An Aromatic History Of Perfume. 

These days, almost everyone uses perfume to make themselves feel attractive and confident.

But who would’ve thought that women in the 19th century used perfume as a beverage? This just proves that perfume, like any other thing, has evolved through the years.

So, buckle up as we go time-traveling to discover the exciting history of perfume!

Ancient Egyptians used perfume to celebrate religious ceremonies; this has been discovered thanks to the recipes inscribed on the walls of temples built in Ptolemaic Egypt.

They also used perfume for mummification because they considered a pleasant smell a sign of holiness.

Kyphi was the most popular perfume used for mummies as a temple incense. A drink was also made from it with healing properties that treated ailments like asthma.

Like today, Ancient Egyptians valued personal hygiene, so they softened and cleansed their skin with perfume to prevent foul odors.

For making perfume, Ancient Egyptians used a perfume-making technique called enfleurage and used ingredients like moringa, linseed, sesame, and castor oils.