MINDFULNESS AT THE MUSEUM -- REFLECTIONS --
What happens when scent meets story and history meets healing?Last weekend at the National Museum of Singapore, we reimagined the raw materials of the spice route - clove,...
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Unveiling the Origins: The Story of Oud's Discovery and Cultural Reverence
The journey of Oud, a fragrance treasure, begins with the ancient civilisations of the East, where its discovery and usage were woven into the fabric of daily life,...
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Oud: By Any Other Name
Oud, also known as Agarwood, is referred to by various names around the world. How many do you know? Oud (عود) - Arabic (Middle East) Agarwood - English...
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Elemi Gum: Sweet & Resinous, Spiritual Smoke
In the enchanting world of perfumery, Elemi Gum emerges as a captivating note of timeless tranquility. Inside Oo La Lab, we embark on a fragrant journey where Elemi Gum...
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Roasted Hazelnut, the Ingredient your Bukhoor may be Missing
Hazelnut is a type of nut that is known for its sweet and nutty flavour. When hazelnut oil is heated or burnt, such as in bukhoor, it releases...
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Explaining the chemical structure of Tuberose
Tuberose is a delightfully fragrant flowering plant that is widely used in perfumes and other fragrances. The fragrance of tuberose is thanks to a complex mixture of volatile organic compounds...
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Mmmm Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a spice that is derived from the inner bark of several tree species.The aroma of burnt cinnamon is characterised by a combination of sweet and spicy notes,...
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Tobacco, the maligned fragrance note
Tobacco is a plant that is commonly used for smoking, and when it is burnt, it releases a distinct and potent aroma that is often described as rich,...
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The Secret Scent of a Juicy Peach
Peaches do contain essential oils, but the amount present is very small, making it impractical to extract them for commercial purposes. Additionally, the delicate nature of the peach...
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