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Tuesday, June 23, 2009

READ THIS: Scents and Sensibiliites: Creating Solid Perfumes for Well-Being by Mandy Aftel

Whom You Know just loves Mandy Aftel, and we are pleased to present another lovely book by this author and Master Parfumeur of Natural Fragrances. Drawing the connection that scents are linked to emotion, Aftel tells us about the value of solid perfumes and the enjoyment and enhancement that they can bring to one's life.

In true Mandy Aftel-esque fashion, we learn about the history of solid perfumes from Ancient Egypt to Rome to smelling boxes and wearable perfume in the form of jewelry. Of course, natural essences are celebrated!

Scents and Sensibilities is a coffee-table book with information appropriate for a term paper or a chemistry lab, but a fun one at that! [Note to readers: Peachy Deegan actually liked term papers and chemistry labs, so this is a complement.]

Top, middle and base notes are defined and specifics are suggested for each. The reader that embraces experimentation in making his or her own solid perfume will benefit the most from this. Smells that one may not consider in perfume are discussed, such as lime, nutmeg and cocoa. The expert that she is, Mandy will tell you the equipment and supplies you will need to create your own solid perfume and also will tell you where to buy them!

Another winner by Mandy Aftel, Scents and Sensibilities is sure to delight all with a nose, a top note of curiousity, a middle note of interest and a base note of fun. Whom You Know recommends this book!

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