The POWERFUL Aromas of Ramadan
As humans, our sense of smell can transport us across time and place. It is a powerful connection to religion, to culture, and to oneself. The aroma of Ramadan is...
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What is the most common perfumery accord?
A perfumery accord is a combination of different fragrance ingredients that, when blended together, create a harmonious and well-rounded scent. The most common perfumery accord is the floral...
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Spirited Away, exploring the relationship between Gin & Perfume
Gin and perfume may seem like an unlikely pairing, but the two have a long and intertwined history. Both are created through the process of distillation, and both...
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Does S-E-X have a smell?
In short....The answer is 'Yes'. Sexual activity can produce a range of smells that bubble up from bodily fluids, pheromones, and even (brrrr) bacteria.During sexual arousal, the body sweats...
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So um, WTF is Iso E Super
Iso E Super is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that is widely used in the perfume industry. It was first developed in the 1970s by International Flavors and Fragrances...
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How do you measure a person's sense of smell?
There are several methods to measure a person's sense of smell, including:Sniff test: This involves presenting a person with a series of odorants and asking them to identify...
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Breaking down Metallic perfumes
Metallic perfumes are perfumes that are formulated to mimic the scent of metal. This can be achieved through a combination of both natural and synthetic ingredients.Natural ingredients that...
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What is the Vibration Theory of Olfaction?
The vibration theory of olfaction, also known as the vibrational theory, is a scientific theory that explains how our sense of smell works. According to this theory, the...
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So, um WTF is Galaxolide??
Galaxolide is a synthetic musk compound that is widely used in the fragrance industry. It was first synthesised in the 1960s by the Swiss chemical company Firmenich, and it...
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