Agricultura (Dec 2017)

THE HISTORY AND USE OF PERFUME IN HUMAN CIVILIZATION

  • Stefania Gadea,
  • Anamaria Vatca,
  • Sorin Vatca

DOI
https://doi.org/10.15835/agrisp.v103i3-4.12864
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 103, no. 3-4

Abstract

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The fragrance is a liquid mixture of aromatic oils or aromatic compounds, fixatives and solvents, used to give the human body, objects or living space a pleasant smell. This mixture is directed directly at one of the senses, or the smell, but the implications of its action go beyond the simple act of detecting a certain miracle, changing states of mind, changing behaviors, motivating moods or giving pleasure. Originally perceived as a bond between mortal and divinity, then considered to be a cure and a protector against moths, perfumes are a symbol of civilization and their secrets gradually reveal as you penetrate into their universe. Based on this argument, it is not advisable to exaggerate quantitatively when used.

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