Notes from the Perfumery

The world of perfumery is inherently political;  customs from ancient times immortalized through modern wellness, sacred/cultural rites, and everyday practices of self-care, beauty, and pleasure. Working with natural essences binds us to their diverse histories and wholly implicates us in the welfare of the land and peoples who’ve historically developed the art of scent. 

Bitter amber tears; a 5 000 year old ingredient!

There are different philosophies to entering the new year (or rather, this new year–just one of several observed). There's an undeniable call to start anew, to better ourselves, and to consider January 1st a fresh start. Conversely, there are those who counter this notion, and remind us of Mother Nature's flux; that winter is a dormant time, the precursor to springtime's rebirth. 

Scent and aroma are often described using similar language. Both are composed of notes that can be described as high or low, and as anyone who’s wandered out of the department store wearing one too many complimentary perfume spritzes can attest, perfume is certainly as capable as music at creating discordance.