Blue Iris Authentic Egyptian Fragrance Oil [F]

sweet | soft floral | powdery The Iris flower was believed by Egyptians to symbolize both the essence and renewal of life. The three petals of the flower were thought to stand for faith, wisdom and valor. Its rhizomes were used for medical purposes and for the manufacture of perfumes and incense used in religious ceremonies. The iris evokes the image of delicate beauty. The scent of Iris is somewhat unique among floral scents. It has a sweet, powdery scent that can evoke the damp scent of a summer thunderstorm. The word for this is petrichor or "the smell of the earth after a rainstorm." This characteristic is what makes iris a sought-after scent for fine perfumes. A very fresh and sensual fragrance to wear. This fragrance attar can bring peace and comfort. History of Egyptian Oils In ancient Egypt, extracted fragrance oils were used in rituals, the body and in the hair These ancient perfumes were much thicker than what we use now, similar to a honey or an olive oil consistency. They w