by Sylvaine Delacourte
An invitation to explore and understand the art of perfume. Discover raw materials, accords and the inner workings of creation, where learning meets inspiration.
1. Introduction: My encounter with 34 boulevard Saint-Germain My very first review goes to a house that shaped the beginning of my career in perfumery. When I visited…
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Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum or Extrait: Which One Really Lasts Longest? The Truth from an Expert This is the question…
Eau de Cologne: From Miracle Remedy to the Emperor’s Perfume In the Middle Ages, it was recognised that perfume could heal. During…
Bergamot in Perfumery: The Green Gold of Calabria and Queen of the Hesperides Before delving into the details of bergamot — its…
How to Choose Your Winter Perfume: A Guide to Comforting Notes Winter transforms our relationship with perfume. When temperatures drop and daylight…
Castoreum: History, Leathery Scent and the Ban on This Animalic Note in Perfumery Castoreum is an oily secretion produced by the beaver,…
Hyraceum or Africa Stone: The Ethical Animalic Note in Perfumery Hyraceum, also known as “Africa Stone”, is an animalic essence used in…
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