fragrance vs. perfume

Fragrance vs. Perfume  Who doesn’t love a fragrance or perfume that transports us to the serenity of an English garden? Or conjures images of our Grandmother’s roses? When I lived in Paris I loved going to Galeries Lafayette and smelling all the...

Bergamot

Bergamot Origin Bergamot has been used for hundreds of years by perfumers in Western Europe for its ability to mingle with other fragrances. Its medicinal history dates back to the 16th century when the Italians used the oil for fevers, as an antiseptic, for...

Cedarwood

Ah, the enchanting allure of cedarwood! A timeless and opulent ingredient that graces the perfumer’s palette, renowned for its warm, woody, and subtly spicy aroma. You will find it formulated in my signature perfume Flourish.  Allow me to take you on a...

Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

What is Ylang Ylang? Ylang Ylang, a captivating fragrance that may not be familiar to you by name, but its sweet and floral essence is likely to have crossed your path. This exquisite aroma is often found in perfumes and skin care products, most notably in the...

Stress and our body

Stress, unfortunately, is a part of life. How do you manage your stress?  Stress and our hair and body I distinctly remember in my 30s waking up and looking in the mirror to find my first grey hair. It should not have shocked me as I was in the process of a...