CHANDRIKA'S Notes
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Thoughtful Drinks for Mother’s Day
Simple and refreshing drinks to prepare for Mother’s Day, including citrus spritzes, rhubarb drinks and warm infusions for a relaxed moment together.
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The World of White Florals
Discover white floral perfumes, from jasmine and tuberose to orange blossom. Learn what they smell like, who they suit, and how to choose one.
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The Science Behind White Floral Perfumes
White floral perfumes explained: discover the science behind jasmine, tuberose, scent diffusion, longevity, and why these fragrances last.
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Women Who Changed the World by Changing Their Own
Celebrating Women’s Month by honouring women leaders and everyday women whose personal growth creates meaningful global impact.
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Modern Perfume from Roses
Perfume from roses explained: discover warm, spiced, skin-close rose scents and how modern rose perfumes move beyond traditional floral notes.
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Love Languages and Scent
Explore love languages and scent, how perfume connects to emotion, memory, gifting, intimacy, and personal connection through sensory science.
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What Makes a Scent Feel Romantic
What makes a perfume romantic? Explore the sensory science behind warm, skin-close fragrances and why romance isn’t about florals.
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Calming Evening Drinks for Better Sleep
Discover why warm evening drinks support calm and sleep, from chamomile and honey to rooibos tea, with science-backed insight and rituals.
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Amber vs Resin: What’s the Difference?
Discover how resins and amber create warmth differently in perfume, from smooth glowing accords to textured, architectural depth on skin.
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Best Home Scents for Calm and Focus
Discover how home fragrance can support calm and focus together. Learn how scent regulates atmosphere, reduces sensory noise, and shapes daily living.
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Lemon, Bergamot & Soft Citrus Perfume Notes
Why citrus perfumes feel clarifying in winter. Discover how lemon and bergamot behave in cold weather, and how to wear soft citrus beautifully.
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Tea Notes in Perfume
Tea in perfumery speaks softly yet leaves a lasting impression. Clean, composed, and quietly comforting, tea notes bring balance, clarity, and elegance to fragrance, shaping scent in ways that feel...
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Fresh vs Cold Fragrances
In perfumery, “fresh” and “cold” are often used interchangeably, yet they create very different impressions on the skin. A fresh fragrance feels bright, clean, and energising, while a cold fragrance...
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Natural Detox Drinks at Home
Detox is often presented as a reset or a corrective response to excess, yet the body does not thrive on extremes. In reality, detoxification is a continuous, natural process supported...
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What “Detox” Really Means
January invites a quieter kind of reset. Rather than focusing on restriction or correction, this note explores detox as a gentle clearing of routines, spaces, senses, and daily...
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A Christmas Letter, Written with Love
Chandrika's reflection on gratitude, healing, and the journey so far, written with love, as we look ahead to what’s coming next.
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How to Create a Scented Evening Routine
Transform your evenings with calming fragrance rituals, scents that soften the mind, soothe the senses, and create a sanctuary of night-time elegance.
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Signature vs Seasonal Scents
Discover why you need both a signature scent and seasonal perfumes, an elegant balance of identity, chemistry, and refined fragrance wardrobe design.
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Tablescapes for Every Occasion
Explore the psychology and elegance of tablescaping, blending colour, texture, and scent to create memorable, seasonally inspired gatherings.
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Cosy Winter Fireplace Scents
Uncover the art of winter-warm perfumes, amber, oud, spices, and woods that recreate the glow of a fireplace and the comfort of home.
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The Autumn Fragrance Wardrobe
Discover the best autumn perfumes with a refined capsule fragrance wardrobe, fewer, finer scents chosen for elegance, comfort, and seasonal luxury.
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Luxury Gifting Etiquette
Find the perfect Christmas gift with Chandrika Thomas London, luxury perfumes and diffusers crafted with artistry, emotion, and refined elegance.
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Understanding the Woody Fragrance Family
Discover the rich, elegant world of the Woody Fragrance Family, warm, earthy, and timeless scents that evoke nature’s depth and sophistication.
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Oriental Perfumes + Aromatic Notes
Explore the history of Oriental perfumes, from ancient rituals to modern luxury, with rich spices, oud, florals, and resins.
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The Evolution of Masculine Scent
Explore the evolution of men’s fragrance, from bold leathers to refined modern blends, and discover the art of scent as a true mark of the gentleman.
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Why Perfume Smells Different on Everyone
Discover why perfumes smell different on each person. Explore the science, skin chemistry, and artistry behind your unique scent signature.
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How Fragrance Can Ease Everyday Stress
Discover how fragrance helps manage stress, balance mood, and restore calm through scent rituals with Chandrika Thomas London’s mindful creations.
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The Comfort of Scent in Colder Days
Discover how fragrance brings warmth, comfort, and joy to winter. Explore soothing notes, timeless rituals, and perfumes that glow in the cold season.
The Health Benefits of Fermentation
Discover the art and science of fermentation, a timeless ritual that nourishes gut health, immunity, mood, and beauty from within.
What to Wear This Autumn
Build your autumn capsule fragrance wardrobe with Chandrika Thomas London, curated perfumes for day, evening, weekend, and festive elegance.
Protecting Your Mental Health
Discover the story behind our creations, a journey of balance, purpose, and protecting mental health while building beauty with heart.
The History of Spiced Perfumes
Discover the timeless allure of spices in perfume, cinnamon, cardamom, saffron, and clove weaving history, luxury, and modern fragrance.
Self-Belief in Building a Business
Chandrika’s story of resilience, creativity, and self-belief, how fragrance and quiet determination built a lasting British luxury brand.