Agarbatti or Incense sticks have their name derived from agarwood which is a commonly used material in the world of incense. It is made of aromatic materials which release a pleasing fragrant smoke when burnt. It helps in calming the nerves and brings peace and tranquility to the home. The ancient text of the Vedas has… Continue reading Agarbatti – Traditional Incense Sticks
Sandalwood – The Fragrance of The Divine.
The oil from sandalwood is obtained by distillation from the dried heartwood of the Santalum Album plant. Known for its divine smell for the last 4000 years, Chandan as it’s called in Sanskrit is one of the most important ingredients in different cultures. It has strong spiritual properties and helps incite the feeling of calmness… Continue reading Sandalwood – The Fragrance of The Divine.
The Benefits Of Vetiver Oil
The following are some of the known benefits of Vetiver oil. It has the ability to relieve anxiety and depression and create a calming and soothing effect on the mind. It is very effective to induce a good night sleep and give relief from insomnia This oil can help to increase concentration and is a good… Continue reading The Benefits Of Vetiver Oil
Vetiver Oil – The Fragrance Of Tranquility
The vetiver oil is derived from the roots of the vetiver plant which belongs to the grass family. It grows in tropical regions. In India, it is known as khus. The sensuous and deeply calming scent of this oil is why it is called the oil of tranquility. It captures the fragrance of the soil. It… Continue reading Vetiver Oil – The Fragrance Of Tranquility
Amber Is Not Ambergris
There are no similarities between amber and ambergris except the similar-sounding names. Amber is a fossilized tree resin obtained from the Baltic pine trees. Unlike ambergris which has a low burning point, which when heated can be easily penetrated by a needle, the burning point of amber is very high. Ambergris is a light waxy material… Continue reading Amber Is Not Ambergris
The Usage Of Ambergris In Perfumery
In the making of perfumes and attars, ambergris is one of the highest quality materials used as a fixative. It helps to preserve and enhance the notes of the scent and extend the tenacity on the skin. It brings alive all of the other materials it comes in contact with. In most cases when the usage… Continue reading The Usage Of Ambergris In Perfumery
The Myth Of Coffee Beans To Cure Olfactory Fatigue
Olfactory fatigue is the temporary disability to distinguish an odor after prolonged exposure to the smell. It is also known as odor fatigue, olfactory habituation, or nose blindness. It happens as an example of neural adaptation to prevent the nervous system from overreacting to access stimuli. When you visit an attar or perfume shop and… Continue reading The Myth Of Coffee Beans To Cure Olfactory Fatigue
An Introduction To Ambergris
Ambergris is a remarkable, wonderfully smelling natural material obtained from the excretion of the sperm whale. The sperm whale is a massive gigantic mammal. It has a four-chambered stomach. The whale cannot chew its food and it swallows all of its food every day which is close to a ton of sea creatures like squid, sharks,… Continue reading An Introduction To Ambergris
The Smell Of Oud Oil
The Oud essential oil is produced by methods of distillation from the agarwood obtained from the Aquilaria trees. The purest of oils from aged forest wood can even be priced in the range of $100,000 per litre. It is also known as liquid gold due to its very high value. The smell of Oud oil… Continue reading The Smell Of Oud Oil
Introduction To Oud
Oud the Arabic word for wood is generally referred to as Agarwood. Also known as aloeswood or eaglewood. It is an aromatic dark resinous wood that is derived from the heartwood of the Aquilaria malaccensis trees found in the rain forests of Southeast Asia. When the Aquilaria trees in the forest are damaged by any external forces like… Continue reading Introduction To Oud