INGREDIENT FILES FEMININE FRAGRANCE

LIME

PEACH

ROSE

MAGNOLIA

FRANGIPANI

MUSKS

AMBER WOODS

OLFACTORY PYRAMID

WOMEN’S FRAGRANCE

LIME

Although known as “green lemon” in French, it is ripe

and is not a lemon; more precisely, it is a lime, or sweet

lime, the fruit of the lime tree.

It looks like a smaller lemon and has an extremely fine,

green peel. The pulp is tart and very juicy.

Originally from India or Malaysia, lime trees spread

throughout the Mediterranean with the Crusades and

were introduced to the New World by the Portuguese.

Note: citrusy, green, zesty, tart

Essential oil

Cistus aurantifolia (Citrus aurantifolia - ?)

PEACH

The peach is the fruit of the peach tree, which belongs

to the rosaceae family. It originated in China, where it

has been known since Antiquity, and grows in

temperate and Mediterranean climates. Another

member of the peach family, the nectarine comes in

clingstone and freestone varieties; nectarines have

different colors and varying skin textures.

Peach fragrance is used in fine perfumery and often

adds a fruity, velvety touch to floral bouquets.

Note: fruity, velvety

Harmony

Prunus Persica

DAMASK ROSE

The Damask rose is a cross between Rosa gallica and

Rosa moschata. It is named for the city of Damascus

because the Crusaders discovered it there.

In Antiquity, it was adored by the Greeks, Romans and

Persians. Nero filled his apartments with it and gave it

to his guests to eat during evening gatherings. Later,

the Catholic church associated it to the cult of the

Virgin Mary.

This rose is grown in Turkey, as well as in Morocco and

Bulgaria.

Note: flowery, honeyed, litchi-like

Origin: Turkey

Essence and absolute

Rosa damascena

MAGNOLIA

The magnolia belongs to the magnoliaceae family. This

tree may have pink, white or cream-colored flowers.

They have the delicate shape of a tulip or a star and

give off an intoxicating honeyed fragrance.

Magnolias symbolize an attachment to nature, strength

and fidelity in love.

Note: flowery, lemony, fresh

Origin: Asia and North America

Essence

Magnolia grandiflora

FRANGIPANI FLOWER

Note: almond-like, flowery, sunny

Origin: Central America and Asia

Harmony

Plumeria frangipane

On several islands in the Pacific Ocean, includingTahiti,

Fiji and Hawaii, frangipani flowers are used to faire leis,

which are traditional flower garlands worn like a

necklace.

In Bangladesh, women wear this flower above their

right ear to indicate that they are looking for a partner,

or above the left ear if they already have one.

Frangipani flowers are more fragrant at night in order

to attract hummingbirds for pollination.

SENSUAL MUSKS

White musks enhance the fragrance trail and the long-

lastingness of a perfume while adding comfort and

mildness for a “second skin” feeling.

Note: powdery, sensual, clean

AMBER WOODS

The amber woods harmony is based on a vibrant mixture

of ingredients such as Orcanox™, with a warm, woody

and amber-like scent, which is as sensual as skin.

Note: woody, amber-like

Harmony

Harmony

INGREDIENT FILES MASCULINE FRAGRANCE

MANDARIN

LAVENDER OIL

APPLE

VIOLET LEAF

SANDALWOOD

AMBER HARMONY

OLFACTORY PYRAMID

MEN’S FRAGRANCE

MANDARIN ESSENCE

Botanical name

Citrus reticulata

Origin

Italy

How obtained

Cold expression of fruit peels. For one kilo of essence, 1350 kilos of fruit are required.

OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION

Mandarin adds fruity notes which are very clean and natural, with a fresh, zesty, aldehyde facet.

History

Originally from South China, the mandarin was offered during festivities to the highest authorities, called

mandarins, who gave their name to the fruit. Flourishing under ample sun and light, the mandarin was

introduced to the Mediterranean basin in the 19th century and is now grown mainly in southern Europe,

the United States and South Africa. This small tree with star-shaped white flowers which perfume the

spring air is particularly at home in Italy and is cultivated in Sicily, Calabria and Campania.

The mandarin ripens in the fall. From its bitter, fragrant peel, which is dried and used in Chinese

medicine, to its pulp, the fruit is an amazing concentrate of vital elements. Its sweet, juicy pulp, with a

characteristic, very mild taste and unique scent, is eaten as is, candied or cooked. Finally, its citrusy,

fruity, delicate and sparkling fragrance is known for its ability to calm and as a stimulant to imagination

and creativity. This, in turn, has given rise to the symbolism associated to this miraculous fruit; sunny and

carefree, the mandarin is the Mediterranean’s lucky charm.

Botanical nameLavandula hybrida

OriginMediterranean basin

How obtained

Steam distillation of the plant

OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION

Aromatic, lavender-like and herbaceous

History

Rustic and covered with blossoms, lavandin in a natural hybrid variety resulting from a cross between true lavender (Lavandula angustifolia or Lavandula officinalis) and spike lavender (Lavandula latifolia) and blooms from May to August. Originally from the western Mediterranean basin, lavender was used by the Romans to store linens and scent baths. In the Middle Ages, women in Provence used it to perfume clothing. They were known as “lavandières,” which gave rise to the English word “laundry”.

Today, its smell is associated to the notion of cleanliness and masculinity because lavender or lavandin are part of the “fougère” structure.

LAVANDIN ESSENCE

VIOLET LEAF HARMONY

How obtained

Harmony created by the perfume designer using a combination of various scent molecules

OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION

Violet leaf gives off powerful green notes with light and very elegant hints of suede.

Histoire

Violet leaf is an emblematic ingredient in perfumes since its slightly retro notes combine elegantly with

more recent, modern notes.

A small perennial plant with sweet, edible flowers, the violet has been treasured for thousands of years

because of its beauty, scent and taste. Its fragrance is said to be an aphrodisiac.

In ancient Greece, violets symbolized love and fertility and were planted around the temple of

Aphrodite, goddess of love.

Because he loved the flower, Napoleon was sometimes called “Corporal Violet”. The flower thus became

the emblem of the imperial Napoleonic party. In England, violet was one of the most popular scents

during the Victorian era. Violets are often associated to simplicity and modesty. Their fragrance

contributes to longevity. They induce optimism and cheerfulness.

APPLE HARMONY

Processing

Since it is not possible to obtain an apple extract, the harmony is created using ingredients

from the perfume designer’s palette.

OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION

Fruity, juicy, sweet notes

History

“Pomme,” the French word for apple, comes from the Latin “pomum,” meaning “fruit,” since the

Romans considered it to be the “fruit of fruits”. For similar reasons, the apple is commonly known as the

“forbidden fruit” for its role in the expulsion from paradise.

Visitors to the Hesperidian gardens ate golden apples. Golden apples were also found in the Christian

paradise and in Celtic tradition, King Arthur is buried on the magic island of Avalon, known as the “Island

of Apples”.

In white magic, the apple is used for vowing love. If you want someone to love you, share with that

person a red apple which has been rubbed and warmed in your hands. Fresh and delicate, the apple

blossom has been a preferred ingredient for love charms since time immemorial.

AMBROXAN

Processing

Ambroxan is an olfactory compound created through organic research. The molecule is

synthesized in the laboratory from sclareol, a natural component of clary sage extract.

OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION

Note: ambergris-like, musky, labdanum-like, woody, animal

Histoire

Ambroxan has enabled replacing natural ambergris (sperm whale secretions) in perfumes. This expensive

synthetic product does not occur naturally and is currently an essential ingredient in perfumery.

Ambroxan is used as a base note. The molecule makes the fragrance trail last longer while adding

incomparable velvetiness and sensuality. Its smell is very complex, featuring musky, woody, almost animal

tones. For some, it recalls skin; it reminds others of the amber character of labdanum or clary sage.

SANDALWOOD HARMONY

Processing

The harmony is reproduced by the perfume designer using various ingredients from the

fragrance palette.

OLFACTORY DESCRIPTION

Woody, oriental, powdery, milky, creamy notes; permeates readily and is very persistent

History

Sandalwood originated in the Pacific. Sandalwood is an evergreen parasite. In the language of trees, it

symbolizes mystery.

This sacred wood was used to build temples and played an important role in Buddhism, Hinduism and the

Muslim religion. In addition, since the wood is easy to sculpt, it was used to create statues of various

deities.

Burmese women customarily sprinkle a mixture of sandalwood and rose on others to purify their body and

mind.

Australian Aboriginals eat the nuts and fruits of local sandalwood variety.