The History of Perfume
Just as today, back in ancient days, people also have expectations of fragrance and appearance. They began experimenting with natural materials in order to create perfumes.
Archaeologists have uncovered numerous pieces of evidences suggesting that perfume has been a part of ancient civilizations.
Ancient perfumes tried to capture the essence and beauty of the natural world.
The Ancient Egyptians loved beautiful fragrances. These scents came from gums, resin trees, oil and from a variety of plants. Historians believe that perfume was first used in rituals, as part of their religious ceremonies, creating a pleasant smell.
Perfumes also used as cosmetics and aphrodisiac, and sometimes aromatic herbs were used for medicine purposes.
Perfumes were applied as oil-based salves, while Incense was formed into small pellets and burned.
There is a rich and interesting history behind each antique perfume.
Just invest a little bit of time to learn about the history of perfume and explore the wonderful world of perfumes.
Perfume was an expensive luxury item created in Egypt for the elite and for export. Just as today, ancient perfumes were created and marketed in luxurious containers. Read about history of fragrance and perfume.
(more)There is no doubt in the fact that perfume is a personal choice. How to choose the right fragrance for the right occasion? Perfumes respond differently to different types of skin. Read about tips for wearing perfume and other interesting facts about perfumes and fragrances.
(more)Perfume manufacturing is a multi-million pound industry in pursuit of something elusive, powerful and subconscious. Is it true that perfume formulas are kept strictly confidential?
(more)In Ancient Egypt perfume bottles used to demonstrate fragrance mastery. Today, collections of extravagantly wonderful old perfume bottles can be a beautiful addition to any home. Read about the design and the elegant packaging of both old and new perfumes from miniature to large bottles.
(more)Perfume Facts
Perfume is more than just a pleasant smell. In fact, perfumes become a special part of our lives.
Here are some interesting facts about perfumes:
- Our ability to remember smell is greater than the ability to remember things that we have seen.
- Perfumes may influence our emotions. People’s sense of smell influences behavior and sets different moods.
- There are hundreds of perfumes released every year.
- For every 100 perfumes, there is only one successful.
- Many people buy perfumes not because of the scent but because of the perfume bottle.
- Distinctive luxurious bottles, suggests a world of precious, exclusive luxury as do their prices.
- Popular brand names are a defining factor in the fragrance industry.
- The most highly prized fragrances of the ancient world came from Egypt.
- The most famous brands were comparable to classic perfumes such as Channel No5.
- Scent, in the beginning, and in the end, is an evocation of something mystical, sophisticated and sensual.
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