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ABSOLUTE:
A concentrated fragrance material of a natural product, such as a flower (jasmine or rose). Processed by means of enfleurage, alcohol extraction or steam distillation.
ACCORD:
A combination of raw materials blended together to find the proper balance and effect a Perfumer desires when creating a fragrance. When the materials are properly mixed, they are said to be in accordance with each other.
ACCORD (2):
A balanced complex of 3 or 4 notes that loose their individual identity to create a completely new unified odor impression. Analogous to the musical terminology where several notes are combined to create a single tone that is part of a complete composition.
ACID/SOUR:
Sour or Acid notes very often mean that the material has deteriorated. These words are often misused to describe the “sharp” notes of aldehydic or citrus character.
AEROSOL:
A bottle containing fragrance and a propellant that allows the user to enjoy the pressured contents in an easy to apply spray form. The mist-borne liquid is emitted by fingertip pressure exerted on a valve-type cap that seals the bottle.
AFTER SHAVE:
A hydro-alcoholic solution with perfume oil intended to provide fragrance and to cool and stimulate the skin after shaving.
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