Oud, or agarwood, is a priceless treasure of nature. It's one of the noblest components of perfumery. In this chapter, set in the heart of Bangladesh, we explore its ancient and precious history in the company of Firmenich perfumer Hamid Merati-Kashani.
Naturals Together | Discovering the Balm of Copahu
In this chapter, accompanied by Carmita Magalhaes, perfumer at Firmenich, cross the Amazon rainforest in search of copaiba wood resin.
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Naturals Together | Discovering the Centifolia rose
The rose. It is one of those essentials in the world of perfumery. The Centifolia rose is the pride of the Grasse region. Exceptionally abundant, it is at once rich, dense, precious, and fragile. ...
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