Why I Still Believe Perfume Is More Than Smell
I do not want you to feel like you are wearing perfume. I want it to disappear into you. You do not wear perfume. You consume it.
How Perfume Has Changed
Ever wondered how perfume has changed over the decades but you didn’t want to have to dig through 140 years of perfume sales data AND the recipes…I have saved you the trouble 😁. Here you go…perfume ingredients by decade. I looked at the top perfumes for a decade then looked at the notes. This is based on about 70-100 of the top selling fragrances since 1880. 🌸🌹🍋🌿1880s - 1890s:Top Notes: Citrus Oils (Bergamot, Lemon)Heart Notes: Florals (Rose, Jasmine)Base Notes: Musk, Vanillin, Coumarin1900s - 1910s:Top Notes: AldehydesHeart Notes: Orris Root, LavenderBase Notes: Civet, Ambergris1920s - 1930s:Top Notes: AldehydesHeart Notes: Sandalwood, VetiverBase...
Welcome to Dragon Perfumes: A Journey into Luxury and Spirituality
Embark on a Fragrant Odyssey with Dragon Perfumes Welcome, fragrance enthusiasts, to Dragon Perfumes—where luxury and spirituality mix to create a sensory experience like no other. Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the realm of niche fragrances, exploring the artistry behind each bottle and the spiritual essence that sets us apart. Unveiling the Essence of Luxury At Dragon Perfumes, we redefine luxury with a commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Our perfumes are more than scents; they are curated works of art, each bottle encapsulating the essence of art. We even chose to have our labels hand...
Unveiling the Secrets of Perfumery: Ancient vs. Modern Fragrances
Perfumes: Ancient perfumers employed techniques such as maceration, enfleurage, and distillation. These labor-intensive processes involved soaking botanical materials in oils, extracting essential oils through heat or steam, or capturing scents through animal fats.
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Perfume Attracts...The Data Says So
While the effects of wearing fragrance on attraction can be subjective and dependent on individual preferences, there is some data that suggests fragrance can indeed have an impact. Here are a few ways in which data shows that wearing fragrance can attract: Positive Perception: Numerous studies have found that individuals who wear fragrance are generally perceived more positively by others. For example, a study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science demonstrated that participants rated individuals wearing a pleasant-smelling fragrance as more attractive, confident, and likable compared to those who were not wearing any fragrance. Increased Approachability: Fragrance can...
Natural Isolates
Natural isolates are created through a process called fractional distillation. This process involves heating the plant material and collecting the volatile aromatic molecules as they evaporate. The collected molecules are then purified to remove any impurities or unwanted compounds, resulting in a pure, concentrated aromatic compound.
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