Scent Profile

Jasmine is a flowering plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is believed that the use of jasmine in perfumery originated in ancient India, where it was used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and to make fragrant offerings to gods and goddesses. The use of jasmine in perfumery then spread to other parts of Asia, and then through Europe and the Middle East, via trade and the spread of ideas. Today, jasmine is grown and utilized in perfumery worldwide, with major producers including France, Italy, and Morocco. The oil extracted from jasmine flowers, called jasmine absolute, is highly prized in perfumery for its intense and long-lasting floral scent. Because a large amount of jasmine flowers are needed to produce even a small amount of oil, jasmine absolute is an expensive and highly sought-after ingredient.