Myrrh gum resin was also used as a stimulant tonic and is even used today as an antiseptic in mouthwashes as well as to treat sore gums and teeth.

Letting my mind wander freely while in search of the perfect scent. Monday, July 16, 2012. I had several ideas about the reasons for that, including our tradition of protestantism, social democracy, white and airy Scandinavian design and the horrendous Law of Jante, saying you should never be better than the rest. And in order for that to hap.

Sunday, June 22, 2008. Monday, May 12, 2008. I was very busy with doing other stuff, which I enjoyed very much so though. Friday, April 04, 2008. Read a post about Ida at Perfumesmellingthings.

Artisan perfumes made in Healdsburg, California. Welcome to Sonoma Scent Studio! Shop the original Mixed Media collection, including popular favorites such as Incense Pure, Tabac Aurea, and Winter Woods.

Life in Ireland and whimsical moments. Wednesday, June 24, 2015. Summer has also arrived! So sorry its been 6 months. The shop is filled with magical Spell Bottles and, hopefully in the next week or two, lots of other magical goodies. You will find me at here.

Perfume Shopping around the World. Or was it a case of a mistaken egg identity? Every day, as I drive by on my way to wo.

Anne Raver, In The Garden, The New York Times, August 20, 2014. And now for some inspiration from women garden designers who are English! August 5, 2015.

Mindful of things that make me happy. Is there any season to compare with Christmas in the range and variety of lovely fragrances it evokes? One of my favorite blogs, Bois de Jasmin. Has had posts in which readers recommend various perfumes to wear on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and throughout the holiday season. So much fun to read what others recommend and enjoy! I decided to layer the gorgeous attar of Taif Rose.