Something You Should Know About Perfume

Perfume has the ability to influence mood and emotions. Understanding the science behind how fragrance affects the brain can help individuals choose scents that enhance their mood and improve their overall well-being. This blog explores the relationship between perfume and mood, providing tips on selecting scents to evoke specific emotions and create a positive sensory experience.

I keep a running list of ingredients I use the most.  It can vary as new natural suppliers appear and environmental constraints make something 'unusable'.  Here are my top 20 most used natural perfume ingredients and their benefits: Natural Perfume Ingredient Benefits Bergamot Uplifting and calming, helps to relieve anxiety and depression Cedarwood Grounding and calming, helps to relieve stress and tension Cinnamon Warming and comforting, helps to improve circulation and boost energy Clary Sage Relaxing and mood-lifting, helps to balance hormones and ease stress Frankincense Meditative and grounding, helps to reduce stress and anxiety Geranium Balancing and calming, helps to...

Ylang-ylang, pronounced "ee-lang ee-lang," is a tropical flower that has been used for centuries in perfumery. It is known for its sweet, floral scent that is often described as exotic, sensual, and mysterious. As a perfumer, I have worked with ylang-ylang in many fragrance compositions, and in this post, I will share with you the secrets of this fascinating ingredient. The Origins of Ylang-Ylang Ylang-ylang is native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia. Its scientific name, Cananga odorata, means "fragrant cananga" and refers to the tree that produces the flower. Ylang-ylang flowers are delicate and pale...

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Essential oils are widely known for their various therapeutic properties, ranging from calming effects to pain relief. However, not many people know about the sesquiterpenes present in essential oils that contribute to these beneficial properties. Sesquiterpenes are a class of terpenes that contain 15 carbon atoms and are found in many plants, including those used to produce essential oils. These compounds are known for their potent anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties. One of the most well-known sesquiterpenes is beta-caryophyllene, which is found in various essential oils such as clove, black pepper, and copaiba. Beta-caryophyllene has been shown to have anti-inflammatory...