Balsam trees in perfumery

Amazing substances in their sound can be called substances that are products of a special type of trees, balsam trees. These substances include tolu balm, elemi balm, Peruvian balm, styrax, cayenne frankincense, myrrh and other balms.

Most of the balsams are named after trees found in tropical countries. These trees emit a viscous liquid that has not only an unusual exotic smell, but also healing properties. Due to the content of various chemical compounds, balms are able to heal wounds, have antibacterial effects and soothe the nervous system.

Care should be taken when using balms, both in aromatic and in medicinal products, as they can be toxic or cause allergies.

For a long time, balms have been used not only for the manufacture of aromas and potions, but also in religious ceremonies, in various magical sacraments and conspiracies.

Warm, soft aroma of balsams, a little sweetish, has become popular in perfumery for a long time. The aroma of balms is especially felt in oriental fragrances. They are popular in niche and selective perfumery. Balsamic notes give the fragrances a luxurious oriental touch, full of sensuality, mystery and mystery.

So, what are they, balsam-scented perfumes?

Biagiotti due donna from the Laura Biagiotti brand - a fragrance about a romantic love story. In a bright composition, notes of mandarin, cedar, musk, rose, jasmine, amber, as well as orange blossom, magnolia and, finally, elemi balsam sound in complete harmony.

Perfume for men Les Exclusifs Arabian Diamond Is a luxurious perfume with woody notes of cedar, sandalwood, guryun balsam, oak moss, musk and amber.

Opium pour Homme, from the Yves Saint Laurent company, eau de toilette for men. France, 1995.

The perfume has an enchanting and hypnotic scent. It is multifaceted and luxurious. The composition of the fragrance intoxicates, enveloping woody-balsamic notes framed with precious spices. Perfumer Jacques Cavallier. The composition contains currants, vanilla, galanga, pepper, star anise, ginger, tolu balsam and atlas cedar. The rich composition gives shades of mystery and mysticism.

"Around Midnight" by Mark Buxton, unisex eau de parfum, France, 2009

"Around Midnight" is a noble sound. A cloud of balsamic notes will envelop you in tempting shades. And this is not surprising, because the composition includes geranium, jasmine, chamomile, elemi, styrax, incense, cistus, patchouli and cedar. The author of the great perfume Mark Buxton.

Ambre Precieux by Maitre Parfumeur et Gantier, eau de toilette for men. France, 1988

Despite the long term of creation, the fragrance "Ambre Precieux" remains extremely attractive and popular. It has warm, sunny notes of amber that echo with hints of spice and balsamic tones. The sophisticated aroma beautifully reveals itself with hints of amber, lavender, myrtle, nutmeg, it contains tolu balsam, Peruvian balsam, vanilla and ambergris. Perfume for real and noble men.

Orientalissime from the French perfume brand Esteban. Precious notes of an oriental scent with a warm, enveloping composition that features notes of bergamot, black tea, oud wood, patchouli, sandalwood and balsam.

Scent L`Artisan Parfumeur entitled L`Eau d`Ambre... This fragrance is a real ode to charm and charm. Precious notes of vanilla, geranium, amber, balsam and patchouli create a luxurious perfume that can emphasize the mystery and sensuality of its owner.

Scent Flоwer by Kenzo Oriental by Alberto Morillas for Kenzo. Deep, exciting, it evokes vivid associations, conquers with its passion and sensuality.The fiery composition consists of a combination of velvety shades of floral, spicy, woody and balsamic notes: vanilla, musk, violet, rose, pepper, qiara, incense and balsam. The scent is worthy of the most delightful woman.

Luxurious perfume called Black orchid created by perfumers from the Givaudan concern for the Tom Ford brand. This floral-chypre oriental fragrance has an extraordinary power of charm, thanks to a rich composition consisting of contrasting notes of vanilla and bergamot, sandalwood and jasmine, lotus and orchid, ylang - ylang and patchouli, vetiver, black currant, citrus tints, as well as a warm and enchanting trail of incense , chocolate, fruit, truffle and balsam.

Scent Santal blanc for the brand Serge lutens... Perfumer Christopher Sheldrake has created an amazingly refined and sophisticated perfume, with a rare beauty combination of woody, spicy and floral notes. Velvet shades of flowers and sandalwood, spices and balms will enchant you and take you to the land of dreams and dreams. Its composition includes notes of sandalwood, musk, rose, jasmine, iris, violet root, pepper, cinnamon, benzoin resin, balsam and cedar.

And one more scent that cannot be overlooked. It is oriental perfume Shalimar from the renowned perfumery at home Guerlain... The fragrance gives the skin a feeling of warmth and sensuality, creates the image of a woman, from whom men “lose their heads”. Shalimar contains an incredibly luxurious scent of mandarin, lemon and bergamot, giving way to the radiant glow of rose, jasmine and iris. But its main advantage is the noble and sensual sound of precious woods and resins: cedar and vanilla, patchouli and leather, benzoin, incense, opopanax and balsam.

Despite the high cost of balms and, accordingly, aromas that include these substances, many fans of perfumery art prefer these particular aromas. Their soft, warm and noble sound is associated with the mysteries and secrets of the East, with the hot sun and the breath of a gentle warm breeze, with intoxicating resinous aromas and exotic flowers.