“Reimagining the scent of “Papier d'Arménie”, inspired by an Armenian tradition where benzoin resin is burned to fragrance interiors. This interpretation reveals the beauty of this raw material with elegance and contrast. For me, it's a tribute to heritage and the timeless allure of tradition.” –Véronique Le Bihan, founder
“My vision for this extract was to enhance the richness of Siam benzoin. This raw material, with its warm, enveloping, and comforting nature, needed a new dimension. I sought to awaken its depth by pairing it with the bold, spicy notes of black pepper, allspice, and the majestic warmth of Greek saffron." –Céline Perdriel, perfumer
"We have carefully selected 2 varieties of red mandarin from Sicily, Italy, grown in the unique terroirs of "Avana" and "Tardivo di Ciaculli. These mandarins are renowned for their distinctive aroma and exceptional sweetness. The red mandarin essence is softer and rounder compared to the green and yellow varieties. In Mougins, this essence is transformed into a fresh, sparkling, and juicy extract with sweet, tangy, and invigorating notes.
Saffron, celebrated as one of the world's most precious spices, is hand-harvested from the delicate stigma of Crocus sativus flowers in Greece with care and precision. We meticulously select only the purest saffron ensuring exceptional quality and sustainability. Each flower is delicately picked at dawn to preserve its
unparalleled aroma. The saffron threads are then carefully dried, releasing their warm, earthy, and subtly sweet notes. Our commitment to eco-conscious practices guarantees that every step of our saffron harvesting respects and sustains the environment.
Siam Benzoin is harvested in the high mountains of Laos. From January to July, local farmers meticulously hand-harvest resin from 5 to 20-year-old trees by delicately cutting the bark to allow the precious resin to flow. Upon contact with air, the resin solidifies, transforming into the coveted Siam Benzoin.
We take great pride in selecting only the finest quality benzoin, distinguished by the largest pieces and the lightest hues. Siam Benzoin resinoid, a luxurious, thick liquid ranging from light to dark brown, offers warm, enveloping, balsamic vanilla notes.
This exceptional extract is 100% pure, natural, organic, and biodegradable." - Atelier Materi
