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The History of Fragrances
The Years 1970
The seventies woman claimed her individuality and proudly wore a "lifestyle" scent. Men started to use scent independently of their grooming/shaving ritual. learn more
Manufacturing Techniques
Olfactive Family
Chypre
Based on a woody, mossy, floral accord, which can include leathery or fruity notes as well, chypre perfumes have a rich and lingering scent. learn more
brands
Raw materials
Pepper (Piper Nigrum)
Spicy, fresh, woody, dry. learn more