Content
- The beguiling scent of magnolia
- Essential oil is responsible for the intense fragrance
- How to mix a magnolia perfume yourself
- Tips & Tricks
The beguiling scent of magnolia
The enchanting magnolia blossom fascinates us for two reasons. Both the exotic-looking beauty of the large flowers and their wonderful fragrance explain the great popularity of this plant.
Essential oil is responsible for the intense fragrance
However, not all of the estimated 230 varieties of magnolia smell equally intense, and many a copy emits a rather unpleasant odor. Responsible for this fragrance are essential oils, which can be extracted from the petals. In this form, preserve the fragrance of a blossoming magnolia throughout the year. The essential oil, as applied in a fragrance lamp, should have a calming effect. Incidentally, this was recognized centuries ago by the doctors of the Chinese emperors, because they gained a soothing tonic from the flower buds of the magnolia. This is still used today in traditional Chinese medicine.
How to mix a magnolia perfume yourself
It is not difficult to put together a slightly sweet, floral perfume with an intense magnolia note. Note, however, that this fragrance, unlike industrially produced fragrances does not have too long shelf life. For the magnolia perfume, mix
Use original essential oils, which are a bit more expensive than the synthetic, but all the more genuine.
For a relaxing bath, mix on a cup of sweet cream
By the way, homemade cream or soap can also be perfumed in the same way.
Tips & Tricks
Magnolia species of the species Kobushi magnolia (Magnolia kobus), tulip magnolia (Magnolia soulangeana) and purple magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora) are particularly intense and pleasant. You can also harvest the flowers, gently dry them and then use them as part of a potpourri. however, it is important to pick the magnolia flowers when dry (ie in the early afternoon on a warm, sunny day).