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The Ancient History of Natural Perfume - Paul Ferguson - 08-28-2026
"Raw aromatic plant materials — flowers, herbs, resins, and wood — have scented human life for thousands of years, long before essential oils or synthetic scents. In fact, the word perfume comes from the Latin phrase per fumum, which translates to "through smoke." These materials became so valuable that they helped drive the spice trade across continents, reshaping trade routes and influencing nearly every ancient civilization along the way. Let's journey through the fascinating history of natural perfumery and explore how this ancient art is still a way for us to connect with the sacred."
https://aromaticmedicineschool.com/ancient-history-of-natural-perfume/