Scent Guide
Find your fragrance family
Every Homemade Lather Co. blend starts with a mood. This guide breaks our fragrances into easy families so you can shop by the way you want to feel—soft and cozy, bright and fruity, airy and fresh, or warm and woody. Think of this as your quick cheat sheet to choosing your next signature glow.
Start by opening the families that sound like you, then explore the scents inside that collection.
Fresh / Clean
Smells like: citrus zest, bergamot, eucalyptus, crisp linen, cool air, soft watery notes.
Feels like: just-stepped-out-of-the-shower clean, bright, energizing, spa-fresh.
Perfect if you love: light, airy scents that make your skin smell freshly washed rather than sweet.
Fruity
Smells like: juicy berries, peach, mango, bright citrus, lychee.
Feels like: playful, flirty, fun, and a little bit juicy.
Perfect if you love: sweet but not too heavy, bright and youthful scents that still feel grown.
Gourmand
Smells like: caramel, vanilla, marshmallow, whipped cream, pistachio, bakery warmth.
Feels like: cozy, edible, dessert-on-skin without being childish.
Perfect if you love: smelling delicious—think sweet shops, warm pastries, creamy lattes and rich treats.
Floral
Smells like: rose, jasmine, peony, lavender, soft garden petals.
Feels like: romantic, feminine, soft, and classic.
Perfect if you love: fresh flowers, pretty perfumes, and gentle, elegant scents that linger softly on the skin.
Tropical
Smells like: coconut, pineapple, passionfruit, sunny florals, sun-warmed skin.
Feels like: vacation in a bottle—beach days, bronzed shoulders, and island glow.
Perfect if you love: beachy, summer-forever scents and anything that smells like a tropical drink or island resort.
Warm / Woody / Amber
Smells like: amber, sandalwood, cedar, tonka, soft spice, a hint of smoke or resin.
Feels like: cozy, smooth, grown, and a little bit mysterious.
Perfect if you love: deeper, richer scents that feel like a warm hug—great for evening, cooler weather, or when you want a more sophisticated aura.
Soft / Musk / Skin-Like
Smells like: clean musk, soft vanilla, powdery notes, cream, skin warmth.
Feels like: intimate, comforting, “your skin but softer” energy.
Perfect if you love: subtle scents that sit close to the body, smell expensive, and don’t overpower your perfume.
Tip: Most people fall in love with two or three fragrance families. Mix and layer your favorite body oils to create a signature scent that’s completely your own.