Fragrance and flavour are both composed of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be sensed by the nose and mouth, respectively. Many of the same compounds are responsible for both the fragrance and flavor of...

You want for me, when I'm not thereOn my side of the bed, its cold and emptyYou turn to me, but I dare not to moveThis game of love is always lose lose We're like magnets,...

Perfumes are made from a wide variety of ingredients, and some of the most bizarre ingredients used in perfumes include:Animal secretions: Certain animals secrete substances that have a distinctive scent, such as musk from the...

Lily and Lily of the Valley (aka Muguet) are two different flowers that are commonly used in perfumery and are often confused.Lily is a large family of flowering plants that includes many species, including the...

In the soft glow a moment hangs Suspended from two heartsCaught between desire and fearGazes drawn irresistibly repelled by doubt A secret darkness A moment of hungerA kiss unleashed An unquenchable thirst So they stand fixedA silent embrace bornOf desire and fearLocked away...

Tracing the Fragrant Trail: The Earliest Trade Stories of Oud Between Asia and the Middle East The trade of oud, a precious aromatic resin, has a history as rich and intricate as its scent. Dating...

In the heart of Chinatown, behind an old brick lane you will find a single wild row of flowers and herbs, a riot of colours and aromatics, untamed and free. Every day, a gardener tends to its whims,...

The cost of a perfumery ingredient can depend on a number of factors, including its rarity, its production method, and its perceived value. Some of the key synthetic perfumery ingredients include:Hedione: This is a synthetic...

Incense and bakhoor (also spelled bukhoor) are both used for their aromatic properties and their connections to spirituality and culture. Lets explore the origins and raw materials used in each: Incense in Asia: Herbs and Spices: In...