Terra

Terra by the British house Quintesscent, released in 2018, is a soft woody scent with citrus, floral and resinous sides. Everyone who describes it calls it woody, and about half also find it gourmand, floral, resinous or citrusy.

Mandarin gives a sweet, sunny citrus opening, and neroli adds a clean, honeyed white-floral brightness that lifts the first stage. Sandalwood and vetiver form the woody core, the sandalwood creamy and smooth, the vetiver dry, rooty and slightly smoky. Benzoin brings a sweet, balsamic resin to the base, and vanilla rounds it off with a soft, warm sweetness that keeps the woods from feeling stark.

Terra is worn by anyone. Its gentle balance suits spring and autumn and works for both day and evening wear. It will appeal to someone who wants a woody scent that feels warm and approachable rather than dark, and who likes a little citrus and vanilla around the edges.

Terra — unisex fragrance by Quintesscent (released 2018). Notes: Benzoin, Mandarin Orange, Neroli, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver. — Parfica open fragrance database