Notes de Marsté

Marsté Fragrance Discovery Set Guide

Try six 2ml perfume samples before you commit to a full bottle. Here's what's inside Marsté's Discovery Collection, how to test fragrance samples at home, and how to start layering.

How to Layer Fragrances: A Guide to Building Your Own Signature Scent

Fragrance layering isn't guesswork — it follows the same logic as building any composition, from base to top. Here's the actual method, using the Marsté collection as a working example.

What Does Mandarin Smell Like in Perfume?

Mandarin is perfumery's most approachable citrus — softer than lemon, sweeter than orange. Here's what makes it distinct, and how Essence Mandarine uses it to bring brightness to the Marsté collect...

What Does Vanilla Smell Like in Perfume?

Vanilla is one of perfumery's most misunderstood notes. Here's what it actually smells like, how it's made, and how Essence Vanille uses real vanilla extract to bring warmth to any Marsté fragrance.