SPICY FRAGRANCES

Cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg are spices that not only convey warmth but also awaken the energy of our senses. Pepper adds a spicy, vibrant touch, while cardamom combines warm, citrusy facets that illuminate the fragrance. In perfumery, spices not only add depth to the scent, but are also associated with spirituality, the pursuit of emotional well-being, and sensuality. In terms of flavor, they blend spiciness and sweetness with nuances that satisfy the palate, offering a stimulating, satisfying effect. You may not be able to describe the smell of a perfume, but you certainly know and recognize the scent of the most common spices in your region very well, a bridge to your family and cultural roots.

Spices are part of our ancient culture. The Egyptians used spices in religious ceremonies and in perfumed oils, as a symbol of status and a means of connecting with the divine. This tradition continued in Greek and Roman civilizations until, in the Middle Ages, the value of spices increased to such an extent that their price far exceeded that of gold.
Beyond their role as seasonings and preservatives, spices have always been linked to the world of perfume. Their intense, enveloping aroma has been used for hundreds of years to give perfumes a richness of nuance, as well as to provide fixation and potency.
"Today, Madagascar, Indonesia, and Southeast Asia complete the map of the great places of origin of spices," observes Dominique Roques in his book The Essence Seeker, in which he recounts how the spice trade began first by land, to "join the caravans of frankincense and myrrh coming from Arabia," and then by sea, when the Greeks and Romans began the routes to India.