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The Swiss stone pine (lat.: Pinus cembra), also known as the "Queen of the Alps", is a coniferous tree that grows in the Alpine region and thrives at extreme altitudes of up to 2500m. The valuable Swiss stone pine oil is extracted from the needles, branches and heartwood.

During production, care is taken to select only the richest material. This is followed by a process of air drying to remove excess moisture and preserve the fragrances. The actual extraction of the essence is a process that uses steam distillation.

Due to its characteristic scent with resinous and woody nuances, it is valued for its refreshing and soothing properties.

The Italian lemon, known for its vibrant citrus freshness, is a highly sought-after ingredient in perfumery. Its scent is reminiscent of sunny Mediterranean landscapes and gives every perfume composition an invigorating top note. The essential oil of the lemon is obtained by cold pressing the fruit peel, extracting the pure essence of its unmistakable aroma. Its unique fresh, floral and aromatic facets resonate into the heart notes of the perfume creations and give them an extraordinary energy.

Pink pepper, a coveted and unique fragrance note in perfumery, embodies timeless elegance and individuality. Its scent captivates with a subtle blend of piquant, spicy and fruity notes that give the perfume an incomparable appeal. The essential oils of pink pepper are carefully distilled using steam to capture the ripe berries in all their glory.

The essence of the iris is not extracted from the flower, but from the rhizome or root of the plant. The pale iris, botanically known as Iris pallida, is used in perfume production. It comes from the Florentine region in Italy. After a three-year growth phase, the rhizomes are harvested, dried and then ground into a fine powder.

Steam distillation produces a viscous essence, also known as "iris butter". This essence of the iris envelops the senses in an elegant, floral fragrance with powdery nuances and fascinating depth.

The Rose Centafolia, also known as the "Rose de Mai", is a delicate and highly sought-after rose variety that only blooms once a year. Due to their delicate nature, the flowers are too fragile for conventional distillation. Therefore, after harvesting, they are processed into a precious absolute by extraction with volatile solvents. This process makes it possible to preserve the unique scent of the rose petals in a particularly gentle way. The rose absolute that is obtained from it contains the multifaceted floral notes that make the Rose Centafolia so special, rounded off by light honey accents. It forms the heart and base notes of a perfume and gives it an unmistakable elegance.

The vetiver plant does not release its essence from its flowers, but from its roots. The roots are harvested after a growth period of several years, thoroughly cleaned and carefully dried. They are then ground into a fine powder. The process of steam distillation produces an essence that is commonly known as "vetiver oil". The unique fragrance profile of this essence is characterized by earthy, woody and slightly smoky notes that give the perfume a distinctive depth.

Guaiac essential oil is known for its warm and woody nuances. Its scent transports the senses to exotic worlds. The oil is obtained by distilling the resin of the guaiac tree, extracting the pure essence of its distinctive aroma. The unique woody, earthy and slightly balsamic facets of guaiac oil give the fragrance a warm and intriguing dimension.