Benzoin, from Siam to Sumatra
Benzoin Sumatra and Benzoin Siam are both types of resin that are commonly used in bukhoor and other aromatic applications. When burnt, they release a distinctive aroma that is slightly...
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Discovering Oakmoss as an ingredient in Bukhoor
Oakmoss is a type of lichen that grows on the bark of oak trees and other deciduous trees. It is commonly used in perfumes, colognes, and other fragrances...
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What is the difference between an Essential Oil, Concrete, Absolute & Resinoid?
An Essential Oil, Concrete, Absolute & Resinoid are all different types of concentrated plant extracts, but they differ in their extraction method, chemical composition, and properties. An essential...
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Weather and its Impact on our Ability to Smell
Did you know that weather effects more than our mood. We actually smell better under certain weather conditions. The ease and difficulty of smelling can be influenced by several...
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So um, WTF is Ambroxan
Ambroxan is a synthetic aroma compound that is commonly used in perfumes and fragrances as a replacement for ambergris, a substance that was traditionally used in perfumery but...
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Why is Bakhour especially meaningful during Ramadan ?
Bakhour, the wood chips of Oud, is a highly fragrant material that is burned to produce a sweet-smelling smoke. It is commonly used in Muslim cultures during Ramadan...
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Harvesting Flowers for the Perfume Industry
Have you ever wondered when flowers, fruits and herbs are harvested for the fragrance industry and what is their typical yield? The harvesting of flowers, fruits, and herbs...
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What is the Smell of a Forest and why we can't get enough!
You know that smell of the forest...its dense and damp and green...its mother nature, you inhale it inside you and for that moment you are one with the...
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What is a 'captive' in perfumery?
A fragrance captive is a proprietary aroma chemical or blend of chemicals that is created and used exclusively by a particular fragrance house or perfume company. In other...
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