What makes a good winter fragrance? What scent notes are typical? And how do I find the perfect fragrance for winter?
All these questions will be answered here, including our selection of the most popular winter fragrances from our range.

Many do not know that our body heat is responsible for how long a perfume lasts. The body heat ensures that the perfume spreads better and evaporates faster. Therefore, light, fresh scents that are usually associated with spring and summer are often less intense when worn in winter.
Winter is thus perfect for wearing spicy, heavy, or sweet fragrances. They have a more harmonious effect in the colder air and remain more noticeable.

Additionally, many people buy warm and cozy scents during this season to counteract the cold of winter or to welcome the magic of winter festivities. Whether sweet, smoky, warm, and/or spicy fragrances – they evoke memories of fireplace fires, baked goods, sweet treats, or warm mulled wine. These scents often evoke specific feelings and emotions associated with this special time.

All of this leads to an increased use of warm, spicy, sweet, and woody notes in winter, which often don't appear in summer fragrances.
This gives perfumers more freedom in creating scents, as the cold of winter can soften harsh edges, while the stronger notes can also hide certain 'imperfections' in the balance of ingredients, resulting in a more diverse palette of fragrances.
When creating a fresher, lighter perfume, the balance of ingredients is much more noticeable and therefore more important for the perfumer to consider.
While summer fragrances are often meant to be refreshing and not overwhelming on the skin to counteract the high humidity and heat of summer, winter fragrances are often richer, more intense, and soothing and do not shy away from enveloping the wearer.

The main differences between summer and winter fragrances are therefore the notes, the properties – such as refreshing vs. cozy – as well as the longevity.
Summer fragrances are light, refreshing, and often contain citrus or aquatic notes that unfold well in heat but also fade faster.
Winter fragrances are rich and soothing with notes like amber and wood that last longer in cold air and provide a cozy, enveloping warmth. These notes are usually found in the base notes, the strongest and longest-lasting part of a fragrance.

If you find that a winter scent doesn't suit you, you can always wear a summery perfume instead. Maybe you have a favorite fragrance that doesn't fit the classic winter scents, but you can't imagine giving it up during this season?  That's perfectly fine, because when you spray it on, you might remember the warmer days of summer, even in the midst of the cold winter days.

In winter, the skin is often drier, which can cause the perfume to evaporate more quickly. Therefore, it can help to use a fragrance-free moisturizer before applying to extend its longevity. It's best to apply the perfume to warm areas of the body, such as the wrists, behind the ears, and on the neck. The insides of the elbows and the backs of the knees are also good spots, as the warmth of the body helps to release the scent better.
If you wear scarves or hats, you can also spray a little perfume on these accessories – the scent often lasts longer there. But don't overdo it, as tight clothing can amplify the scent, which can quickly become too intense.

Here is our top selection of niche fragrances for winter that are particularly popular with our team and our customers.

Here we have listed some of our fragrance families that are warm and intense enough for winter, so you can get the most out of your scents.

Woody
With warm, earthy notes like Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Patchouli, woody fragrances are grounding and calming, they evoke forests or freshly cut wood and are perfect for adding a natural warmth to winter scents.

Gourmand
Gourmand scents are sweet and mouthwatering. They contain notes like Vanilla, Caramel, Chocolate, and Coffee. They are snuggly, dessert-like and create a delightful, delicious warmth, as if you were wrapping yourself in a cozy treat.

Spicy
Warm and aromatic, spicy fragrances contain notes like Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg, Cardamom, and Pepper. They add a festive, exotic touch and evoke the scent of Christmas spices, making them ideal for creating a cozy atmosphere .

Balsamic & Resinous
Balsamic fragrances are often sweet and resinous, containing notes like Myrrh, Incense, and Pine, which give them a soft, almost creamy warmth. They are soft and enveloping, often with a calming, meditative quality.

Are you interested in specific fragrance notes or want to learn more about their benefits in the cold season? Here you will find a selection of the most popular winter fragrance notes with a brief explanation.

Amber
Usually resinous, sweet, and/or warm
With notes like Amber, Benzoin, and Labdanum, they are soft, golden, and slightly sweet, radiating a deep, glowing warmth that is perfect for snuggling up in winter.

Leather
Strong, smoky, and animalic
Leather fragrances remind you of the scent of well-worn leather goods. They are rough, bold, and perfect for anyone looking for a winter fragrance with a hint of sharpness and sophistication.

Musk
Soft, warm, and slightly powdery
Musk has an inviting, sensual quality that wraps around you like a soft blanket.

Oud
Deep, resinous, and smoky
Oud is rich and intense, adding a luxurious, exotic warmth to perfumes that is perfect for winter evenings.

Patchouli
Earthy, slightly sweet, and smoky
With a rich, musky undertone that gives it depth and a touch of mystery, making it perfect for cooler weather.

Sandalwood
Soft, woody, and creamy
Sandalwood provides a gently velvety warmth, a hint of sweetness, and creates a calming and grounding base.

Vanilla
Sweet and creamy
Vanilla is soothing and inviting, adding a touch of dessert-like warmth to a fragrance without being overly sweet.

Incense
Smoky, resinous, and slightly sweet
Incense adds a meditative depth to fragrances, evoking a sense of mystery and tranquility, like in a temple, a church, or near a crackling fire.

Don't know where to start? We are happy to help you find your fragrance – via email at support@woodberg.de or directly in our store. Feel free to briefly tell us what you're looking for. Are there fragrance notes you like and perhaps some you don't? What fragrances do you wear, or what are you interested in?