The NOTEbook

It's morning. You’re ready to take on the day with a hot cup of coffee and your favorite creamer. You reach into the fridge to pull out your morning essentials: that decadent caramel elixir of life that makes your coffee cup sing...and your signature scent. No, really! Storing your perfume in a cool place like your refrigerator can be a great way to make it last longer. In fact, there are lots of ways that you can make your fragrance last longer through smarter perfume use and storage. Just like all of your other cosmetics and skin care favorites, perfume...

This spring, the team at Noteology had the opportunity to wish Suzette a very Happy 50th Birthday. Her wish? To have an amazing weekend celebration with her family and friends. From yoga sessions, high tea and customized experiences, Suzette planned a weekend to remember!  The Noteology team was thrilled to be a part of the celebration agenda with a Private Perfume Party at The Mansion at Noble Lane!     Located about 40 minutes from our Custom Perfume Studio, The Mansion at Noble Lane is a gorgeous property with a rich history. Built in 1903 as a luxurious retreat for...

As you sip your morning coffee in bed, you catch a hint of your partner’s cologne as he dresses for the day - and your heart skips a beat. Your tummy growls as you pass a bakery, picking up the unmistakable fragrance of warm, freshly baked bread. As your coworker walks by your office, you can’t help but ask, “what is that gorgeous perfume she has on today?” These experiences are all the result of an important component of scent: sillage - and if you’ve never heard of it before (or have no clue how to pronounce it), don’t worry!...

There are moments when your sense of smell may catch you off guard. The light scent of your child’s hair as you hold them close. The intoxication of exotic spices in your favorite restaurant as you scan the menu. Your love’s cologne. Scent is a powerful part of our human experience and there’s science that shows that it contributes to so much more than just our ability to know the world around us.   How Scent Works When you first detect a smell, it is processed by the olfactory bulb, which starts inside the nose and runs along the bottom...

In the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and India, a flowering plant of the mint family reigns supreme: lavender. For thousands of years, lavender has been regarded for its sweet floral fragrance, beauty, and versatility. Today, lavender grows throughout regions of Europe, Australian, New Zealand, North and South America. The flowers themselves enchant those who see them but its the fragrance that leaves a lasting memory. In ancient Greece and Rome, Lavender was used for religious ceremonies and its name is derived from the Latin “lavare”, meaning “to wash”. Romans used lavender to scent their baths, clothing, hair, and homes. Additionally,...