Did you know that perfumes say more about who we are than we might initially think? If you have what you would consider to be a “signature scent”, it can give a serious insight into who you are as a person. Let’s take a look at some of the key scent categories and what they might say about you.

Flora

Florals are a classic ingredient of women’s perfume. From roses to jasmine, there are many different flowers which can be smelled in some of the best-known fragrances on the market. A person who chooses a signature scent made of florals is likely to be classy and traditional. They are even-tempered and always happy to help no matter what is needed.

Citrus

Citruses are always to be found in summer perfumes. Oranges and grapefruits are the most common scents to be found but you can also find some sweet lemon scents. People who gravitate towards citrus perfumes are as zesty as their scents. They are the life of the party and they love to bring a little happiness and sunshine to their friends and family.

Earthy

You can often find earthier scents in ingredients like oud or wood. These fragrances tend to be more masculine and are typically found in men’s cologne. However, there are also plenty of perfumes out there with these notes. If you choose a perfume with an earthy scent, you are likely to be a natural leader who always knows exactly what they want. People listen to you and you have a knack for getting what you want from life. Very earthy perfumes tend to be a little more expensive because of their ingredients, but you can easily find some when you shop for discount cosmetics online.

Vanilla

While vanilla has a stereotype for being “boring”, the people who choose this type of perfume are anything but. Those who wear vanilla tend to be fun-loving extroverts with warm personalities. If you know someone who loves a vanilla perfume, it is likely that they are always up to some good-natured mischief, determined to bring a smile to the faces of their loved ones.

Linen

Linen and scents like cotton or sea spray tend to be very fresh and outdoorsy. They can seriously help to clear your mind when wearing them or even when you encounter someone who prefers one. This makes them a brilliant option for anyone who needs to focus more. With the right linen-scented perfume, you will be able to clear your head of distractions and focus on the task at hand.

Of course, you don’t have to stick to this rigidly. Many people choose to wear different perfumes to match their scent to their mood or activities for the day. For example, a date might warrant a vanilla or flowery perfume whereas an earthier one might be better for an important meeting or a job interview. Take a look at some of the scents in your favorite perfume and see how they could match up to how you feel. Don’t be afraid to expand your collection; after all, there are many, many different scents out there which you could try!