

Pomegranate – A fantastic rich, sweet blend of pomegranate, peach strawberry & orange. FO

like Rice Flower Shea - Aromatic notes of lily, hyacinth & sandalwood. Has a light, floral, almost powdery scent. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Rice Flower Shea. FO

Rose Bouquet – Proprietary blend of multiple rose fragrance oils to create a unique aroma profile of a complete bouquet. Valentine’s Day can be 365 days a year. Enjoy! FO

Rosemary* - Strong medicinal, slightly sweet, fresh, evergreen, woodsy aroma. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO

Rosemary Mint-alyptus* Proprietary blend of rosemary, eucalyptus & peppermint oils which are considered to have aromatherapy benefits of: balance, relaxation & energizing. EO Blend

Sage* (Clary) – Earthy, green, bright, subtle fruity scent. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: balance & relaxation. EO

Sandalwood - Aromatic notes of sandalwood are rich, sweet, fragrant yet delicate, woody & floral. Highly used in perfumery for millennia. FO

Sandalwood Vanilla – Rich sandalwood & vanilla pair perfectly together. This scent is frequently purchased by both men & women. FO

Seduction (Best Seller) – This scent is a blend of musk, floral, apple, fresh citrus with notes of fresh berries. Compared to Victoria Secret’s Pure Seduction. By far, my best selling scent. FO

Shortbread – Rich, sweet baked goods are perfectly enticing aromatic indulgences. This fragrance includes notes of brown sugar, vanilla, rich butter, and sugar cookies. If you prefer to stay away from eating these treats, perhaps you can satiate your senses with this as an inviting home fragrance. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Sugared Shortbread. FO

Spruce* - Evergreen, fresh, woody, earthy, sweet, subtle fruity scent. EO

Stress Reliever** - Proprietary fragrance & essential oil blend. Peppermint is said to help focus the mind. EO, FO Blend

The Study – This fragrance combination reminds me of a study in a tutor-style home. Notes of brushed leather, ebony woods, clove, sweet starfruit, mandarin, and bergamot. Would make a lovely reed diffuser fragrance. Sweet Pea Flowers – A clean, floral scent. Compare to Bath & Body Works Sweet Pea (“Sweet Pea” is a registered trademark of Bath & Body Works and not affiliated in any way with Midnight Perfumery). FO

Take me to the Tropics** - Tropical proprietary aroma blend with notes of coconut, lime, vanilla & jasmine. A tropical get-away is only a shower away. EO, FO Blend

Tangerine* - Citrus, smells like concentrated freshly grated tangerine zest. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO

Tea Tree* - Intense medicinal, woody, fresh, earthy scent. Considered aromatherapy benefits: stimulant & antiseptic. EO

Tea Tree Peppermint* - Proprietary blend of tea tree & peppermint essential oils. EO Blend

Tea Tree Rosemary* - Proprietary blend of tea tree & rosemary essential oils. EO Blend

Umbrella Drink – A blend of apple, coconut & orange. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Coco Cabana. FO

Unscented – The natural scent of the base ingredients will dictate the scent of the final product. For example, some of the stronger-scented base oils / ingredients I use are neem oil, lanolin, cocoa butter or beeswax. All of these ingredients will influence the scent of the final product.

Vanilla – Midnight Perfumery’s Vanilla is very rich, decadent, sweet and concentrated, so a little gives a big result. FO

Vanilla Bean* – Smells just like a vanilla bean! This is a 100% natural oil. Due to it’s delicate nature, it does not hold up to the process of making soap, but is a FABULOUS addition to perfumes, lip balm, oils, butters, lotions & more. EO

Vanilla Sugar (A+ Seller) – Blend of molasses-rich brown sugar, vanilla and musk. Compare to Bath & Body Works: Warm Vanilla Sugar. FO

like Very Sexy – This bombshell is a blend of grapefruit, rose, violet and musk. I find that this scent will stay with you for a long time, particularly with Midnight Perfumery’s Body & Room Spray. Compare to Victoria Secret: Very Sexy for Women. FO

Vetiver* - Woody, very smoky, earthy, spicy. EO like White Christmas – A blend of pine, fir, cedar & eucalyptus. Compare to Yankee: White Christmas. FO

Wildflower – A fantastic blend of wild herbs, lime and lavender. Compare to Bath & Body Works Flowering Herb. FO

Ylang Ylang* - Fresh, floral, bitter-sweet, slightly fruity. Intense, bold, blends very well with vanilla and is frequently used in perfumery. Considered Aromatherapy Benefits: Balance & Relaxation. EO

Ylang Ylang Vanilla** - A sultry combination of bold Ylang Ylang and smooth Vanilla. A very luxurious combination. EO, FO Blend

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