The Milky Dream of Spices: Vanilla & Spices

"Smell is the memory of the soul; it brings the deepest memories to the surface in an instant." (George Sand). There are some scents that instantly take us to the safest moment of our childhood, the peace of a warm kitchen or a cozy winter evening shared with our loved ones. Vanilla & Spices is built on a wonderful balance of opposites: on the one hand, the innocence of milk and coconut, on the other hand, the fiery character of cinnamon and cloves. This scent represents that "warm embrace" we seek in a cold world.

Vanilla is the "gold standard" of the perfume world. Vanilla, which has been used as both an aphrodisiac and a relaxant since the Aztecs, is one of the strongest notes that psychologically evoke a feeling of "confidence" and "happiness" in the human mind. But vanilla is not alone in this story. The spices that accompany it (Cinnamon and Clove) have been the most valuable cargo of the Silk Road caravans throughout history and were given as gifts to the kings. When the purity of milk and white flowers combine with the passion of spices, a "gourmet" work of art emerges that is both soothing and intriguing.

ScentlinqPro's Vanilla & Spices fragrance begins its story with a surprisingly soft and "lactonic" (milky) introduction. Coconut and milk in the top notes give the scent a creamy, smooth and silky texture. These notes, combined with the delicateness of white flowers, create a feeling of "walking on a cloud". This opening is far from the sharp and nose-burning harshness of classic spice scents; On the contrary, it is inviting, motherly and enveloping.

When we get to the heart of the scent, a warm sun rises from that soft cloud. Cinnamon and clove in the middle notes strengthen the character of the scent and give it a backbone. The woody sweetness of cinnamon and the aromatic heat of clove warm the milky structure in the top notes, creating the feeling of a perfect "chai latte" or a warm dessert. The rose accompanying this spicy feast adds elegance to the composition. Rose breaks the harshness of the spices and creates a romantic and sophisticated bridge to the scent.

The finale of the story ends with a signature that will never be forgotten. The sweet vanilla in the base notes is the main element that ties all these components together. But the vanilla here is not a simple sugary scent; It is a ripe and rich vanilla blended with the creamy woody structure of sandalwood and the warmth reminiscent of musk skin scent. The harmony of sandalwood and milky notes makes the trace (sillage) left by the scent in the space incredibly "peaceful" and "luxurious".

Vanilla & Spices is a masterpiece designed for spaces where sincerity is at the forefront. To trigger appetite and happiness in a stylish patisserie, to give a "welcome home" feeling in a hotel lobby, or to keep your customers longer in your store on cold winter days… This scent is the refuge of those who seek simple and pure happiness in the complex world.

Source

Rainbird, George. The Book of Spices. Crescent Books, 1999.

Eccles, Dr. Ron. The Psychology of Vanilla. Cardiff University, 2006. (On the calming effects of vanilla).

Groom, Nigel. The New Perfume Handbook. Springer, 1997. (On lactonic and gourmet notes).

Dalby, Andrew. Dangerous Tastes: The Story of Spices. University of California Press, 2002.

Tisserand, Robert. The Art of Aromatherapy. Healing Arts Press, 1977.

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