Orange blossom or neroli, intoxicating and sensual essence

Orange blossom or orange flower is the name of the flowers of the orange and lemon trees. The name comes from Arabic - al-azahar - and simply means white flowers. Traditionally, it is associated with the orange flower and is considered to have therapeutic properties beyond its beauty, including its perfume or aroma. Countless cities in the east of Spain are filled with orange trees, and the city of Seville is famous for the scent that emanates in its streets when they bloom... Seville has a special scent... Traditionally, orange blossom has been used for its relaxing and sedative properties, both in the form of infusions and as an essential oil; moreover, its scent revived those who suffered from fainting and palpitations. It has also been used in crowns and bridal bouquets as a symbol of beauty and purity, and many brides have turned to orange blossom water to relax on that very important day.

Orange blossom is also known as neroli, and this name is said to come from the Italian princess Anna Maria de Neroli.

This lady was tremendously addicted to the scent of orange blossom: she used its essence to perfume herself and it was said that she left an unforgettable scented trail wherever she went. She also scented her gloves with the  essential oil of orange blossom, and gentlemen who kissed her hand were completely captivated by her.In this era, it was customary to perfume kid leather gloves, and thanks to the Princess of Neroli, this essence spread throughout the world. Orange blossom is a white, small, and simple flower that, however, has an intoxicating and sensual aroma and is one of the essential notes in any citrus perfume. A fragrance that contains neroli will always be a hit. The apparent modesty of the orange blossom, its fragile beauty, hides one of the most used essences throughout all times.