Market and Product Insights
Did you know that Coriander is one of the oldest species on record? It can be traced back for thousands of years!
Folklore says it was grown in Persia 3,000 years ago and used to fragrance the hanging gardens of Babylon. Later it was discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun and is believed to be a sign of eternal love. Coriander Oil is extracted from the Coriandrum sativum L., which...
Did you know that it’s not the flowers that carry Geranium’s powerful scent, but the leaves?
If you crush a geranium leaf between your fingers, you’ll smell citrus and fruity accents with a hint of spice and smell similar to the rose. Uses of Geranium Essential Oil date back to ancient Egypt when Egyptians used it as a beautifying agent for the skin. From...
Patchouli means authenticity in the fabrics industry, want to know why?
In the 1800s, the scent of Patchouli Oil became the standard that determined the authenticity of textiles on Asian trade routes to Europe. Silk, carpets and other exotic objects, were packed and impregnated with this oil to protect the fabrics from insects. Even...
Did you know that Citronella Oil acts as a repellent by masking the human fragrances that insects find appealing?
With the arrival of summer, you might have spotted infinite products with Citronella Oil, and it’s not only due to being known as a natural insect repellant, but also because its uses and benefits extend beyond keeping bugs at bay ❌🐝❌.Here you have some interesting...
Essential Oils – a new trend in Laundry and Fabric Care
According to Mintel, 84% of household product consumers in Spain think brands should be more transparent about the content of their product. With the rise in health and environmental concerns, there is increasing investigations being placed on the ingredient...
Which tree has to be over 30 years old before its wood is ready for oil production?
If you are thinking about the sandalwood tree, you are correct! 🕣 Age is just a number: 30 years take a lot of patience, but the best, most aromatic Sandalwood Oil comes from the oldest trees in India. 🌳 History through the centuries: This oil is one of the oldest...
♻️ Our world needs us, let’s all support environmental conservation!
This year’s #WorldEarthDay theme 🌎RESTORE OUR EARTH🌏 makes a huge emphasis on the importance of green technologies and innovative thinking that can restore the world’s ecosystems. At Sensient we strive to understand and have direct involvement in all aspects of our...
Did you know that the name of the Neroli Essential Oil comes from a princess in the 17th century?
Anne Marie Orsini, Princess of Nerola (Italy), discovered an essence from the flowers of the bitter orange tree that had the most distinct and incredible scent. She produced a fragrance and used it to perfume her gloves and baths. What she could not have imagined is...