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Can Perfume be considered Spiritual?

Can Perfume be considered Spiritual?

Perfume can be considered spiritual in the sense that it has the ability to evoke emotions and memories, and can be used in religious and spiritual practices. Fragrances have been used in religious and spiritual...
Is the human sense of smell a diminishing skill?

Is the human sense of smell a diminishing skill?

There is evidence to suggest that the human sense of smell may be declining in some populations, particularly in industrialized countries. A study published in the journal Chemical Senses in 2002 found that the ability...
The Secret Scent of a Juicy Peach

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 fruit and its high water content makes...
How many different smells can the human nose differentiate?

How many different smells can the human nose differentiate?

It is difficult to provide an exact number for how many different smells the human nose can differentiate as the human sense of smell is incredibly complex and varies from one person to another.Scientists estimate...
Discovering Tonka Bean as an ingredient in Bukhoor

Discovering Tonka Bean as an ingredient in Bukhoor

Tonka bean is a fragrant seed from the tonka tree, which is native to South America. It has a sweet and warm aroma that is often described as a combination of vanilla, almond, and cinnamon....
Benzoin, from Siam to Sumatra

Benzoin, from Siam to Sumatra

Benzoin Sumatra and Benzoin Siam are both types of resin that are commonly used in bukhoor and other aromatic applications. When burnt, they release a distinctive aroma that is slightly different between the two types. Benzoin is a...
Discovering Oakmoss as an ingredient in Bukhoor

Discovering Oakmoss as an ingredient in Bukhoor

Oakmoss is a type of lichen that grows on the bark of oak trees and other deciduous trees. It is commonly used in perfumes, colognes, and other fragrances because of its earthy, musky aroma. When...
What is the difference between an Essential Oil, Concrete, Absolute & Resinoid?

What is the difference between an Essential Oil, Concrete, Absolute & Resinoid?

An Essential Oil, Concrete, Absolute & Resinoid are all different types of concentrated plant extracts, but they differ in their extraction method, chemical composition, and properties. An essential oil is a highly concentrated liquid that...
Weather and its Impact on our Ability to Smell

Weather and its Impact on our Ability to Smell

Did you know that weather effects more than our mood. We actually smell better under certain weather conditions. The ease and difficulty of smelling can be influenced by several weather factors, these include the following factors...