The beauty of bottles When you remember yourself as a child: Did you ever awe at your mother’s collection of artsy perfume bottles or your father’s cool, sleek bottles of cologne? The classic bottles glistened in the sun like gems – wearing crowns in whimsical shapes. These bottles hold precious ingredients and also display as …
Fragrance
The Sound of Fragrance
The sound of fragrance You might typically consider music and scent two separate arts. Actually, they go together pretty well. Both comprise notes, evolve, tell countless stories, and trigger an enthusiastic response. The smell of a cashmere sweater reminds us of a favorite party (and all the music we remember). Scent can even remind us …
Indonesian Patchouli: The Silent Fragrance Star
Indonesian Patchouli: The Silent Fragrance Star Moldy, muddy, damp, and something you would rather connect with a dark window-less basement. Would you expect one of the most popular fragrance ingredients behind this description? The source of this scent looks quite bland. Patchouli – a low-growing leafy green plant, delivers one of the most popular fragrance …
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If You Like Piña Colada…
If You Like Piña Colada… Picture this—a frosty Piña Colada, dancing palm trees, freshly lathered coconut lotion, and the sun shining down on you, creating the ultimate tropical experience. Sounds like a vacation—long overdue? But who says this scene exists only seasonally or just for leisure? Every day can have a touch of the tropics! …
An Apple a Day
An Apple a Day Did you know that humans have been eating apples since 6,500 BC? What first comes to mind when you think of apples? Desserts—there is Thanksgiving Apple Pie, Chausson aux Pommes, Tarte Tatin, or Latkes. The options are endless! Cider? The last few years have seen a resurgence of the beverage. Brands …